There will be hard things in your life. Jesus promised there would be. Who do we turn to when we have no more strength to face life’s challenges?O Lord, help me again! Keep showing me such mercy. For I am in anguish, always in tears, and I’m worn out with weeping. I’m becoming old because of grief; my health is broken. I’m exhausted! My life is spent with sorrow, my years with sighing and sadness. Because of all these troubles, I have no more strength. My inner being is so weak and frail. My enemies say, “You are nothing!” Even my friends and neighbors hold me in contempt! They dread seeing me, and they look the other way when I pass by. I am totally forgotten, buried away like a dead man, discarded like a broken dish thrown in the trash. I overheard their whispered threats, the slander of my enemies. I’m terrified as they plot and scheme to take my life.- Psalm 31:9-13 TPTWe also read Psalm 31:1-8 in the beginning of this week’s meditation.Blessing you to invite God into the hard spaces of your life. He will never leave you or forsake you.May you come into a greater revelation of expressing your sorrow to the Lord, processing with Him. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

Welcome to week 4 of our meditation through Psalm 31God is drawing you into a beautiful place of freedom. We don’t have to suffer any longer from the yoke of slavery. We have been set free!In mercy you have seen my troubles, and you have cared for me; even during this crisis in my soul I will be radiant with joy, filled with praise for your love and mercy. You have kept me from being conquered by my enemy; you broke open the way to bring me to freedom, into a beautiful, broad place.- Psalm 31:7-8 TPTIt was for this freedom that Christ set us free [completely liberating us]; therefore keep standing firm and do not be subject again to a yoke of slavery [which you once removed].- Galatians 5:1 AMPBut I have trusted in Your lovingkindness;My heart shall rejoice in Your salvation.- Psalm 13:5 NASBShout for joy, O heavens! And rejoice, O earth!Break forth into joyful shouting, O mountains!For the LORD has comforted His peopleAnd will have compassion on His afflicted- Isaiah 49:13 NASBAsk Holy Spirit to show you any areas in your life you need freedom. Jesus has made a way for you to step into freedom today.Are you able to rejoice in Him today? Blessing you to break forth into joyful shouting. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

No matter our level of faith in Him, God remains perfectly faithful.Into your hands I now entrust my spirit. O Lord, the God of faithfulness,you have rescued and redeemed me.I despise these deceptive illusions,all this pretense and nonsense,for I worship only you.- Psalm 31:5-6 TPTIt is a trustworthy statement:For if we died with Him, we will also live with Him;If we endure, we will also reign with Him;If we deny Him, He also will deny us;If we are faithless, He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself.- 2 Timothy 2:11-13 NASB1995I hate those who regard vain idols,But I trust in the Lord.- Psalm 31:6 NASB1995What does the God of faithfulness mean to you? What does He want to show you about His faithfulness today?God is creator, designer, the one who formed us out of nothing. He is trustworthy. Blessing you to worship Him in awe and reverence of who He truly is. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

The same God who delivered the Israelites from the Egyptians, is the same God who delivers you from trouble. Where does God wants to be your rock, your deliverer?For you are my high fortress, where I’m kept safe.You are to me a stronghold of salvation.When you deliver me out of this peril,it will bring glory to your name.As you guide me forth I’ll be kept safefrom the hidden snares of the enemy—the secret traps that lie before me—for you have become my rock of strength.- Psalm 31:3-4 TPTWe also read from Exodus 14:13 and Matthew 7:24-25.God wants you to have a pure and shining foundation, built upon his wisdom and truth.Blessing you to stand firmly on The Rock of Jesus Christ today. Amen! Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

Welcome to the first episode of our series on Psalm 31. It’s been a few years since we’ve meditated on an individual Psalm, and it feels good to be back here doing so. Over the next several weeks we will focus on a few verses at a time. Enjoy!I trust you, Lord, to be my hiding place. Don’t let me down. Don’t let my enemies bring me to shame. Come and rescue me, for you are the only God who always does what is right. Rescue me quickly when I cry out to you. At the sound of my prayer may your ear be turned to me. Be my strong shelter and hiding place on high. Pull me into victory and breakthrough.- Psalms 31:1-2 TPTWe also read from the following: Psalm 119:114, Ezekiel 34:11, 1 John 5:15, Psalm 91:2, 1 Corinthians 15:57, and 2 Samuel 5:20.Have you found your hiding place in God? May you come to know Him as rescuer. The One who loves the sound of your prayers.Blessing you to know God is your strong shelter, drawing you into victory and breakthrough! Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

God does not lead us into temptation, He delivers us from evil. Better than any earthly father, His desires for us are always good beyond all imagination.The LORD is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, My God, my rock, in whom I take refuge; My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.- Psalms 18:2 NASBI sought the LORD, and He answered me, And delivered me from all my fears.- Psalms 34:4 NASB 1995The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles.- Psalms 34:17 NIVThis week we read Matthew 6:9-13 from GOD’S WORD Translation (GW). We also read from Psalm 32:7 and Galatians 1:4.God is our sole deliverer, no one else. Who or what are you looking to for deliverance in your life right now?May you remember the times God has shown up in your life, delivering you from evil. He is the good Father who rescues you from all the evils of the present age. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

Peter asked Jesus if he was expected to forgive someone up to seven times. How did Jesus reply? Not just seven, “but up to seventy times seven.”Then Peter came and said to Him, “Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me and I forgive him? Up to seven times?” Jesus *said to him, “I do not say to you, up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven.- Matthew 18:21-22. NASB 1995For if you forgive others for their transgressions, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others, then your Father will not forgive your transgressions.- Matthew 6:14-15 NASB 1995Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also has forgiven you.- Ephesians 4:32 NASB 1995We read Matthew 6:9-13 this week from the Common English Bible (CEB), in addition to Colossians 3:12-13 and Mark 11:25.Where do you need to receive God’s forgiveness today? Where do you need to offer forgiveness today?May you be quick to forgive. Blessing you with courage to let go of the things you should no longer hold onto. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

Jesus accomplished what the law could never do on its own; free us from our sin. In Him, all debts are forgiven.“The kingdom of God is like a king who decided to square accounts with his servants. As he got under way, one servant was brought before him who had run up a debt of a hundred thousand dollars. He couldn’t pay up, so the king ordered the man, along with his wife, children, and goods, to be auctioned off at the slave market.“The poor wretch threw himself at the king’s feet and begged, ‘Give me a chance and I’ll pay it all back.’ Touched by his plea, the king let him off, erasing the debt.- Matthew 18:23-27 MSGTherefore let it be known to you, brethren, that through Him forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you, and through Him everyone who believes is freed from all things, from which you could not be freed through the Law of Moses.- Acts 13:38-39 NASB 1995This week we read Matthew 6:9-13 from the Christian Standard Bible (CSB) version. We also read from Luke 7:41-42, 1 John 1:8-9, and Matthew 26:27-28.What does it look like to give God your debt? His kindness is what leads us to repentance.Blessing you to receive God’s goodness, forgiveness, and love! Amen. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

God supplies for ALL of our needs, not just simply food for our bodies, but for every area of our lives. What is God showing you about this “daily bread?”Jesus answered by quoting Deuteronomy: “It takes more than bread to stay alive. It takes a steady stream of words from God’s mouth.”- Matthew 4:4 MSGI am the bread of life. Your fathers ate the manna in the wilderness, and they died. This is the bread which comes down out of heaven, so that one may eat of it and not die. I am the living bread that came down out of heaven; if anyone eats of this bread, he will live forever; and the bread also which I will give for the life of the world is My flesh.”- John 6:48-51 NASB 1995And when He had taken some bread and given thanks, He broke it and gave it to them, saying, “This is My body which is given for you; do this in remembrance of Me.”- Luke 22:19 NASB 1995We read the opening prayer from the New King James Version, Matthew 4:4 from the New American Standard Bible 1995 and The Passion Translation, in addition to John 6:32-35 TPT.Your spirit needs sustenance from the word of God, just as your body needs sustenance from food. What does it look like to receive your daily bread from God? He is the bread of life.Blessing you to experience God in new amazing ways! Amen. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

When we pray “on Earth as it is in Heaven”, we are praying for the things Jesus desires. The very things he did as he walked on Earth. It’s the love of God crashing into people’s lives, causing radical change. Healing the sick, raising the dead, cleansing lepers, and casting out demons.“The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me,Because He anointed Me to preach the gospel to the poor.He has sent Me to proclaim release to the captives,And recovery of sight to the blind,To set free those who are oppressed,- Luke 4:18 NASB 1995and He will wipe away every tear from their eyes; and there will no longer be death; there will no longer be sorrow and anguish, or crying, or pain; for the former order of things has passed away.”- Revelation 21:4 AMPTherefore Jesus answered and was saying to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, the Son can do nothing of Himself, unless it is something He sees the Father doing; for whatever the Father does, these things the Son also does in like manner.- John 5:19 NASB 1995We also read from Revelation 21:1-4 and Colossians 3:1-2.What does it look like in your life as you begin to pray for those around you to be set free? Who is God putting on your heart to pray for?Praying you would learn how to release God’s goodness into the world around you. Amen!In the opening we incorrectly reference Matthew 6:9-13. The version we read from is the New Living Translation (NLT) Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

Welcome to episode 6 of our journey through “How to Pray”, Jesus’ response when his disciples asked “Lord, teach us to pray, just as John taught his disciples.”This week, we open by reading the Matthew 6:9-13 using the VOICE translation.saying, “Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done.”- Luke 22:42 ESVJesus said to them, “My food is to do the will of him who sent me and to accomplish his work.- John 4:34 ESVAnd do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect.- Romans 12:2 NASBWe also read from 1 Thes 5:14-22 ESVAre there areas where is God leading and guiding you that perhaps, do not line up with your will? What does God want to accomplish in you and through you in this season?Blessing you to discover the areas in your life that align with the will of God. For these areas to bring nourishment and life. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

God’s kingdom is not of this world, yet we are called to seek it first before everything else.This week, we open by reading Matthew 6:9-13 from the Amplified Bible.Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not of this world. If My kingdom were of this world, My servants would be fighting so that I would not be handed over to the Jews; but as it is, My kingdom is not of this realm.”- John 18:36 NASBBut seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.- Matthew 6:33 ESVOnce we discover this kingdom, entering is impossible unless we repent and be born again.From that time Jesus began to preach and say, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.”- Matt 4:17 NASBJesus answered, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless someone is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God. That which has been born of the flesh is flesh, and that which has been born of the Spirit is spirit. Do not be amazed that I said to you, ‘You must be born again.’- John 3:5-7 NASBWhat are you seeking first in your life right now? Is it the kingdom of God?Blessing you to discover it and enter with joy and praise! Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

When we pray, we recognize God for who He is, our Heavenly Father.In this manner, therefore, pray:Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name.Your kingdom come.Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, As we forgive our debtors.And do not lead us into temptation, But deliver us from the evil one.For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.- Matthew 6:9-13 TPTAfter we recognize who He is, we honour and bless who He is.For you, O Lord, are supreme over all the earth; you are exalted far above all gods.- Psalm 97:9 NLTHallowed Be His Name! God is supreme over all the Earth. He is Healer (Psalm 103:2-3); He is the King of Kings (Revelation 17:14); He is Merciful and Compassionate (Psalm 145:8-9); He is our Strong Fortress (2 Samuel 22:33); He is Great (Psalm 147:4-5); He is Love (1 John 4:8).This is the God we pray to. Blessing you this week to see God in new and exciting ways!P.S. If you want to meditate on the names of God, check out episodes 374-416 of our Names of God series. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

Heaven is a real place. Created by God, it is where he currently resides. At this very moment, he is there, seated on His throne.In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.- Genesis1:1 NASB 1995Behold, to the Lord your God belong heaven and the highest heavens, the earth and all that is in it.- Deuteronomy 10:14 NASB 1995We lift up our heart and hands Toward God in heaven;- Lamentations 3:41 NASB 1995Jesus Seated with GodSo then, when the Lord Jesus had spoken to them, He was received up into heaven and sat down at the right hand of God.- Mark 16:19 NASB 1995God is seated in Heaven on his throne, and Jesus is seated with him. Where do we fit in?even when we were dead in our transgressions, made us alive together with Christ (by grace you have been saved), and raised us up with Him, and seated us with Him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, so that in the ages to come He might show the surpassing riches of His grace in kindness toward us in Christ Jesus.- Ephesians 2:5-7 NASBWe also meditate on the following verses: Deuteronomy 4:39, 1 Kings 8:23, 1 Kings 8:27, Psalm 115:3, Ecclesiastes 5:2, Daniel 2:28, and 1 Peter 3:22Blessing you to come to know your Father in Heaven. To know His lovingkindness, grace, and mercy. Please note, we incorrectly reference the Living Bible (TLB) instead of the New Living Translation (NLT) in the opening scripture (Matthew 6:9-13) of this episode. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

You are a child of the Living God. You are a part of this family.For you have not received a spirit of slavery leading to fear again, but you have received a spirit of adoption as sons by which we cry out, “Abba! Father!” The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, heirs also, heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him so that we may also be glorified with Him.- Romans 8:15-17 NASBWhen you look at Father God, do you see Jesus? And when you look at Jesus, do you see Father God?“O righteous Father, the world doesn’t know you, but I do; and these disciples know you sent me. I have revealed you to them, and I will continue to do so. Then your love for me will be in them, and I will be in them.”- John 17:25-26 NLTIf God is truly the Father of all creation, what does it look like to fully embrace Him as righteous Father?Blessing you this week to behold God in new levels of truth. Truth of who He is and truth of who you are as His beloved child. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

