A Meditation for The New Year

Happy New Year from The Daily Still Podcast!   Today’s meditation creates some space to refocus as a new year begins. You may want to pause and journal these prompts: As we begin a brand new year, where do you find yourself? What hopes do you have? What burdens are you carrying? What was life giving for you in the past year? What would you do differently?   Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30 NLT, Matthew 11:28-30 The Message   Hosted and written by Cindy Helton, Spiritual Director  Produced and edited by Soundgood Media  

Merry Christmas from The Daily Still! Today's meditation helps prepare our hearts in anticipation of Christ’s birth. The stories and scriptures may be familiar, but there is always more to ponder. This meditation focuses on Mary’s story and her faithful “yes” to the mystery of God. As you listen, consider with fresh insight the courage of Mary. Consider the fear she must have experienced, the vulnerability and disbelief. Ponder her consent and surrender in saying “yes” to the mystery of the Incarnation. And consider, “Where are you being invited to say 'Yes' to divine appointments in your life?”    Find a quiet space, take several deep breaths, perhaps light an advent candle, and become aware of God with you.    Scripture references are taken from The Gospel of Luke, Chapter 1 NIV

In today's encore episode host Cindy Helton guides us through a meditation on Psalm 105 TPT.   Psalm 105 - God’s Wonderful Works, is a call to the people of God to worship and honor Him. Therefore, it is a call to us!   As you engage your whole body, soul, mind and spirit in conversation with the Holy One, allow all of your senses to be open to the Divine creative work taking place within you. The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director.  Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media.

Today's encore meditation focuses on Psalm 27 - living in the Presence of God. As you ponder these scriptures, consider the desires and longings of your soul.   “The one thing I ask of the Lord—the thing I seek most—is to live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life.” Psalm 27:4    The Architect of all creation is inviting you to take up residence in the Cathedral of His Loving Presence. The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director.  Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media.  

Today's encore meditation focuses on Psalm 34. This Psalm reminds us to seek God in all of our circumstances, to trust Him and give Him glory. So find a quiet space and tune out the noise around you and within you, as you quiet your soul and breathe in God’s Presence. The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director.  Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media.

This encore meditation focuses on thankfulness, which is the beginning of a holy and mysterious exchange. You are invited to come to God as you are – with whatever is true about you in this moment. Let us express our lament and remember and count the ways God has been faithful to show up in our life. The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director.  Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media.  

This encore meditation focuses on the spiritual practice of gratitude, as we meditate on Psalm 103 and reflect upon God’s goodness. When we pay attention to God’s activity and abundant blessings in the every day, ordinary moments of life, we cultivate and nurture a heart of gratitude.   Scripture References: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 NET, Psalm 103 TPT The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director.  Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media.

This encore meditation focuses on Psalm 3 and trusting God for protection and peace during times of adversity. Psalm 3 reminds us that God’s Presence is a protective shield around us.   "But in the depths of my heart I truly know that you, Yahweh, have become my Shield; You take me and surround me with yourself. Your glory covers me continually. You lift high my head.  I have cried out to you, Yahweh, from your holy presence.  You send me a Father’s help.  Selah." Psalm 3:3-4 TPT The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director.  Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media.      

Today's encore meditation focuses on Psalm 108 "A Prayer for God's Help" and holds space to pray for the world. The Closing Prayer is from Father Richard Rohr, The Center for Action and Contemplation. The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director.  Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media.  

Today's encore meditation focuses on Psalm 23 and Psalm 63. Both Psalms are written by David, the shepherd. As you ponder these Psalms, notice the personal nature of the Psalmist’s relationship to God. Psalm 23 is known as The Shepherd’s Psalm. What beautiful hope is found in the promise of God as our Shepherd and Guide, pursuing us all the days of our lives. The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director.  Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media.