Releasing the Pressure

We often treat joy as something we’ll get to later—once life settles down, once circumstances finally cooperate. In this episode, Dr. Stanley reminds us that gratitude isn’t a reward for a resolved life; it’s available in whatever season we’re in. After his teaching, we’ll move into guided prayer to practice gratitude that holds steady through hardship, uncertainty, disappointment—whatever life brings. Scripture referenced: Nehemiah 8:10 Want to structure your daily time with the Lord? Subscribe to the free In Touch devotional at intouch.org/subscribe for daily encouragement in your walk with God.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We often live as though God is disappointed in us—when the opposite is true. In this episode, Dr. Stanley reminds us that confession isn't about earning forgiveness; it's the way back to the love God has been providing all along. After his teaching, we'll move into guided prayer to practice confession as something simple and honest. Scriptures referenced: Psalm 32:5; Romans 8:1; Galatians 5:1 Want to structure your daily time with the Lord? Subscribe to the free In Touch devotional at intouch.org/subscribe for daily encouragement in your walk with God.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's something you've been working at, and you still feel like you're falling short. In this episode, Dr. Stanley reminds us that we were never meant to be adequate on our own. After his teaching, we'll move into guided prayer and practice abiding in Jesus — and trusting His Spirit to do what our efforts never could.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We don't need the perfect words to encourage someone—just the willingness to show up. In this episode, Dr. Stanley shares a story from his teen years that left a mark on his life and ministry. After that, we'll move into guided prayer to reflect on encouragement in our own life—and how it can transform the lives of those around us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Humility can feel like making yourself smaller, while the world tells you to stand out. But what if that's not it at all?In this episode, Dr. Stanley explains that genuine humility is about taking a posture before God that allows Him to work in your life. After that, we'll move into guided prayer to actually practice humility—by being honest with the Lord.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's easy to believe you should be further along by now—that you should have it all together, that God must be disappointed in your slow progress. In this episode, Dr. Stanley reminds us that God doesn't just see who we are today. He sees who we're becoming—the finished work He's been creating all along.  After Dr. Stanley's teaching, we'll move into guided prayer and reflection to explore what it means to be "in progress"—not as a problem to solve, but as exactly where God intends you to be. Scriptures referenced: Genesis 1:26; Ephesians 2:10; Philippians 1:6 Want to structure your daily time with the Lord? Subscribe to the free In Touch devotional at www.intouch.org/subscribe for daily encouragement in your walk with God.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many Christians want to know God's will for them, but it can feel mysterious—like waiting for a clear sign that tells us exactly what to do. In this episode, Dr. Stanley reminds us that God's will isn't hidden from those who seek Him with a sincere heart.  After Dr. Stanley's teaching, we'll move into guided prayer and reflection to think about God's will not as something to achieve, but as a way to be. Scriptures referenced: Colossians 1:9; Micah 6:8; Galatians 5:22-23 Want to structure your daily time with the Lord? Subscribe to the free In Touch devotional at www.intouch.org/subscribe for daily encouragement in your walk with God.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've ever struggled with uncertainty about your salvation, or found yourself trying to earn God's approval through your efforts, this episode is for you. Dr. Stanley reminds us that salvation doesn't depend on our performance—it rests entirely on what Christ has already done. We receive God's kindness not through our efforts but as His gift. After Dr. Stanley's teaching, we'll move into guided prayer and reflection to practice something that might feel unfamiliar: simply receiving. Not doing, not trying, not proving—just receiving what God has already given. Scriptures referenced: Ephesians 2:8-9; John 19:30; Lamentations 3:22 Want to structure your daily time with the Lord? Subscribe to the free In Touch devotional at www.intouch.org/subscribe for daily encouragement in your walk with God.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Life can be overwhelming—financial pressures, relationship conflicts, health concerns, unexpected losses. If you're a believer, you may wonder why God allows such difficulties when you're trying to live faithfully. In this episode, Dr. Stanley addresses this honest question and reminds us that trials are not evidence of God's absence. After Dr. Stanley's teaching, we'll move into guided prayer and reflection—a space to bring God your struggles, fears, and exhaustion. Scriptures referenced: John 16:33; Isaiah 40:29 Want to structure your daily time with the Lord? Subscribe to the free In Touch devotional at www.intouch.org/subscribe for daily encouragement in your walk with God.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you ever feel like you're racing through life, trying to keep up with everything on your plate? In this episode, Dr. Stanley reminds us that Jesus never rushed—even with the most important work in human history to accomplish. He walked with calmness and perfect peace, and that's what He wants for us too. After Dr. Stanley's teaching, we'll move into guided prayer and reflection with simple phrases you can speak out loud—reminders that can shift how you approach your day. Scriptures referenced: Matthew 11:28-30; 2 Peter 3:8-9; Hebrews 4:9-11 Want to structure your daily time with the Lord? Subscribe to the free In Touch devotional at www.intouch.org/subscribe for daily encouragement in your walk with God.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.