Welcome to our newest series, titled When You Pray. We are going to spend the next several weeks meditating verse by verse from the prayer Jesus taught His disciples. We hope this series blesses your relationship with God, creating richness and depth in the way you pray to your Heavenly Father.“When you pray, you are not to be like the hypocrites; for they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and on the street corners so that they may be seen by men. Truly I say to you, they have their reward in full. But you, when you pray, go into your inner room, close your door and pray to your Father who is in secret, and your Father who sees what is done in secret will reward you.“And when you are praying, do not use meaningless repetition as the Gentiles do, for they suppose that they will be heard for their many words. So do not be like them; for your Father knows what you need before you ask Him.- Matthew 6:5-8 NASB 1995“Pray, then, in this way:‘Our Father who is in heaven,Hallowed be Your name.‘Your kingdom come.Your will be done,On earth as it is in heaven.‘Give us this day our daily bread.‘And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.‘And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from evil. [For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.’]- Matthew 6:9-13 NASB 1995We read these same verses from the following translations: New Living Translation (NLT), The Passion Translation (TPT), Amplified Bible, Classic Edition (AMPC), and The Voice (VOICE).May these be more than just words you recite, we pray they come alive for you. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

We, as believers, are filled with the Holy Spirit. It is by His power, active and alive within us, that we are able to be a light to the world, and salt to the Earth. He leads and guides, provides wisdom and encouragement, discernment, strength, encouragement, and so much more. He is our everything. He is The Spirit of God, and we honor and adore Him.As we wrap up this series on The Holy Spirit, we meditate on many of the verses of scripture testifying to His interactions among us. May you be blessed to know it is the same Spirit living within you right now, which lived within the followers of Jesus we read about throughout the book Acts.We are His witnesses to these things, and so also is the Holy Spirit-Acts 5:32 NKJVThe Spirit told me to go with them.-Acts 11:12 NKJVOne of them… showed by the Spirit that there was going to be a great famine…-Acts 11:28 NKJVBeing sent out by the Holy Spirit…-Acts 13:4 NKJVFor it seemed good to the Holy Spirit and to us…-Acts 15:28 NKJVThey were forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach the word in Asia.-Acts 16:6 NKJVThey tired to go to Bithynia, but the Spirit did not permit them .-Acts 16:7 NKJVPaul was compelled by the Spirit, and testified.-Acts 18:5 NKJVPaul felt compelled by the Spirit to go over the Macedonia.-Acts 19:21 NLTThe Holy Spirit tells me in city after city…-Acts 20:23 NLTTake heed to yourselves and to all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers.-Acts 20:28 NKJVDid you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed?-Acts 19:2 NKJVWe also read from Acts 2:4, 4:8, 9:17, and 13:52 Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

The same Spirit who raised Christ Jesus from the dead, also lives within you. Your body is a temple for the Spirit of God.Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and that you are not your own? For you have been bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body.- 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 NASB 1995Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.- 2 Corinthians 3:17 NIVWe also read from Romans 8:1-17.The Spirit of the living God dwells within you. How will you glorify your body for Him? May you come to a full realization of the freedom God has granted you! Blessing you to go forth and be amazing. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

The Holy Spirit is the Power of the gospel. Jesus needed the Holy Spirit and so did his disciples.John responded to them all, saying, “As for me, I baptize you with water; but He is coming who is mightier than I, and I am not fit to untie the straps of His sandals; He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.- Luke 3:16 NASBAnd when He had said this, He breathed on them and *said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit.”- John 20:22 NASB 1995And behold, I am sending forth the promise of My Father upon you; but you are to stay in the city until you are clothed with power from on high.”- Luke 24:49 NASB 1995We also read about The Day of Pentecost from Acts 2.What does it look like to be clothed with power from on high? Blessing you to receive the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

Jesus is currently seated in Heaven at the right hand of God, therefore He is not here with us. It’s better for us that He left this planet, as He himself said so to his disciples.Nevertheless I tell you the truth, It is to your advantage that I go away; for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you; but if I depart, I will send Him to you.- John 16:7 NKJVBut the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all that I said to you.- John 14:26 NASB 1995We also meditate on John 16:7 from the Amplified Bible, John 15:26, and Romans 8:26.We have the Holy Spirit, who has been sent to help us in all things. What does it look like to draw near to Holy Spirit, walking in close relationship with Him?Blessing you to enter into a deeper relationship with the Holy Spirit, understanding just how precious a gift He is to us who know him. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

Jesus needed the Holy Spirit to complete his mission, just as we need the Holy Spirit to complete ours. It is impossible for us to live our lives as Christians without the Spirit of God.After He was baptized, Jesus came up immediately from the water; and behold, the heavens were opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending as a dove and settling on Him, and behold, a voice from the heavens said, “This is My beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.”- Matthew 3:16-17 NASB“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me,    because he has anointed me        to bring glad tidings to the poor.He has sent me to proclaim liberty to captives    and recovery of sight to the blind,        to let the oppressed go free,- Luke 4:18 NABREWe also meditate on Matthew 1:18 and John 5:19.Because Jesus was filled with the Holy Spirit, he was able to connect to his Father in Heaven. If Jesus needed the Spirit of God, how much more do we?Blessing you to be empowered and anointed by the Holy Spirit of God. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

How did Joseph know Pharaoh’s dream? Where did Daniel get the wisdom to interpret King Nebuchadnezzar’s? Who can you look to for solutions to the problems you face?So Daniel was rushed in to see the king. The king asked him, “Are you the Daniel brought from Israel as a captive by King Nebuchadnezzar? I have heard that you have the spirit of the gods within you and that you are filled with enlightenment and wisdom. My wise men and astrologers have tried to read that writing on the wall and tell me what it means, but they can’t. I am told you can solve all kinds of mysteries. If you can tell me the meaning of those words, I will clothe you in purple robes, with a gold chain around your neck, and make you the third ruler in the kingdom.”- Daniel 5:13-16 TLBWe also read of Joseph’s interpretation of Pharaoh’s dream in Genesis 41:25-40, and Bezalel’s Holy Spirit inspired craftsmanship in Exodus 31:1-5.What does it look like for others to say about you, “obviously, they are filled with the Spirit of God.” What problems on the Earth is God calling you to solve with His Spirit in you?May you be awakened to the Spirit of God living within you, releasing the Kingdom of God into every situation you encounter. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

The Holy Spirit was there, even before the Earth was formed. If you look closely, you will find Him present throughout the entire Bible.He was hovering over the waters at the dawn of creation.In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was formless and void, and darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was moving over the surface of the waters. - Genesis 1:1-2 NASB 1995He was there as God breathed the breath of life into man.And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and man became a living being. - Genesis 2:7 NKJVHe was there, leading God’s people with a cloud by day and fire by night.Exodus 13:21-22 NASBHe made a way, parting the Red Sea with His glorious arm.Exodus 14:21-31 NASB 1995 (Note: In the podcast we incorrectly mention verses 19-31)He was, is, and will always be present.Then His people remembered the days of old, of Moses.Where is He who brought them up out of the sea with the shepherds of His flock?Where is He who put His Holy Spirit in the midst of them,Who caused His glorious arm to go at the right hand of Moses,Who divided the waters before them to make for Himself an everlasting name,- Isaiah 63:11-12 NASBWhere is it you need to know the Holy Spirit was there in your life? Blessing you to follow the Holy Spirit out of bondage and into the promised land He has for you. May you fall in love with His love, His beauty, and His presence. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

Just as we think, feel, and behave, so does the Holy Spirit. He has a personality just like you and I. How familiar are you with the personality of the Holy Spirit?The Holy Spirit has a mindNow He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is, because He makes intercession for the saints according to the will of God. - Romans 8:27 NKJVThe Holy Spirit has a willBut one and the same Spirit works all these things, distributing to each one individually as He wills. - 1 Corinthians 12:11 NKJVThe Holy Spirit has emotionsBut the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, - Galatians 5:22 NKJVHe can be sad and sorrowfulAnd do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. - Ephesians 4:30 NKJVHe speaksTherefore, as the Holy Spirit says:“Today, if you will hear His voice, - Hebrews 3:7 NKJVHe teaches“But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you.” - John 14:26 ESVHe can be insultedOf how much worse punishment, do you suppose, will he be thought worthy who has trampled the Son of God underfoot, counted the blood of the covenant by which he was sanctified a common thing, and insulted the Spirit of grace? - Hebrews 10:29 NKJVBlessing you to gain a greater understanding of who Holy Spirit is. Amen! Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

Who is this Holy Spirit? He is the third person of the Godhead, and the very first to be mentioned in scripture. He is the Spirit of God, the Helper, the Comforter, the Holy One, and the Lord.In this series, we will spend time meditating on the Holy Spirit, creating space for Him to reveal himself to us in wonderful new ways. We hope you enjoy it!In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. And the earth was a formless and desolate emptiness, and darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the surface of the waters.- Genesis 1:1-2 NASBThen God said, “Let Us make mankind in Our image, according to Our likeness; and let them rule over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the sky and over the livestock and over all the earth, and over every crawling thing that crawls on the earth.”-Genesis 1:26 NASBYou know of Jesus of Nazareth, how God anointed Him with the Holy Spirit and with power, and how He went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with Him.-Acts 10:38 NASBWhat is God revealing to you about the Holy Spirit? May your eyes be opened by the Spirit of Truth, Life, and Love. Blessings! Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

Death and ResurrectionEaster 2024As Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 15, if Jesus had not been raised from the dead, all preaching would be in vain and our faith worthless. It is for this reason we celebrate Easter, proclaiming victory! We have been saved from sin and death.Thank you Jesus, for your sacrifice, your resurrection, and gifting your spirit to us; giving us the very same access to Father God that you yourself experienced.This week, as we focus on the crucification, death, and resurrection of Christ Jesus, our Lord and Savior, we read from Luke 23:32-56 TPT and Luke 24:1-11 TPTBlessing you to behold Jesus in a fresh, new way as we rejoice together this Easter weekend!Episode Summary:This weekend, millions around the world celebrate Easter. In this episode, we take time to meditate on the reason for all this celebration. Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice and what it accomplished for all of mankind. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

What is Your Word?ComfortThanks for joining us as we wrap up our What is Your Word? series this week! It has been fun sharing over the last 12 weeks. Thanks to everyone who submitted words this year.Where do you look for comfort? What is filling your need to feel peace and protection?Do not fear: I am with you;    do not be anxious: I am your God.I will strengthen you, I will help you,    I will uphold you with my victorious right hand.- Isaiah 41:10 NABREThe Lord is good,A strength and stronghold in the day of trouble;He knows [He recognizes, cares for, and understands fully] those who take refuge and trust in Him.- Nahum 1:7 AMPEven when your path takes me throughthe valley of deepest darkness,fear will never conquer me, for you already have!Your authority is my strength and my peace. The comfort of your love takes away my fear.I’ll never be lonely, for you are near.- Psalms 23:4 TPTWhat a wonderful God we have—he is the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the source of every mercy, and the one who so wonderfully comforts and strengthens us in our hardships and trials. And why does he do this? So that when others are troubled, needing our sympathy and encouragement, we can pass on to them this same help and comfort God has given us.- 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 TLBThe comfort God gives is not like the comfort the world gives. Will you allow His comfort to make you whole and healed?Blessing you this week to step into the peace and joy God has for you! Amen.Episode Summary:Welcome to our annual What is Your Word series, where listeners send us their word for the new year, and we choose some to meditate on. It's always a fun series and we hope you enjoy it, especially if we picked your word! This week's word is Comfort, sent in by Bonnie! Thanks for sharing your word for 2024 with us. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

What is Your Word?WonderWhen it come to God, there are no comparisons. Nothing comes close to the awe and wonder of His majesty. Can you see His great work all around you?There is none like you among the gods, O Lord,    nor are there any works like yours.All the nations you have made shall come    and worship before you, O Lord,    and shall glorify your name.For you are great and do wondrous things;    you alone are God.- Psalm 86:8-10 ESVBy the word of the Lord the heavens were made,    and by the breath of his mouth all their host.He gathers the waters of the sea as a heap;    he puts the deeps in storehouses.Let all the earth fear the Lord;    let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of him!- Psalm 33:6-8 ESVWe also read from Psalm 33:6-8 and Psalm 105: 1-5 TPT.Allow yourself to meditate on the wondrous works of God until your eyes are opened to the awe of His glory. Amen!Episode Summary:Welcome to our annual What is Your Word series, where listeners send us their word for the new year, and we choose some to meditate on. It's always a fun series and we hope you enjoy it, especially if we picked your word! This week's word is Wonder, our second to last episode of the series. Blessings! Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

What is Your Word?ProvisionEach of us have needs. Do you know what you need in this season of your life? As provider, God is not a vending machine nor a genie in a bottle. He is our loving Father who provides for all of our needs.And my God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.- Philippians 4:19 NASB 1995The young lions do lack and suffer hunger;But they who seek the Lord shall not be in want of any good thing.- Psalm 34:10 NASB 1995Yes, God is more than ready to overwhelm you with every form of grace, so that you will have more than enough of everything — every moment and in every way. He will make you overflow with abundance in every good thing you do.- 2 Corinthians 9:8 TPTYAHWEH is my best friend and my shepherd. I always have more than enough.- Psalms 23:1 TPTHoly spirit, show us what we actually need, not just what we think we need. May we make room and space for God to show up and provide in our lives. Amen!Episode Summary:Welcome to our annual What is Your Word series, where listeners send us their word for the new year, and we choose some to meditate on. It's always a fun series and we hope you enjoy it, especially if we picked your word! This week's word is Provision, sent in by Stef! Thanks for sharing your word for 2024 with us. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

What is Your Word?GroundedWould you consider yourself to be firmly rooted and grounded in God’s love? What foundation are you standing on?This week we’re meditating on several versions of Ephesians 3:17Then, by constantly using your faith, the life of Christ will be released deep inside you, and the resting place of his love will become the very source and root of your life. - Ephesians 3:17 TPTWe also read from Ephesians 3:16-19 TPTMay God show you how to take one practical step today to become more rooted and grounded in His love. Blessing you to experience his love in a greater measure. Amen!Episode Summary:Welcome to our annual What is Your Word series, where listeners send us their word for the new year, and we choose some to meditate on. It's always a fun series and we hope you enjoy it, especially if we picked your word! This week's word is Grounded, sent in by Julie! Thanks for sharing your word for 2024 with us. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

What is Your Word?BoldnessWe are called to be bold and courageous. What would change in your life if you had greater boldness? How would your prayer life change?And when they had prayed, the place where they had gathered together was shaken, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak the word of God with boldness.- Acts 4:31 NASB 1995So let us step boldly to the throne of grace, where we can find mercy and grace to help when we need it most.- Hebrews 4:16 VOICEFor You are my hope; Lord God, You are my confidence from my youth.- Psalms 71:5 NASBTherefore, having such a hope, we use great boldness in our speech,- 2 Corinthians 3:12 NASB 1995Where is God calling you to be bold and confident? What is He raising you up for? Blessing you to step out in boldness, receiving all you need from the Lord to do so!Episode Summary:Welcome to our annual What is Your Word series, where listeners send us their word for the new year, and we choose some to meditate on. It's always a fun series and we hope you enjoy it, especially if we picked your word! This week's word is Boldness, sent in by Lindsey! Thanks for sharing your word for 2024 with us. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

What is Your Word?Fully KnownThere is nothing you can do to make God love you more, and there is nothing you can do to make God love you less. You are fully known by God, just as you are.Lord, you know everything there is to know about me. You perceive every movement of my heart and soul, and you understand my every thought before it even enters my mind. You are so intimately aware of me, Lord. You read my heart like an open book and you know all the words I’m about to speak before I even start a sentence! You know every step I will take before my journey even begins.- Psalms 139:1-4 TPTFor this week’s meditation, we read verses 1-18 of Psalms 139 TPTWhat are the thoughts God is thinking towards you today? Blessing you to step into a greater awareness of being fully known and fully loved! May you encounter God’s love.Episode Summary:Welcome to our annual What is Your Word series, where listeners send us their word for the new year, and we choose some to meditate on. It's always a fun series and we hope you enjoy it, especially if we picked your word! This week's word is Fully Known, sent in by Marika! Thanks for sharing your word for 2024 with us. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

What is Your Word?Miracles Episode Summary:Welcome to our annual What is Your Word series, where listeners send us their word for the new year, and we choose some to meditate on. It's always a fun series and we hope you enjoy it, especially if we picked your word! This week's word is Miracles, sent in by Rebecka! Thanks for sharing your word for 2024 with us. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

What is Your Word?ListenAre we as equally good at listening as we are at praying? Communication, even with God, is a two way street. May we be quick to listen and slow to speak in our relationship with our Heavenly Father.My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.- James 1:19 NIVHe replied, “Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it.”- Luke 11:28 NIVCall to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.- Jeremiah 33:3 NIVSometimes we ask God for a word, having forgotten He has already spoken. Blessing each of us to take time to remember the things God has already spoken over our lives. Amen!Episode Summary:Welcome to our annual What is Your Word series, where listeners send us their word for the new year, and we choose some to meditate on. It's always a fun series and we hope you enjoy it, especially if we picked your word! This week's word is Listen, sent in by Marianne! Thanks for sharing your word for 2024 with us. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

What is Your Word?BelovedWelcome to week 4 of our What is Your Word series!This week’s word is Beloved, which means esteemed, dear, favorite, and worthy of love. When we take hold of who we are as God’s beloved, we become unshakeable; standing on the firm foundation of knowing who we are in God’s eyes.Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children; and walk in love, just as Christ also loved you and gave Himself up for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God as a fragrant aroma.- Ephesians 5:1-2 NASB 1995For you have not received a spirit of slavery leading to fear again, but you have received a spirit of adoption as sons and daughters by which we cry out, “Abba! Father!”- Romans 8:15 NASB 1995I am my beloved’s and my beloved is mine,- Song of Solomon 6:3 NASB 1995So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience;- Colossians 3:12 NASB 1995Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.- 1 John 4:11 NASB 1995How is God showing you how beloved you are? Blessing you to receive the truth to know you are a beloved child of God.Episode Summary:Welcome to our annual What is Your Word series, where listeners send us their word for the new year, and we choose some to meditate on. It's always a fun series and we hope you enjoy it, especially if we picked your word! This week's word is Beloved, sent in by Kali! Thanks for sharing your word for 2024 with us. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

What is Your Word?OverflowWhen God blesses, it isn’t just enough, His blessings spill over in exceeding abundance.The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance [to the full, till it overflows].- John 10:10 AMPYou serve me a six-course dinner right in front of my enemies.You revive my drooping head; my cup brims with blessing.- Psalm 23:5 MSGNow may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.- Romans 15:13 HCSBWe also read from 2 Corinthians 9:8 HCSB.What does life in abundance and overflow look like for you? Where is God pouring His blessings into your life?Be filled with so much joy, hope, and peace today, that your cup overflows, blessing all those around you!Episode Summary:Welcome to our annual What is Your Word series, where listeners send us their word for the new year, and we choose some to meditate on. It's always a fun series and we hope you enjoy it, especially if we picked your word! This week's word is Overflow, sent in by Hannah! Thanks for sharing your word for 2024 with us. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

What is Your Word?HumilityJesus is the king of the universe, and yet is the most humble of all. He is the one we look to as our model of perfect humility.Listen, if you lift yourself up, you’ll be put down, but if you humble yourself, you’ll be honored.- Luke 14:11 VOICEDo nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility of mind regard one another as more important than yourselves; do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others.- Philippians 2:3-4 NASBWe also meditate on James 4:10, Romans 12:3, and 2 Chronicles 7:14.What is God stirring in your heart in the area of humility?Praying for Holy Spirit to set you free from any areas of false humility in your life. May you be bold, yet humble, as you walk with God.Episode Summary:Welcome to our annual What is Your Word series, where listeners send us their word for the new year, and we choose some to meditate on. It's always a fun series and we hope you enjoy it, especially if we picked your word! This week's word is Humility, sent in by Donna! Thanks for sharing your word for 2024 with us. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

What is Your Word?GraceEverything you need is found in the grace and favor of Jesus! It is only by His grace we are saved.For it is by grace [God’s remarkable compassion and favor drawing you to Christ] that you have been saved [actually delivered from judgment and given eternal life] through faith. And this [salvation] is not of yourselves [not through your own effort], but it is the [undeserved, gracious] gift of God; not as a result of [your] works [nor your attempts to keep the Law], so that no one will [be able to] boast or take credit in any way [for his salvation].- Ephesians 2:8-9 AMPEach time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong.- 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 NLTWe also read from John 1:16-17 NASBWhere do you need to stop striving and struggling today, and allow God’s grace to set you free? As His grace washes over you today, may it take you from weakness to strength.Episode Summary:Welcome to our annual What is Your Word series, where listeners send us their word for the new year, and we choose some to meditate on. It's always a fun series and we hope you enjoy it, especially if we picked your word! This week's word is Grace, sent in by Amy... a different Amy by the way! Thanks for sharing your word for 2024 with us. Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

The Names of GodYahwehWelcome to week 43, our final episode of The Names of God series. We’ve spent the majority of 2023 meditating on some of the names of God and hope it has been a blessing to you. Next week kicks off our What is Your Word series, where we meditate on some of your words for the new year. If you haven’t done so already, send us your word to [email protected] and it might show up in an upcoming episode. Until then, enjoy this weeks meditation on Yahweh.Then Moses said to God, “Behold, I am going to the sons of Israel, and I will say to them, ‘The God of your fathers has sent me to you.’ Now they may say to me, ‘What is His name?’ What shall I say to them?”God said to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM”; and He said, “Thus you shall say to the sons of Israel, ‘I AM has sent me to you.’”God, furthermore, said to Moses, “Thus you shall say to the sons of Israel, ‘The Lord, the God of your fathers, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, has sent me to you.’ This is My name forever, and this is My memorial-name to all generations.- Exodus 3:13-15 NASB 1995We also read from Psalm 135:13.May you continue to journey with God as you meditate on the various names He is called. We pray each one draws you into a deeper relationship with your Father in Heaven. Amen! Become a PatronThe Cultivate Connection podcast has been downloaded nearly 500,000 times and counting!If Cultivate Connection has blessed you, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Your generosity helps us to continue creating resources that connect people with God. Thanks to all who support this podcast!Find Us Online:You can find and follow us online at:Cultivate ConnectionFacebookInstagramDon't forget to leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you choose to listen. Your reviews help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to receive Cultivate Connection emails and updates about upcoming events, podcasts, and more. Thank you!

The Names of GodJesus - The Lord SavesEvery one of us requires a savior, and that savior is a man named Jesus, seated on a throne at the right hand of God. Praise His holy name!For sin’s meager wages is death, but God’s lavish gift is life eternal, found in your union with our Lord Jesus, the Anointed One. - Romans 6:23 TPTJesus explained, “I am the Way, I am the Truth, and I am the Life. No one comes next to the Father except through union with me. To know me is to know my Father too. And from now on you will realize that you have seen him and experienced him.” - John 14:6-7 TPTWe also read from Titus 2:11-14.What is like to know Jesus as savior? What do you experience when you sit with this, letting it wash over you?Blessing you to know experience the lavish gift of life from Jesus, our savior.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodEmmanuel - God with UsThe Creator of all things submits himself to his own creation, just so He can be with us. What kind of king leaves his throne to be with his people? This is who our God is.Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, a virgin will be with child and bear a son, and she will call His name Immanuel. - Isaiah 7:14 NASB 1995“Behold, the virgin shall be with child and shall bear a Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel,” which translated means, “God with us.” - Matthew 1:23 NASB 1995I heard a loud shout from the throne saying, “Look, the home of God is now among men, and he will live with them and they will be his people; yes, God himself will be among them. He will wipe away all tears from their eyes, and there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying, nor pain. All of that has gone forever.” - Revelation 21:3-4 TLBIt has always been God’s desire to dwell with His people, from the very first moment of creation, throughout every page of the Bible, and to this very moment.What practical steps can you take to be with God today? Blessing you to know God is with you. He has given up everything in order to do so.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodPrince of PeaceMany Jews were disappointed by Jesus, as they were expecting a powerful ruler who would overthrow their enemies. What they got instead, was the Prince of Peace.For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; 
and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.- Isiah 9:6 ESVTherefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ,- Romans 5:1 NASB 1995Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful.- John 14:27 NASB 1995We also read from Colossians 1:19-22, Romans 16:20, and Luke 2:13-14.Jesus went to war against all that stood in the way of us having peace with God. Draw near to God and enjoy the relationship Jesus paid his life for.May you overflow with the peace that surpasses all understanding! Amen.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodEverlasting FatherWe have a good, Heavenly Father, and His son Jesus is the perfect representation of Him.For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; 
and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.- Isiah 9:6 ESVIf I do not do the works of My Father, do not believe Me; but if I do them, though you do not believe Me, believe the works, so that you may know and understand that the Father is in Me, and I in the Father.- John 10:37-38 NASB 1995We also read from John 10:30, 1 John 3:1, and Hebrews 13:5.What is your view of the Everlasting Father? Holy Spirit, teach us about the today!May you come into a greater understanding of who you are as a beloved child of God.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodWonderful CounselorWelcome to week 38 of The Names of God series where we are meditating on Wonderful Counselor. Wonderful in this context means “incomprehensible” or “completely beyond understanding” and that is the response to many of Jesus’ actions and teachings.For a child will be born to us, a son will be given to us; and the government will rest on His shoulders; and His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace.- Isaiah 9:6 NASB 1995For the word of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. For it is written,“I will destroy the wisdom of the wise,And the cleverness of the clever I will set aside.”- 1 Corinthians 1:18-19 NASB 1995This also comes from the Lord of hosts,Who has made His counsel wonderful and His wisdom great.- Isaiah 28:29 NASB 1995We also read from Mark 1:21-22, Colossians 2:2-3, and Proverbs 3:5-7.Are you relying on the wisdom of God, or of the wisdom of this world? May God be your Wonderful Counselor; the one you turn to for wisdom and instruction.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodMessiah - The Anointed OneJesus is more than a man, he is the Messiah. Yet at the same time he is very much a man, just like you and me. Imagine what it was like for each person who encountered Jesus in the flesh, the anointed Son of God standing before them.Behold, My Servant, whom I uphold; 
My chosen one in whom My soul delights.
 I have put My Spirit upon Him;
 He will bring forth justice to the nations.- Isaiah 42:1 NASB 1995The woman *said to Him, “I know that Messiah is coming (He who is called Christ); when that One comes, He will declare all things to us.” Jesus *said to her, “I who speak to you am He.”- John 4:25-26 NASB 1995Therefore many other signs Jesus also performed in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these have been written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing you may have life in His name.- John 20:30-31 NASB 1995We also read from Luke 4:16-21 and John 11:25-26.May you know Jesus as Messiah, the anointed son of God. May you receive His anointing and walk in the fullness of all He has for you today!Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodLogos - The WordJesus is the living word of God, and His words will endure forever.In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things came into being through Him, and apart from Him nothing came into being that has come into being. In Him was life, and the life was the Light of men.- John 1:1-4 NASB 1995And the Word became flesh, and dwelt among us, and we saw His glory, glory as of the only begotten from the Father, full of grace and truth.- John 1:14 NASB 1995Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will not pass away.- Matthew 24:35 NASB 1995We also read from Luke 11:28, Matthew 7:24, and Matthew 4:4What truth is God revealing to you? How is God speaking to you today through his Logos?Blessing you to know the Living Word, the Logos, Jesus Christ. Amen.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Ori - The Lord My LightWelcome to week 35 in our Names of God series!Remember as a kid, how darkness brought fear and when the lights were turned on you felt safe again? And so it is with God’s light as it casts out all fear.The Lord is my light and my salvation;Whom shall I fear?- Psalm 27:1 NASB 1995Your word is a lamp to my feetAnd a light to my path.- Psalm 119:105 NASB 1995We also meditate on Micah 7:7-8 and Isaiah 60:19-20.Where is God illuminating your path? Where do you need God’s light to shine for you?Blessing you this week to connect with God and experience the peace that surpasses all understanding.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Hoseenu - The Lord Our MakerYou are fearfully and wonderfully made.God is your maker. He doesn’t make mistakes and He doesn’t make junk. You are fearfully and wonderfully made.Come, let us worship and bow down,Let us kneel before the Lord our Maker.For He is our God,And we are the people of His pasture and the sheep of His hand.- Psalm 95:6-7 NASB 1995I will give thanks to You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made;Wonderful are Your works, and my soul knows it very well.- Psalm 139:14 NASB 1995We also read from Psalm 100:3, and Isaiah 64:8Do you see yourself as the good work of the Father’s hand? Is there anything standing in the way of knowing you are fully created by God?We pray you would align yourself in knowing who God has created you to be, and allow yourself to step into the truth of who He is in you, and who you are in Him.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Magen - The Lord My ShieldWhat do you think about God being a shield to you? The Lord as your defender?After these things the word of the Lord came to Abram in a vision, saying,“Do not fear, Abram,I am a shield to you;Your reward shall be very great.”- Genesis 15:1 NASB 1995in addition to all, taking up the shield of faith with which you will be able to extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.- Ephesians 6:16 NASB 1995He will cover you and completely protect you with His pinions,And under His wings you will find refuge;His faithfulness is a shield and a wall.- Psalm 94:1 AMPWe also read from Psalm 3:3 NKJV.Can you receive the Lord today as your defender and protector? Blessing you to take up the shield of faith, and know you are completely protected by God.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Kadosh - The Holy OneWelcome to week 32 of the Names of God series. This week, we meditate on the name Jehovah Kadosh - The Holy One.God is holy, separated from evil and opposed to sin. He is nothing less than absolute purity.“Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord of hosts,The whole earth is full of His glory.”- Isaiah 6:3 NASB 1995This is the message we have heard from Him and announce to you, that God is Light, and in Him there is no darkness at all.- 1 John 1:5 NASB 1995He made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.- 2 Corinthians 5:21 NASB 1995Thanks to His son Jesus, we are able to stand in the holy presence of God almighty. As you do, may you see how awe inspiring He truly is. Blessing you to be filled with the pure, beautiful light of God.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodEl Rachum - The Compassionate GodGod is intimately aware of the pain we experience; His heart is saddened by it. Even though His ways do not make sense to us at times, His compassionate love never wavers as He works all things out for our good.Then the Lord passed by in front of him and proclaimed, “The Lord, the Lord God, compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in lovingkindness and truth;- Exodus 34:6 various versionsJust as a father has compassion on his children,
 so the Lord has compassion on those who fear Him. For He Himself knows our frame; He is mindful that we are but dust. - Psalm 103:13-14 NASB 1995We also read from Matthew 9:35-38, and Lamentations 3:22-23.Where have you seen the compassion of God in your life? Where is He inviting you to receive His compassion today?Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Hashopet - The Lord the JudgeJudgement is not an element of God’s character. It is a response to the choices of His creation, and is always gracious, merciful, and loving towards us.For the Lord is our judge,The Lord is our lawgiver,The Lord is our king;He will save us—- Isaiah 33:22 NASB 1995The Lord is merciful and compassionate, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love.- Psalm 145:8 NLTFor one day we will all be openly revealed before Christ on his throne so that each of us will be duly recompensed for our actions done in life, whether good or worthless.- 2 Corinthians 5:10 TPTWe also read from Psalm 50:6, and Psalm 76:8-9.What initially comes up when you think of the Lord as Judge? Is it punishment or reward?Blessing you to see and know Him as a holy God, receiving the grace to repent and turn back to the One who loves you more than anything in the world.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Go’el - The Lord Our RedeemerAs your Kinsman-Redeemer, Jesus paid the price you could never pay on your own. It is because of this we sing praises to our Lord, our Savior, our Mighty Deliverer!And all flesh will know that I, the Lord, am your SaviorAnd your Redeemer, the Mighty One of Jacob.” - Isaiah 49:26 NASB 1995“I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. - Exodus 20:2 NASB 1995…knowing that you were not redeemed with perishable things like silver or gold from your futile way of life inherited from your forefathers, but with precious blood, as of a lamb unblemished and spotless, the blood of Christ. - 1 Peter 1:18-19 NASB 1995We also read from Romans 10:4, and Psalm 103-1-5.Where has God shown up in your life as Redeemer? What does it look like to walk in the fullness of God’s redemption for you?There is so much more to learn about what redemption means for us, and what it meant for the ancient Israelites. We encourage you to dive deeper into this topic on your own. Be blessed!Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Ezri - The Lord My HelperA good father helps his children whenever it is needed. How much more will our heavenly Father help us with situations both big and small?Behold, God is my helper;The Lord is the sustainer of my soul. - Psalm 54:4 NASB 1995Yahweh is my strength and my wraparound shield. When I fully trust in you, help is on the way. I jump for joy and burst forth with ecstatic, passionate praise! I will sing songs of what you mean to me! - Psalms 28:7-9 TPT“I will never leave you; I will always be by your side.” Because of this promise, we may boldly say,The Lord is my help—    I won’t be afraid of anything.How can anyone harm me? - Hebrews 13:5-6 VOICEWhere has God been your helper in the past? Can you remember your history where God has been there for you?Blessing your heart to trust in God today, for yourself and those around you.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Chereb - The Lord Our SwordWill you allow God to be your defender? To fight your battles for you.“Blessed are you, O Israel;Who is like you, a people saved by the Lord,Who is the shield of your helpAnd the sword of your majesty!So your enemies will cringe before you,And you will tread upon their high places.” -  Deuteronomy 33:29 NASB 1995But Moses said to the people, “Do not fear! Stand by and see the salvation of the Lord which He will accomplish for you today; for the Egyptians whom you have seen today, you will never see them again forever. The Lord will fight for you while you keep silent.” - Exodus 14:13-14 NASB 1995For the word of God is living and active and sharper than any two-edged sword, and piercing as far as the division of soul and spirit, of both joints and marrow, and able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart. - Hebrews 4:12 NASB 1995What are the battles in your life right now? Can you be still, knowing God will fight them for you?Blessing you to see God as Jehovah Chereb. May your eyes be opened to see God as he truly is, fighting on your behalf.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Qanna - The Lord is JealousOur God is a jealous God, and disdains any others who try to entice his beautiful bride away from him.You shall fear only the Lord your God; and you shall worship Him and swear by His name. You shall not follow other gods, any of the gods of the peoples who surround you, for the Lord your God in the midst of you is a jealous God; - Deuteronomy 6:13-15 NASB 1995You shall not make for yourself an idol, or any likeness of what is in heaven above or on the earth beneath or in the water under the earth. You shall not worship them or serve them; for I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children, on the third and the fourth generations of those who hate Me, but showing lovingkindness to thousands, to those who love Me and keep My commandments. - Exodus 20:3-6 NASB 1995God puts us first, and desires we reciprocate by putting him first. God’s love is the greatest thing we could ever experience.How is God’s jealousy drawing you close to him today?Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Rohi - The Lord Our ShepherdJesus is our good shepherd, the one who not only leads us into pleasant fields, but whom lays down his life for his sheep.“I am the good shepherd; the good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep. He who is a hired hand, and not a shepherd, who is not the owner of the sheep, sees the wolf coming, and leaves the sheep and flees, and the wolf snatches them and scatters them. He flees because he is a hired hand and is not concerned about the sheep. I am the good shepherd, and I know My own and My own know Me, even as the Father knows Me and I know the Father; and I lay down My life for the sheep. I have other sheep, which are not of this fold; I must bring them also, and they will hear My voice; and they will become one flock with one shepherd. - John 10:11-16 NASB 1995Are you allowing God to be your shepherd? To let Him lead you where He wants to take you?Where in your life today do you need to know Jesus as The Good Shepherd?Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Tsidkenu - The Lord Our RighteousnessWe were once slaves to sin and guilt, but then Jehovah Tsidkenu clothed us in His righteousness, setting us free.…for we have already charged that both Jews and Greeks are all under sin; as it is written, “There is none righteous, not even one” - Romans 3:9-10 NASB 1995He made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that we might become the righteousness of God in Him. - 2 Corinthians 5:21 NASB 1995I will rejoice greatly in the Lord,My soul will exult in my God;For He has clothed me with garments of salvation,He has wrapped me with a robe of righteousness,As a bridegroom decks himself with a garland,And as a bride adorns herself with her jewels. - Isaiah 61:10 NASB 1995We also read from Jeremiah 23:5-6, Romans 10:8-10, Romans 1:16-17, and Psalm 119:142Will you receive the robe of righteousness and the garment of salvation from Jesus today?May you shine forth the goodness of God everywhere you go! Amen.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Tsuri - The Lord our RockWhat does it mean to you that the Lord is your rock? To know that He is permanent and faithful.Yahweh, you're the bedrock beneath my feet, my faith-fortress, my wonderful deliverer, my God, my rock of rescue where none can reach me. You're the shield around me, the mighty power that saves me, and my high place. - Psalm 18:2 TPT“He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be greatly shaken.” - Psalm 62:2 ESVWe also read from Matthew 21:42, and 1 Peter 2:5.God is the firm foundation for your life. He alone is your rock, your faith, your fortress.Blessing you to come alive in who He has called you to be.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Sabaoth - The Lord of HostsGod is the one who fights for us, even when you cannot see it. So if God is for us, who can be against us?Moses answered the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today. The Egyptians you see today you will never see again. The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.” - Exodus 14:13-14 NIVThen David said to the Philistine, “You come to me with a sword, a spear, and a javelin, but I come to you in the name of the Lord of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have taunted. - 1 Samuel 17:45 NASB 1995We also read from Psalm 91:11-12 and Romans 8:31.Where do you need to trust God with the battles you face?Blessing you to align your thoughts and your ways to know 100 percent He is God Almighty, fighting on your behalf.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Bore - The Lord CreatorWelcome to the 21st week in our series on The Names of God. This series has been such a blessing, spending time meditating on the different names of God. It seems like it could go on forever! We hope you’re enjoying it as much as we are.In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. - Genesis 1:1 NASB 1995He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For by Him all things were created, both in the heavens and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things have been created through Him and for Him. - Colossians 1:15-16 NASB 1995.We also read from Isaiah 40:28, Nehemiah 9:6, and Psalm 139:13-14.The creator of Heaven and Earth also formed every part of you; you are here for a reason. What has He created you for? Ask Him to show you how His creative power is moving through your life right now.Be blessed to know how God is partnering with you in this, and every season of your life. Amen!Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodEl Gibhor - The Mighty GodThere is none greater than God.For when God made the promise to Abraham, since He could swear by no one greater, He swore by Himself, - Hebrews 6:13 NASB 1995‘Ah Lord God! Behold, You have made the heavens and the earth by Your great power and by Your outstretched arm! Nothing is too difficult for You, who shows lovingkindness to thousands, but repays the iniquity of fathers into the bosom of their children after them, O great and mighty God. The Lord of hosts is His name; great in counsel and mighty in deed, whose eyes are open to all the ways of the sons of men, giving to everyone according to his ways and according to the fruit of his deeds; - Jeremiah 32:17-19 NASB 1995The Lord your God in your midst,The Mighty One, will save;He will rejoice over you with gladness,He will quiet you with His love,He will rejoice over you with singing.” - Zephaniah 3:17 NASB 1995We also read from Isaiah 9:6.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodEl Deah - The God of KnowledgeHow do you view the knowledge of God?Oh, the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments and unfathomable His ways! For who has known the mind of the Lord, or who became His counselor? - Romans 11:33-34 NASB 1995You cannot wrap your mind around God’s ways. When you sit with this truth, what stirs in your heart?O Lord, you have examined my heart    and know everything about me.You know when I sit down or stand up.    You know my thoughts even when I’m far away. - Psalm 139:1-2 NASB 1995Even when no one else understands our situation, we have God, who does. Blessing you to know you can turn to Him for counsel in anything you face.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodChristos - The Anointed OneJesus is the bridge for humanity to reach heaven. All others, who were anointed to be representatives of Heaven on Earth, failed in some respect. But Jesus, the Messiah, the Christos, was anointed by both man and God, and fulfilled this role once and for all.Then Jesus arrived from Galilee at the Jordan coming to John, to be baptized by him. But John tried to prevent Him, saying, “I have need to be baptized by You, and do You come to me?” But Jesus answering said to him, “Permit it at this time; for in this way it is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness.” Then he permitted Him. After being baptized, Jesus came up immediately from the water; and behold, the heavens were opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending as a dove and lighting on Him, and behold, a voice out of the heavens said, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well-pleased.” - Matthew 3:13-17 NASBJesus is more than a priest, he is our Great High Priest. He is more than a prophet, speaking on behalf of God, he is the Living Word of God itself. Jesus is more than a king, he is the King of kings and Lord of lords. Fully a man, yet fully God, Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life.Be blessed to know Jesus in a greater measure this week as you meditate on the Word.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodAttiyq Youm - The Ancient of DaysGod existed before day or night even came to be. Is it any wonder when Moses asked of His name, God responded, IAM WHO I AM?Before the mountains were born,    before you gave birth to the earth and the world,    from beginning to end, you are God. - Psalm 90:2 NLTI watched till thrones were put in place,And the Ancient of Days was seated;His garment was white as snow,And the hair of His head was like pure wool. - Daniel 7:9a NKJVWe also read from Genesis 1:1-5, Exodus 3:13-14, and Isaiah 43:12-13.God is the Great I AM, our everlasting King, the One we call “Ancient of Days.”Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodAlpha & Omega - The Beginning and The EndGod is the beginning and the end, and everything between. Nothing can exist apart from Him.“I am the Alpha and the Omega—the beginning and the end,” says the Lord God. “I am the one who is, who always was, and who is still to come—the Almighty One.” - Revelation 1:8 NLTIn the beginning the Word already existed.    The Word was with God,    and the Word was God.He existed in the beginning with God.God created everything through him,    and nothing was created except through him.- John 1:1-3 NLTWe also read from John 1:14, John 14:8-9, Hebrews 12:2, Matthew 5:17, and Revelation 22:16.May the depth of your relationship with God continue to deepen as you view him as Alpha and Omega.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodAdonai - Lord MasterWho is this king that would give his life for us? This is Adonai, our Lord and Savior!Now afterward David arose and went out of the cave and called after Saul, saying, “My lord the king!” And when Saul looked behind him, David bowed with his face to the ground and prostrated himself.- 1 Samuel 24:8 NASB 1995For the Lord your God is the God of gods and the Lord of lords, the great, the mighty, and the awesome God who does not show partiality nor take a bribe.- Deuteronomy 10:17 NASB 1995We also read from Revelation 17:14, Psalm 8:1, and Psalm 136:3.Have you made room in your life to call God Adonai? May you bow before our King, inviting him into your life as King of kings, and Lord of lords.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodEl Chuwl - The God Who Gave You BirthGod created you with a purpose. He gave you birth and he will take care of you.But now, thus says the Lord, who created you, O Jacob,And He who formed you, O Israel:“Fear not, for I have redeemed you;I have called you by your name;You are Mine.When you pass through the waters, I will be with you;And through the rivers, they shall not overflow you.When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned,Nor shall the flame scorch you.For I am the Lord your God,The Holy One of Israel, your Savior;- Isaiah 43:1-3b NKJVWe also read from Psalms 139:13-18 TPTHow is God taking care of you as He leads you towards the purpose he has created you for? What is he revealing to you about himself throughout this process?Blessing you to know your immense value to this world. You have been created to bring life and light everywhere you go.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah M’kaddesh - The Lord Who SanctifiesWelcome to our 13th week in this series. If you missed the beginning, we encourage you to go back and have a listen.We are holy because God has sanctified us. There is nothing we have done or can do to accomplish what He has completed in us.You shall consecrate yourselves therefore and be holy, for I am the Lord your God. So you shall keep My statutes and practice them; I am the Lord who sanctifies you.- Leviticus 20:7-8 NASBSanctify them in the truth; Your word is truth. As You sent Me into the world, I also have sent them into the world. For their sakes I sanctify Myself, that they themselves also may be sanctified in truth.- John 17:17-19 NASB 1995And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.- Philippians 1:6 NLTAre there areas in your life where you are trying to sanctify yourself? Are you striving to do the work God has already accomplished? Surrender these areas to God, and allow Him to sanctify your life.Be richly blessed today!Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodEl Olam - The Everlasting GodOur God is El Olam, The Everlasting God. Nothing will outlast His goodness, for He created all.Lord, You have been our dwelling place in all generations.Before the mountains were brought forth,Or ever You had formed the earth and the world,Even from everlasting to everlasting, You are God.- Psalm 90:1-2 NKJVBut to the Son He says:“Your throne, O God, is forever and ever;A scepter of righteousness is the scepter of Your kingdom.- Hebrews 1:8 NKJVWe also read from 1 Chronicles 16:36, and Isaiah 40:28.Blessing you to encounter God as El Olam. May you experience His goodness in the land of the living.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodEl Roi - The God Who SeesGod sees your heart’s desires, your labor of love, your hopes and your dreams.God sees your struggles, He sees your pain, He sees your frustrations and your heartaches.God hears your prayers as you cry out to him.God sees YOU and has not forgotten about you.God sees your victories and your successes. He loves your accomplishments.Where is God revealing to you today that he sees you?Then she called the name of the Lord who spoke to her, “You are a God who sees”; for she said, “Have I even remained alive here after seeing Him?”- Genesis 16:13 NASB 1995But you, O Lord, know me;you see me, and test my heart toward you.- Jeremiah 12:3a ESVWe also read from the following verses: Psalm 139:1-3 ESV, and 2 Chronicles 16:9 NLT.Blessing you to encounter God in every aspect of your lives. You are God’s child! He loves you and he see you.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Nissi - The Lord Our BannerWho is this God who sets a banquet table in the presence of our enemies?Moses built an altar and named it The Lord is My Banner;- Exodus 17:15 NASB 1995And he said, “Listen, all Judah and inhabitants of Jerusalem and King Jehoshaphat: Thus says the Lord to you, ‘Do not be afraid and do not be dismayed at this great horde, for the battle is not yours but God's.- 2 Chronicles 20:15 ESV“He has brought me to his banquet hall,And his banner over me is love.- Song of Solomon 2:4 NASB 1995We also meditate on Psalm 23:5 from several different versions.Blessing you this week to soak in the reality of God’s love. To know God is for you, not against you. God, may we see you rightly! To see You as the banner over our lives.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodMa'on - The Lord Our Dwelling PlaceGod has always desired to live among his people. Do you believe God enjoys your company and wants to be with you?Lord, You have been our dwelling place in all generations. - Psalm 90:1 NASB 1995Be to me a rock of refuge and a sheltering stronghold to which I may continually come;You have given the commandment to save me,For You are my rock and my fortress. - Psalm 71:3 AMPFor you have made the Lord, my refuge,Even the Most High, your dwelling place.No evil will befall you,Nor will any plague come near your tent. - Psalm 91:9-10 NASB 1995We read from several other verses, including Exodus 25:8, 2 Samuel 7:4-6, Psalm 23:6, and Ephesians 3:17.Now that God has sent his spirit, He dwells within us! What do you think of when you meditate on the Lord being our dwelling place?Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodEl Elyon - The God Most HighNo one can ever be bigger than God. He is the Name above all names, the King above all kings, and the God above all gods.For You are the Lord Most High over all the earth;You are exalted far above all gods. - Psalm 97:9 NASB 1995For by Him all things were created, both in the heavens and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things have been created through Him and for Him. He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together. - Colossians 1:16-17 NASB 1995We also read from Psalm 115:4-8 NASB 1995.What does it look like to let God sit on the throne of your heart in all things? Where is God revealing Himself to you as Most HighBlessing you to know Lord Most High over all the Earth!Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Shalom - The Lord is PeaceWhen we seek peace, we are seeking a person and his name is Jesus.When Gideon saw that he was the angel of the Lord, he said, “Alas, O Lord God! For now I have seen the angel of the Lord face to face.” The Lord said to him, “Peace to you, do not fear; you shall not die.” Then Gideon built an altar there to the Lord and named it The Lord is Peace. To this day it is still in Ophrah of the Abiezrites. - Judges 6:22-24 NASB 1995The steadfast of mind You will keep in perfect peace, because he trusts in You. - Isaiah 26:3 NASB 1995We also read from John 14:27, John 16:32-33, and Philippians 4:6-7Can you welcome the spirit of God into the troubled places of your heart? Blessing you to encounter the peace Jesus gives you, not as the world gives, but as his perfect peace.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Jireh - The Lord Our ProviderFrom the beginning to the end of the Bible, we see how God has provided a way for his people time after time. He is faithful and good.Then Abraham raised his eyes and looked, and behold, behind him a ram caught in the thicket by his horns; and Abraham went and took the ram and offered him up for a burnt offering in the place of his son. Abraham called the name of that place The Lord Will Provide, as it is said to this day, “In the mount of the Lord it will be provided.” - Genesis 22:13-14 NASB 1995What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who is against us? 32 He who did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him over for us all, how will He not also with Him freely give us all things? - Romans 8:31-32 NASB 1995And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. - Philippians 4:19 ESVWe also read from Hebrews 11:17-19 and 1 Corinthians 10:13.Think about all the times God has provided in your life. Even right now, He has provided you with a new day. Every breath, every heartbeat, is a gift from God.Blessing you to know the Lord as your provider.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodEl Chay - The Living GodOur God is living and active. He is not like other gods; carved idols which sit lifeless. This is why we proudly proclaim Him to be the one true god!How lovely are Your dwelling places,O Lord of hosts!My soul longed and even yearned for the courts of the Lord;My heart and my flesh sing for joy to the living God. - Psalm 84:1-2 NASBBut the Lord is the true God;He is the living God and the everlasting King. - Jeremiah 10:10 NASBWe also read from Acts 14:8-15 and Hebrews 4:12-16Are you searching for life in things that are not alive? What stirs in your heart when you dwell on the fact our God is a living, breathing God?Blessing you to encounter this Living God of ours.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Rapha - The Lord Our HealerThe will of God is that we would be whole and healed, mentally and physically. How does God want to reveal himself as healer to you today?He said, “If you listen carefully to the Lord your God and do what is right in his eyes, if you pay attention to his commands and keep all his decrees, I will not bring on you any of the diseases I brought on the Egyptians, for I am the Lord, who heals you.” - Exodus 15:26 NIVBless the Lord, O my soul,And forget none of His benefits;Who pardons all your iniquities,Who heals all your diseases; - Psalm 103:2-3 NASBHe heals the brokenheartedand binds up their wounds. - Psalm 147:3 NIVWe read several other verses of healing from this article titled Jesus Healed Them All.Blessing you to be healed in the name of Jesus today!Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodElohim - The CreatorWelcome to number three in our The Names of God series. This week, we’re meditating on God the Creator.You have been created by the Creator.In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. - Genesis 1:1 NLTCreated in His image to be like him.Then God said, “Let us make human beings in our image, to be like us. They will reign over the fish in the sea, the birds in the sky, the livestock, all the wild animals on the earth, and the small animals that scurry along the ground.” - Genesis 1:26 NLTHow then should we act? Jesus revealed the way; demonstrating to us who our father is and what he is like.No one has seen God [His essence, His divine nature] at any time; the [One and] only begotten God [that is, the unique Son] who is in the intimate presence of the Father, He has explained Him [and interpreted and revealed the awesome wonder of the Father]. - John 1:18 AMPBlessing you to walk in the fulness of your identity, just as Jesus demonstrated, so that you may release God’s kingdom everywhere you go.Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. - Matthew 6:10 AMPAmen!Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodJehovah Shammah - The Lord is ThereOccurring only once in the Bible, the prophet Ezekiel used Jehovah Shammah to describe God’s presence in the new Jerusalem. The same city depicted by John in the book Revelation. Both instances are to give us hope, that one day God will dwell with us, in his full presence forever.“And the name of the city from that time on will be: the Lord is there.” - Ezekiel 48:35 NIVAnd I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. - Revelation 21:3 NIVWhile the previous two verses seem to refer to God’s physical presence, the following Psalm speaks of God’s omnipresence, or spiritual presence being everywhere, all the time. We can still rejoice knowing God is “there” with us now, and will be with us “there” in his full glory when his dwelling place permanently becomes Earth.Where can I go from your Spirit?Where can I flee from your presence?If I go up to the heavens, you are there;if I make my bed in the depths, you are there. - Psalm 139:7-8 NIVHow is God revealing His presence to you? What does it look like to hear his voice? He is as close to you as your breath is this very moment.May He reveal himself to you as Jehovah Shammah today. Blessing you to encounter more of God each and every day.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

The Names of GodAbba - FatherWelcome to our series called The Names of God. Inspired by our online course, Connecting with God - An Eight Week Online Experience, this series is going to spend time meditating on some of the names God has been know by.It’s one thing to know you have a father in heaven; having “head knowledge” of this matter-of-fact statement. Yet there is a drastic difference in actually experiencing the relationship first hand.Because you are sons, God has sent forth the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying, “Abba! Father!” - Galatians 4:6 NASBThe Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship. And by him we cry, “Abba, Father.” - Romans 8:15 NIV“Abba, Father,” he said, “everything is possible for you. Take this cup from me. Yet not what I will, but what you will.” - Mark 14:36 NIVIf Jesus modeled the perfect relationship with his heavenly father, calling upon him as daddy, even when facing the cross, what are we to learn from this?Do you have the level of intimacy with God that allows you to call him Abba, even in the hardest places?Blessing you to come into the fulness of understanding you are loved by your father in heaven.Become a PatronCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others grow their relationship with God. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

What is Your Word?VesselThis week wraps up our final episode of the What is Your Word? series. Kassia sent in our last word, Vessel. Thanks so much for sharing with all of us Kassia!If your life were a vessel, what what it look like? What condition is it currently in? What are you filling your life with?Then Ananias answered, “Lord, I have heard from many about this man, how much harm he has done to Your saints in Jerusalem. And here he has authority from the chief priests to bind all who call on Your name.”But the Lord said to him, “Go, for he is a chosen vessel of Mine to bear My name before Gentiles, kings, and the children of Israel. For I will show him how many things he must suffer for My name’s sake.”And Ananias went his way and entered the house; and laying his hands on him he said, “Brother Saul, the Lord Jesus, who appeared to you on the road as you came, has sent me that you may receive your sight and be filled with the Holy Spirit.” Immediately there fell from his eyes something like scales, and he received his sight at once; and he arose and was baptized.- Acts 9:13-18 NKJVDon’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body.- 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 NLTGod called Saul His “chosen vessel.” Do you believe that God is calling you His chosen vessel? Blessing you to hunger and thirst for God’s righteousness, and be a vessel that honors Him. Amen.Thank You!Support Cultivate ConnectionCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

What is Your Word?Recover AllWelcome to week nine of our What is Your Word? series. We have this week and next, then we wrap things up, introducing our next series; we think you’ll like it!This week’s word is more of a phrase than a word. Recover All was sent in by Susi. Thanks for sharing Susi! For this one, we’ll be reading of King David’s Conflict with the Amalekites, as recorded in 1 Samuel 30:1-25.Now it happened, when David and his men came to Ziklag, on the third day, that the Amalekites had invaded the South and Ziklag, attacked Ziklag and burned it with fire, and had taken captive the women and those who were there, from small to great; they did not kill anyone, but carried them away and went their way. So David and his men came to the city, and there it was, burned with fire; and their wives, their sons, and their daughters had been taken captive. [verses 1-3]So David recovered all that the Amalekites had carried away, and David rescued his two wives. And nothing of theirs was lacking, either small or great, sons or daughters, spoil or anything which they had taken from them; David recovered all. [verses 18-19]- 1 Samuel 30:1-25 NKJVBefore David recovered all that had been stolen, he strengthened himself in the Lord and then inquired of the Lord. Where do you need to strengthen yourself in the Lord? What is it you wish to inquire of Him?Where there has been theft and destruction in your life, we bless you with the supernatural grace to recover all in the Lord.Thank You!Support Cultivate ConnectionCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

What is Your Word?EnoughWelcome to week eight into our series called What is Your Word? This week's word was sent in by Julie. Thanks so much Julie for blessing all of us with your word!What comes to mind when you hear the word Enough? Do you believe that God is more than enough for you?When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the Lord appeared to him and said,“I am God Almighty;Walk [habitually] before Me [with integrity, knowing that you are always in My presence], and be blameless and complete [in obedience to Me]. - Genesis 17:1 AMPWe also read from 2 Corinthians 9:8 TLBHe is the God of more than enough. May the eyes of your heart be enlightened to see God as El Shaddai, which means “The God Who Is More Than Enough.” Amen!Thank You!Support Cultivate ConnectionCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

What is Your Word?TruthWelcome to week seven of our series called What is Your Word? This week’s word, Truth, was sent in by Nikko. Thanks so much for sharing Nikko!There is truth, and there is the Truth. As you gaze upon the one who calls himself the way, the truth, and the life, what do you see?So Jesus was saying to those Jews who had believed Him, “If you continue in My word, then you are truly My disciples; and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” - John 8:31-32 NASBWe also meditate on John 16:13 NASB, John 17:17 NASB, and four different versions of John 14:6.What does it look like to move beyond having the head knowledge of the truth, and to behold, experience, and become God’s truth?Blessing you to know the Truth who is Jesus. May you experience more of Him today!Thank You!Support Cultivate ConnectionCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

What is Your Word?FatherWelcome to week six into our series called What is Your Word? Of all the words sent in so far, there has only been one duplicate, Father. It was first sent in by Amy (not me) and then by Anna. Thanks ladies for sharing your word with us!What does the idea of God the father mean to you? What kind of father do you see Him as?No one has seen God at any time; God the only Son, who is in the arms of the Father, He has explained Him. - John 1:18 NASBNo one has ever seen God. But the unique One, who is himself God, is near to the Father’s heart. He has revealed God to us. - John 1:18 NLTNo one has ever seen God; but the one and only God, in the Father’s embrace, has made Him known.  - John 1:18 TLVWe also read from 1 John 3:1 NASB, and James 1:17 NLT.May you experience the love of God as your good father. To come to know Him rightly as a child of God. Blessings to you and those you love!Thank You!Support Cultivate ConnectionCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

What is Your Word?PersevereWelcome to week five of What is Your Word? Such a great series where listeners like you send in your words for the year. This week’s word has been sent in by Travis. Thanks so much for sharing with us Travis!And not only this, but we also celebrate in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out within our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us. - Romans 5:3-5 NASBWe also read from 1 Chronicles 16:11 NASB, Philippians 1:6 NASB, and Romans 12:12 NLT/AMP/TLVWhat does it look like for you to persevere, to seek to be in God’s presence continually? Is there an area in your life where God is calling you to not give up?May you receive the grace to persevere in the face of all things.Thank You!Support Cultivate ConnectionCultivate Connection has reached listeners in 157 countries, averaging 1,100 downloads a week. Help us reach even more by sharing Cultivate Connection with others.If you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, become a monthly patron. As a patron, your generosity helps us create, host, and promote experiences that help others connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.com

What is Your Word?PromiseWelcome to week four of What is Your Word? This week’s word was sent in by Jennifer. Thanks Jennifer!The word Promise, as a verb, means to assure someone that one will definitely do, give, or arrange something. How many times has the bible recorded the promises of God coming to pass?Know therefore that the Lord your God, He is God, the faithful God, who keeps His covenant and His faithfulness to a thousand generations for those who love Him and keep His commandments; - Deuteronomy 7:9 NASBWe also read from the following verses: Numbers 23:19 NLT, Hebrews 10:23 AMP, and Isaiah 55:8-11 MSGWhat promises has God spoken over you? Blessing you to know His promises will not return null and void. May they all come to pass in your own life! Amen.If you missed the first episode and wish to go back and listen, here’s the link: What is Your Word? and if you have not submitted your word to us, there is still time. Email us at [email protected] and we will prayerfully consider each and every word sent in. Thank you to all who have reached out to us already!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

What is Your Word?ExpectantThis week’s word is Expectant; submitted by Amy. Thanks Amy for sending in your word for 2023!What are you expectant for this year? What tugs at your heart, stirring hope?My soul, wait in silence for God alone,For my hope is from Him. - Psalm 62:5 NASBLet all that I am wait quietly before God,for my hope is in him. - Psalm 62:5 NLTFor God alone my soul waits in silence and quietly submits to Him,For my hope is from Him. - Psalm 62:5 AMPMy soul quietly waits for the True God alonebecause I hope only in Him. - Psalm 62:5 VOICEWe meditate on three additional verses, Psalm 5:3 NLT, Psalm 39:7 AMP, and Romans 8:25 NASB.Blessing you with the ability to wait quietly upon the Lord, and to discover eager expectation available for you. We are excited for you to receive holy expectation for this year. To shine bright with the love of God upon your life!If you missed the first episode and wish to go back and listen, here’s the link: What is Your Word? and if you have not submitted your word to us, there is still time. Email us at [email protected] and we will prayerfully consider each and every word sent in. Thank you to all who have reached out to us already!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

What is Your Word?CelebrateHappy New Year! This week’s word is Celebrate; submitted by DJ. Thanks DJ for sending in your word for 2023!Be cheerful with joyous celebration in every season of life. Let your joy overflow! And let gentleness be seen in every relationship, for our Lord is ever near. Don’t be pulled in different directions or worried about a thing. Be saturated in prayer throughout each day, offering your faith-filled requests before God with overflowing gratitude. Tell him every detail of your life, then God’s wonderful peace that transcends human understanding, will guard your heart and mind through Jesus Christ. - Philippians 4:4-7 TPTWe also meditate on Psalm 95:1-5 AMPWhere is God inviting you to celebrate with Him? Blessing you to be filled with cheerful, joyous celebration in every season of your life.If you missed the first episode, here’s the link to last week’s podcast: What is Your Word? and if you have not submitted your word to us, there is still time. Email us at [email protected] and we will prayerfully consider each and every word sent in. Thank you to all who have reached out to us already!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

What is Your Word?2023 SeriesWelcome to our newest series, What is Your Word? 2023Over the next several weeks we will be focusing on words sent in by you. This is one of our favourite series throughout the year and we hope it blesses you as much as it does us. There is something very powerful about words, especially when meditated on with the Lord. What is He saying to you in this new season?Thy word is a lamp unto my feet,And light unto my path. - Psalm 119:105 ASVWe also read from Proverbs 2:4-6 AMP and Exodus 3:1-4 NASBIf you have not submitted your word to us, there is still time. Email us at [email protected] and we will prayerfully consider each and every word sent in. Thank you to all who have reached out to us already! Blessing each and every one of you as we close out this year and prepare to enter the new.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

LoveAdvent 2022God remains loyal to you because He loves you.Just as he promised long ago by the words of his holy prophets. They prophesied he would come one day and save us from every one of our enemies and from the power of those who hate us. Now he has shown us the mercy promised to our ancestors, for he has remembered his holy covenant. He has rescued us from the power of our enemies, fulfilling the sacred oath he made with our father Abraham. Now we can boldly worship God with holy lives, living in purity as priests in his presence every day! - Luke 1:70-73-75 TPTRemember God’s love for you this Advent season. Allow praise to rise up as you meditate on the ways God has been faithful to you. Merry Christmas!Come and Behold HimAdvent Devotional by Dr. Brian SimmonsFor this advent series, we are reading parts of this beautiful devotional. We find it to be a rich source of inspiration during this Christmas season. To begin each day drawing our attention to what this season is all about, our Lord and Savior Jesus. Grab yours and follow along with each weeks meditation.  Order your copy todayThank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

JoyAdvent 2022And Mary sang this song: “My soul is ecstatic, overflowing with praises to God! My spirit bursts with joy over my life-giving God! For he set his tender gaze upon me, his lowly servant girl. And from here on, everyone will know that I have been favored and blessed. The Mighty One has worked a mighty miracle for me; holy is his name! Mercy kisses all who fear him, from one generation to the next. Mighty power flows from him to scatter all those who walk in pride. Powerful princes he tears from their thrones and he lifts up the lowly to take their place. Those who hunger for him will always be filled, but the smug and self-satisfied he will send away empty. Because he can never forget to show mercy, he has helped his chosen servant, Israel, keeping his promises to Abraham and to his descendants forever.” - Luke 1:46-55 TPTWhere can you overflow with praises to God? How has God favored and blessed your life? Be filled with Joy today as you look upon our wonderful Lord and Savior!Come and Behold HimAdvent Devotional by Dr. Brian SimmonsFor this advent series, we are reading parts of this beautiful devotional. We find it to be a rich source of inspiration during this Christmas season. To begin each day drawing our attention to what this season is all about, our Lord and Savior Jesus. Grab yours and follow along with each weeks meditation. Order your copy todayThank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

PeaceAdvent 2022His birth will bring you much joy and gladness. Many will rejoice because of him, and he will be one of the great ones in the sight of God. He will drink no wine or strong drink, but he will be filled with the Holy Spirit even while still in his mother’s womb. And he will persuade many in Israel to convert and turn back to the Lord their God. He will go before the Lord as a forerunner, with the same power and anointing as Elijah the prophet. He will be instrumental in turning the hearts of the fathers in tenderness back to their children and the hearts of the disobedient back to the wisdom of their righteous fathers. And he will prepare a united people who are ready for the Lord’s appearing.”- Luke 1:14-17 TPTWhat does it look like for you to tap into the Peace of God today? Blessing you to be a forerunner for Christ, spreading His peace everyone you go.Come and Behold HimAdvent Devotional by Dr. Brian SimmonsFor this advent series, we are reading parts of this beautiful devotional. We find it to be a rich source of inspiration during this Christmas season. To begin each day drawing our attention to what this season is all about, our Lord and Savior Jesus. Grab yours and follow along with each weeks meditation. Order your copy todayThank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

HopeAdvent 2022God-Enthroned, be revealed in splendor as you ride upon the cherubim! How perfectly you lead us, a people set free. Loving shepherd of Israel—listen to our hearts’ cry! Shine forth from your throne of dazzling light.In the sight of Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh, stir up your mighty power in full display before our eyes. Break through and reveal yourself by coming to our rescue.Revive us, O God! Let your beaming face shine upon us with the sunrise rays of glory; then nothing will be able to stop us.O God, the mighty Commander of Angel Armies, how much longer will you smolder in anger? How much longer will you be disgusted with your people even when they pray?You have fed us with sorrow and grief and made us drink our tears by the bowlful. You’ve made us a thorn in the side of all the neighboring lands, and now they just laugh at us with their mocking scorn.Come back, come back, O God, and restore us! You are the Commander of Angel Armies. Let your beaming face shine upon us with the sunrise rays of glory, and then nothing will be able to stop us!- Psalms 80:1-7 TPTHow is God giving you hope now? Come and Behold HimAdvent Devotional by Dr. Brian SimmonsFor this advent series, we are reading parts of this beautiful devotional. We find it to be a rich source of inspiration during this Christmas season. To begin each day drawing our attention to what this season is all about, our Lord and Savior Jesus. Grab yours and follow along with each weeks meditation. Order your copy today Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Fall at the Feet of JesusThe Miracles of JesusIs there an area in your life where Jesus is saying “arise!” Have you ever had a need so great, that you can’t help but throw yourself at Jesus’ feet? To realize you cannot do this on your own.While He spoke these things to them, behold, a ruler came and worshiped Him, saying, “My daughter has just died, but come and lay Your hand on her and she will live.” So Jesus arose and followed him, and so did His disciples.When Jesus came into the ruler’s house, and saw the flute players and the noisy crowd wailing, He said to them, “Make room, for the girl is not dead, but sleeping.” And they ridiculed Him. But when the crowd was put outside, He went in and took her by the hand, and the girl arose. And the report of this went out into all that land. - Matthew 9:18-26 NKJVNote: Verses 20-22, the story of the woman with bleeding, are omitted in order to focus on the healing of Jairus’ daughter. We meditated on this story in podcast episode 348 - Your Faith Has Made You Well.Blessing you to know that whatever you’re going through, Jesus is with you. Be filled with confidence in knowing He is there for you. Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

It is the LordThe Miracles of JesusThe following account would not be in the Bible if Simon [Peter] had not trusted in the Lord, following His command to lower his net one more time. Is there somewhere God is asking you to "lower your net" just one more time this season?When He had finished speaking, He said to Simon [Peter], “Put out into the deep water and lower your nets for a catch [of fish].” Simon replied, “Master, we worked hard all night [to the point of exhaustion] and caught nothing [in our nets], but at Your word I will [do as you say and] lower the nets [again].” When they had done this, they caught a great number of fish, and their nets were [at the point of] breaking; so they signaled to their partners in the other boat to come and help them. And they came and filled both of the boats [with fish], so that they began to sink. But when Simon Peter saw this, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Go away from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord!” For he and all his companions were completely astounded at the catch of fish which they had taken; and so were James and John, sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon [Peter]. Jesus said to Simon, “Have no fear; from now on you will be catching men!” After they had brought their boats to land, they left everything and followed Him [becoming His disciples, believing and trusting in Him and following His example]. - Luke 5:4-11 AMPWe also mediate on this account from the book of John 21:1-11 NKJVBlessing you to trust the Lord, and to follow His spirit which is at work in your life.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

They Served the PeopleThe Miracles of JesusWhere will anyone be able to find enough to satisfy?Then Jesus called His disciples to Him, and said, “I feel compassion for the crowd, because they have been with Me now three days and have nothing [left] to eat; and I do not want to send them away hungry, because they might faint [from exhaustion] on the way [home].” The disciples said to Him, “Where are we to get enough bread in this isolated place to feed so large a crowd?” And Jesus asked them, “How many loaves [of bread] do you have?” They replied, “Seven, and a few small fish.” He directed the crowd to sit down on the ground, and He took the seven loaves and the fish; and when He had given thanks, He broke them and started giving them to the disciples, and the disciples [gave them] to the people. And they all ate and were satisfied, and they gathered up seven full baskets of the broken pieces that were left over. [Among] those who ate were 4,000 men, not counting women and children. - Matthew 15:32-38 AMPWe read of this same account in the book of Mark 8:1-9 NASB 1995Allow God to fill you today, to the point of abundance and overflow, so that you may fill others.Is there a group of people God is calling you to serve? Blessing you with wisdom and discernment to pour out to those God is highlighting to you.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

What is in this Man's Words?The Miracles of JesusJesus’ words ushered in something new, something the people weren’t used to. What made Jesus different from all the other scribes and teachers?They went into Capernaum; and immediately on the Sabbath He entered the synagogue and began to teach. They were amazed at His teaching; for He was teaching them as one having authority, and not as the scribes. Just then there was a man in their synagogue with an unclean spirit; and he cried out, saying, “What business do we have with each other, Jesus of Nazareth? Have You come to destroy us? I know who You are—the Holy One of God!” And Jesus rebuked him, saying, “Be quiet, and come out of him!” Throwing him into convulsions, the unclean spirit cried out with a loud voice and came out of him. They were all amazed, so that they debated among themselves, saying, “What is this? A new teaching with authority! He commands even the unclean spirits, and they obey Him.” Immediately the news about Him spread everywhere into all the surrounding district of Galilee. - Mark 1:21-28 NASBWe also read of this account from the book of Luke 4:31-37 TLBWhere does God want to flow in and through you to amaze the people around you? Blessing you to know the authority you carry as you align your life with Chris Jesus.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Who is this Man?The Miracles of JesusAnd then Jesus got into a boat, and His disciples followed Him. Out of nowhere, a vicious storm blew over the sea. Waves were lapping up over the boat, threatening to overtake it! Yet Jesus was asleep. Frightened (not to mention confused—how could anyone sleep through this?), the disciples woke Him up.Disciples: Lord, save us! We’re going to drown!Jesus: Please! What are you so afraid of, you of little faith?Jesus got up, told the wind and the waves to calm down, and they did. The sea became still and calm once again. The disciples were astonished.Disciples: Who is this? What sort of man is He, that the sea and the winds listen to Him?- Matthew 8:23-27 VOICEWe also read of this account from Luke 8:22-25 NASB and Mark 4:37-41 NLT.Are there storms in your life that you’ve been asking Jesus to calm? Perhaps He is saying, “You calm the storm, my spirit lives within you.”“Who is this man?” is a question all of us will be required to answer. Blessing you to spend so much time with Jesus, that you become like him.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Take Courage I am HereThe Miracles of JesusYou have nothing to fear when you are with the King of Glory.Now when evening came, His disciples went down to the sea, and after getting into a boat, they started to cross the sea to Capernaum. It had already become dark, and Jesus had not yet come to them. The sea began to be stirred up because a strong wind was blowing. Then, when they had rowed about three or four miles, they saw Jesus walking on the sea and drawing near to the boat; and they were frightened. But He said to them, “It is I; do not be afraid.” So they were willing to receive Him into the boat, and immediately the boat was at the land to which they were going. - John 6:16-21 NASBWe meditate on two other versions of this story in Mark 6:47-52 NLT and Matthew 14:22-32 VOICE.Is there an area in your life where you are afraid, and Jesus is saying “Take courage, I am here."?May you be reminded to be still today, knowing Jesus is right there with you. Be filled with encouragement and comfort in His presence.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

You Feed ThemThe Miracles of JesusWhat is currently in your hands? When it seems like there is not enough, ask God how He would like to multiply it?Though Jesus wanted solitude, when He saw the crowds, He had compassion on them, and He healed the sick and the lame. At evening-time, Jesus’ disciples came to Him.Disciples: We’re in a fairly remote place, and it is getting late; the crowds will get hungry for supper. Send them away so they have time to get back to the villages and get something to eat.Jesus: They don’t need to go back to the villages in order to eat supper. Give them something to eat here.Disciples: But we don’t have enough food. We only have five rounds of flatbread and two fish.Jesus: Bring the bread and the fish to Me.So the disciples brought Him the five rounds of flatbread and the two fish, and Jesus told the people to sit down on the grass. He took the bread and the fish, He looked up to heaven, He gave thanks, and then He broke the bread. Jesus gave the bread to the disciples, and the disciples gave the bread to the people; everyone ate and was satisfied. When everyone had eaten, the disciples picked up 12 baskets of crusts and broken pieces of bread and crumbs. There were 5,000 men there, not to mention all the women and children.- Matthew 14:14-21 VOICEThis amazing miracle is also recorded in Mark 6:30-44 NLT, Luke 9:10-17 NASB, John 6:1-14 NKJV.What is Jesus revealing to you about who He is through these scriptures? Blessing you this week to have eyes to see not what is missing, but what is right there in your hands.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

What Do You Want?The Miracles of JesusWhen Jesus touched Bartimaeus, his response was to follow Him. Are there areas in your life where you are blind, and cannot see? How has God touched your life, and how has it caused you to follow Him?So finally Jesus and His disciples left Jericho and headed for Jerusalem; and, of course, a large crowd followed them. Two blind men, sitting on the roadside, heard the crowd approaching with Jesus.Two Blind Men: Lord, have mercy on us, Son of David!The crowd rebuked them and told them to be quiet, but they shouted louder.Two Blind Men: Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!Jesus (taking the two blind men aside): What is it that you want, brothers?Two Blind Men: Lord, we want to see.Jesus had compassion on them and touched their eyes. Immediately they could see, and so they followed Him. - Matthew 20:29-34 VOICEWe spend time reflecting on this story from Mark 10:46-52 NASB and Luke 18:35-43 MSG.Blessing you to follow Him today!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

BelieveThe Miracles of JesusAt the bottom of the mountain, they were met by a crowd of waiting people. As they approached, a man came out of the crowd and fell to his knees begging, “Master, have mercy on my son. He goes out of his mind and suffers terribly, falling into seizures. Frequently he is pitched into the fire, other times into the river. I brought him to your disciples, but they could do nothing for him.”Jesus said, “What a generation! No sense of God! No focus to your lives! How many times do I have to go over these things? How much longer do I have to put up with this? Bring the boy here.” He ordered the afflicting demon out—and it was out, gone. From that moment on the boy was well.When the disciples had Jesus off to themselves, they asked, “Why couldn’t we throw it out?”“Because you’re not yet taking God seriously,” said Jesus. “The simple truth is that if you had a mere kernel of faith, a poppy seed, say, you would tell this mountain, ‘Move!’ and it would move. There is nothing you wouldn’t be able to tackle.” - Matthew 17:14-20 MSGWe also read this account from Mark 9:17-29 NASB and Luke 9:38-43 NLTWhere is God calling you into greater levels of belief, faith, and trust? Speaking peace into your life today! May you see the majestic display of God’s power.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Jesus Was ImpressedThe Miracles of JesusEven in the face of comments such as “get out of here,” “you don’t belong here,” “this isn’t for you,” the gentile woman’s faith was strong enough to keep her focused on Jesus.From there Jesus set out for the vicinity of Tyre. He entered a house there where he didn’t think he would be found, but he couldn’t escape notice. He was barely inside when a woman who had a disturbed daughter heard where he was. She came and knelt at his feet, begging for help. The woman was Greek, Syro-Phoenician by birth. She asked him to cure her daughter.He said, “Stand in line and take your turn. The children get fed first. If there’s any left over, the dogs get it.”She said, “Of course, Master. But don’t dogs under the table get scraps dropped by the children?”Jesus was impressed. “You’re right! On your way! Your daughter is no longer disturbed. The demonic affliction is gone.” She went home and found her daughter relaxed on the bed, the torment gone for good. - Mark 7:24-30 MSGThis story is also recorded in Matthew 15:21-28 NLTAre you able to worship God in the face of rejection? Blessing your faith to be great enough to impress Jesus.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

As Good As NewThe Miracles of JesusAs Lord of the sabbath, Jesus demonstrates His restorative power to make broken things good as new.A man was there whose hand was withered. And they asked Jesus, “Is it lawful and permissible to heal on the Sabbath?”—they asked this so that they might accuse Him and bring charges into court. But He said to them, “What man is there among you who, if he has only one sheep and it falls into a pit on the Sabbath, will not take hold of it and lift it out? How much more valuable then is a man than a sheep! So it is lawful and permissible to do good on the Sabbath.” Then He said to the man, “Reach out your hand!” The man reached out and it was restored, as normal and healthy as the other. - Matthew 12:10-13 AMPWe also read the same account from Mark 3:1-6 MSG and Luke 6:6-11 NLTIs there an area of your life where you’re believing for restoration? Will you come, just as you are? Blessing you to do good upon everything that comes across your path.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Your Faith Has Made You WellThe Miracles of JesusAs we read this week’s scripture, meditate on how Jesus is showing you the character of who He is through this story.And Jesus went with him; and a large crowd followed Him and pressed in around Him [from all sides].A woman [in the crowd] had [suffered from] a hemorrhage for twelve years, and had endured much [suffering] at the hands of many physicians. She had spent all that she had and was not helped at all, but instead had become worse. She had heard [reports] about Jesus, and she came up behind Him in the crowd and touched His outer robe. For she thought, “If I just touch His clothing, I will get well.” Immediately her flow of blood was dried up; and she felt in her body [and knew without any doubt] that she was healed of her suffering. Immediately Jesus, recognizing in Himself that power had gone out from Him, turned around in the crowd and asked, “Who touched My clothes?” His disciples said to Him, “You see the crowd pressing in around You [from all sides], and You ask, ‘Who touched Me?’” Still He kept looking around to see the woman who had done it. And the woman, though she was afraid and trembling, aware of what had happened to her, came and fell down before Him and told Him the whole truth. Then He said to her, “Daughter, your faith [your personal trust and confidence in Me] has restored you to health; go in peace and be [permanently] healed from your suffering.” - Mark 5:24-34 AMPWe also read accounts of this story from Luke 8:43-48 NLT and Matthew 9:20-22 NASBIs there an area in your life where you’re suffering? Where do you need to reach out to God? And where is He reaching out to you?If you are suffering in your body, we pray for healing in it. Amen.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

AstonishingThe Miracles of JesusSome people brought to him a paralyzed man on a mat. Seeing their faith, Jesus said to the paralyzed man, “Be encouraged, my child! Your sins are forgiven.”But some of the teachers of religious law said to themselves, “That’s blasphemy! Does he think he’s God?”Jesus knew what they were thinking, so he asked them, “Why do you have such evil thoughts in your hearts? Is it easier to say ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or ‘Stand up and walk’? So I will prove to you that the Son of Man has the authority on earth to forgive sins.” Then Jesus turned to the paralyzed man and said, “Stand up, pick up your mat, and go home!”And the man jumped up and went home! - Matthew 9:2-7 NLTWe also read this story from Mark 2:3-12 MSG and Luke 5:18-26 NASBGod is a God of astonishment. Where is He leading you to say, “I’ve never seen something so remarkable before!”Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Great ThingsThe Miracles of JesusEven demons must bow down before the authority of Jesus.Eventually Jesus came to the other side of the sea, to the region of the Gadarenes. There, two men who lived near the tombs and were possessed by demons came out to the seaside and met Jesus. They were flailing about, so violent that they obstructed the path of anyone who came their way.Demons (screaming at Jesus): Why are You here? Have You come to torture us even before the judgment day, O Son of God?A ways off, though still visible, was a large herd of pigs, eating.Demons: If You cast us out of the bodies of these two men, do send us into that herd of pigs!Jesus: Very well then, go!And the demons flew out of the bodies of the two flailing men, they set upon the pigs, and every last pig rushed over a steep bank into the sea and drowned. The pig herders (totally undone, as you can imagine) took off; they headed straight for town, where they told everyone what they’d just seen—even about the demon-possessed men. And so the whole town came out to see Jesus for themselves. And when they saw Him, they begged Him to leave their area. - Matthew 8:28-34 VOICEWe also read this story from Mark 5:1-15 AMP, and Luke 8:26-39 NASBRemember the great things God has done through His son Jesus. Proclaim to others the good deeds He has accomplished in your own life. Blessing you to receive from Him and release it everywhere you go! Amen.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Lifted UpThe Miracles of JesusWith just one touch, Jesus can change everything.They told Him about Simon’s mother-in-law who was there in bed, sick and feverish. Jesus went to her side, took her hand, and lifted her up. As soon as He touched her, the fever left her and she felt well again—strong enough to bustle around the house taking care of her visitors. - Mark 1:30-31 VOICEWe also read this story from Matthew 8:14-15 NLT and Luke 4:38-39 AMPIs there an area in your life where you need a touch from Jesus to come alive again? Blessing you to receive it and be filled with His love!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Jesus MarveledThe Miracles of JesusDid you know you can marvel Jesus with your faith?When Jesus had finished saying all this to the people, he returned to Capernaum. At that time the highly valued slave of a Roman officer was sick and near death. When the officer heard about Jesus, he sent some respected Jewish elders to ask him to come and heal his slave. So they earnestly begged Jesus to help the man. “If anyone deserves your help, he does,” they said, “for he loves the Jewish people and even built a synagogue for us.”So Jesus went with them. But just before they arrived at the house, the officer sent some friends to say, “Lord, don’t trouble yourself by coming to my home, for I am not worthy of such an honor. I am not even worthy to come and meet you. Just say the word from where you are, and my servant will be healed. I know this because I am under the authority of my superior officers, and I have authority over my soldiers. I only need to say, ‘Go,’ and they go, or ‘Come,’ and they come. And if I say to my slaves, ‘Do this,’ they do it.”When Jesus heard this, he was amazed. Turning to the crowd that was following him, he said, “I tell you, I haven’t seen faith like this in all Israel!” And when the officer’s friends returned to his house, they found the slave completely healed. - Luke 7:1-10 NLTWe also read this story from Matthew 8:5-13 (NASB)Blessing you to come to know Jesus in greater authority. For your faith to be increased beyond your own expectations!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Be HealedThe Miracles of JesusThen Jesus said, “I am willing; be cleansed.” Imagine what it was like watching this scene unfold right in front of you.When Jesus came down from the mountain, large crowds followed Him. And a man with leprosy came to Him and bowed down before Him, and said, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” Jesus reached out with His hand and touched him, saying, “I am willing; be cleansed.” And immediately his leprosy was cleansed. And Jesus said to him, “See that you tell no one; but go, show yourself to the priest and present the offering that Moses commanded, as a testimony to them.” - Matthew 8:1-4 NASBOther accounts of this miracle: Mark 1:40-44 NLT, and Luke 5:12-14 AMPHave you ever witnessed a miracle? If so, how did it impact you?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Daily PortionA Journey Through Psalm 37Jesus is the Savior of all who choose to hide themselves in Him. What does it look like to be hidden in Jesus and what is the difference between hiding yourself in Christ or from Christ?Every evil sinner will be destroyed, obliterated. They’ll be utter failures with no future! But the Lord will be the Savior of all who love him. Even in their time of trouble, God will live in them as strength. Because of their faith in him, their daily portion will be a Father’s help and deliverance from evil. This is true for all who turn to hide themselves in him! - Psalms 37:38-40 TPTThanks for joining us as we wrap up our 10th week on Psalm 37. We hope you’ve been blessed. Next week kicks off our Miracle series where we’ll spend time meditating on some of the amazing things Jesus accomplished during his ministry here on Earth. It’s going to be so good!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Keep Moving Forward SteadilyA Journey Through Psalm 37Is there an area in your life where impatience has been rising? Where you’ve been waiting for God to act, and you feel like it’s not happening quick enough?Evil ones spy on the godly ones, stalking them to find something they could use to accuse them. They’re out for the kill! But God will foil all their plots. The godly will not stand condemned when brought to trial. So don’t be impatient for Yahweh to act; keep moving forward steadily in his ways, and he will exalt you to possess the land. You’ll watch with your own eyes and see the wicked lose everything. I’ve already seen this happen. Once I saw a wicked and violent man overpower all who were around him, a domineering tyrant with his prideful and oppressive ways. Then he died and was forgotten. Now no one cares that he is gone forever. But you can tell who are the blameless and spiritually mature. What a different story with them! The godly ones will have a peaceful, prosperous future with a happy ending. - Psalms 37:32-37 TPTThere is an invitation today for you to stop looking at what you don’t have, and set your eyes upon what you do have as you look to God for your source of comfort and hope. Keep showing up and keep trusting Him, one step at a time.Blessing you to know your story has a happy ending.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Faithful Lovers of GodA Journey Through Psalm 37It is the faithful who inherit the earth. The world needs Godly lovers to bring His wisdom into every situation.The faithful lovers of God will inherit the earth and enjoy every promise of God’s care, dwelling in peace forever. God-lovers make the best counselors. Their words possess wisdom and are right and trustworthy. The ways of God are in their hearts and they won’t swerve from the paths of steadfast righteousness. - Psalms 37:29-31 TPTWhere has He been establishing you to release wisdom and truth? What spheres of society have you been given favor in? May you have solutions for perplexing problems facing the world. Blessings to you!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Blessed to Become a BlessingA Journey Through Psalm 37God does not guarantee things will be easy or simple, He does guarantee he will provide for you. When we freely receive, we can freely give, for it is the godly ones who freely give to others.I was once inexperienced, but now I’m old. Not once have I found a lover of God forsaken by him, nor have any of their children gone hungry. Instead, I’ve found the godly ones to be the generous ones who give freely to others. Their children are blessed and become a blessing. If you truly want to dwell forever in God’s presence, forsake evil and do what is right in his eyes. The Lord loves it when he sees us walking in his justice. He will never desert his devoted lovers; they will be kept forever in his faithful care, but the descendants of the wicked will be banished. - Psalms 37:25-28 TPTIs there an area God is calling you to be a blessing to others? Go, and trust that God blesses those who wish to do His will.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Receive God's HandA Journey Through Psalm 37God is trustworthy and faithful. As one of His blessed children, are you able to fully receive all that He has for you?All the enemies of God will perish. For the wicked have only a momentary value, a fading glory. Then one day they vanish! Here today, gone tomorrow. They break their promises, borrowing money but never paying it back. The good man returns what he owes with some extra besides. Yahweh’s blessed ones receive the land, but the cursed ones will be cut off with nothing to show for themselves. When Yahweh delights in how you live your life, he establishes your every step. If they stumble badly they will still survive, for the Lord lifts them up with his hands. - Psalms 37:20-24 TPTAs He establishes your every step, can you walk hand-in-hand with God? For it is impossible to hold hands with someone and go in two different directions. Be blessed in your walk with Him today!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Much of GodA Journey Through Psalm 37The world tells us we need more, often to the point of forcing it upon us. Then there’s God, gently wooing us into His more. Never forcing, always faithful, and relentless in His pursuit of us.It is much better to have little combined with much of God than to have the fabulous wealth of the wicked and nothing else. For the Lord takes care of all his forgiven ones while the strength of evil men will surely slip away. Day by day the Lord watches the good deeds of the godly, and he prepares for them his forever-reward. Even in a time of disaster he will watch over them, and they will always have more than enough no matter what happens. - Psalms 37:16-19 TPTHow is God inviting you to experience more of Him? What action steps can you take to enter into this place with Him?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Pride Filled HeartsA Journey Through Psalm 37If there was such a thing as spiritual cancer, would pride be it? The nature and character of God is to bless His children, even if it requires piercing our pride filled hearts. This is His refining process.Let the wicked keep plotting against the godly with all their sneers and arrogant jeers. God laughs at the wicked and their plans, for he knows their day is coming! Evil ones take aim at the poor and helpless; they are ready to slaughter those who do right. But the Lord will turn all their weapons of wickedness back on themselves, piercing their pride-filled hearts until they are helpless. - Psalms 37:12-15 TPTAsk God to root out any and all pride from your heart. Additionally, where do you see hearts that God wants to turn? How is God asking you to pray for others? You may be the only chance your enemy gets to experience the love of God.May you be a bright light, shining God’s goodness everywhere you go!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

The Humble of HeartA Journey Through Psalm 37What does it look like to be humble of heart and why do the humble of heart inherit God’s promises? Is trust what roots and grounds their faith in God?Stay away from anger and revenge. Keep envy far from you, for it only leads you into lies. For one day the wicked will be destroyed, but those who trust in the Lord will inherit the land. Just a little while longer and the ungodly will vanish; you will look for them in vain. But the humble of heart will inherit every promise and enjoy abundant peace. - Psalms 37:8-11 TPTCome with open hands to receive what God has for you today! May you fully trust in the Lord, for His promises never fail.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Quiet Your HeartA Journey Through Psalm 37Does it seem like those around you are prospering while you are not? Quiet your heart and trust in Him. God is faithful and will do what He says.Give God the right to direct your life, and as you trust him along the way, you’ll find he pulled it off perfectly! He will appear as your righteousness, as sure as the dawning of a new day. He will manifest as your justice, as sure and strong as the noonday sun. Quiet your heart in his presence and wait patiently for Yahweh. And don’t think for a moment that the wicked, in their prosperity, are better off than you. - Psalms 37:5-7 TPTIs there an area He is calling you to wait? Trust in His faithfulness and know that the goodness of God will be made manifest in your life.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Fix Your HeartA Journey Through Psalm 37What are you fixing your heart on? Where do you need to turn your attention towards Jesus today? By His Spirit comes wisdom and understanding. He is everlasting and faithful in His promises.Don’t follow after the wicked ones or be jealous of their wealth.Don’t think for a moment they’re better off than you.They and their short-lived successwill soon shrivel up and quickly fade away,like grass clippings in the hot sun.Keep trusting in the Lord and do what is right in his eyes.Fix your heart on the promises of God, and you will dwell in the land,feasting on his faithfulness.Find your delight and true pleasure in Yahweh,and he will give you what you desire the most. - Psalm 37:1-4 TPTDo not fret because of evildoers,Be not envious toward wrongdoers.For they will wither quickly like the grassAnd fade like the green herb.Trust in the Lord and do good;Dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness.Delight yourself in the Lord;And He will give you the desires of your heart. - Psalm 37:1-4 NASBMay you learn to feast on God’s faithfulness. He is trustworthy!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

PurifyWhat is Your Word?Welcome to our week 12 wrap up of the “What’s Your Word?” series. Thank you to all who submitted words for this year. This weeks word is from Travis. Thanks for sending in your word Travis!We serve a holy God. The only way we can draw near to Him is to be holy, and the only way to be holy is through Jesus. It is by the blood of Jesus we are cleansed whiter than snow.Who shall go up into the mountain of the Lord? Or who shall stand in His Holy Place?He who has clean hands and a pure heart, who has not lifted himself up to falsehood or to what is false, nor sworn deceitfully.- Psalm 24:3-4 AMPPurify me from my sins, and I will be clean;    wash me, and I will be whiter than snow.- Psalm 51:7 NLTCreate in me a clean heart, O God,And renew a steadfast spirit within me.Do not cast me away from Your presence,And do not take Your Holy Spirit from me.Restore to me the joy of Your salvation,And uphold me by Your generous Spirit.- Psalm 51:10-12 NKJVDon’t let sin hold you back. Allow God to purify you, creating within you a clean heart as you celebrate the joy of His salvation. Blessings to you and those around you!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

FocusWhat is Your Word?This is our second-to-last week of our series “What’s Your Word.” This week’s word was sent in by Amy. Thanks so much for sharing Amy!We become the things we worship. Who or what are we giving our attention to in worship? What is God calling you to focus on, and how is He calling you to focus on it?I have set the Lord continually before me;Because He is at my right hand, I will not be shaken.- Psalm 16:8 NASBLet your eyes look directly ahead [toward the path of moral courage]And let your gaze be fixed straight in front of you [toward the path of integrity].- Proverbs 4:25 AMPFor those who are according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who are according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. 6 For the mind set on the flesh is death, but the mind set on the Spirit is life and peace,- Romans 8:5 NASBStay focused on Jesus and who He calls you to be. The more you stay focused on Jesus, the more you become like Him! Blessings!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

RestoreWhat is Your Word?We’re excited to partner this week with our good friend Allison La Bianca who runs Awaken & Free. Learn more about Allison and all the great things she’s up to on Instagram @awakenandfree.Our God is a god who restores our souls. Invite Him in to bring refreshment to the dry areas of your life today.The Lord is my Shepherd [to feed, to guide and to shield me],I shall not want.He lets me lie down in green pastures;He leads me beside the still and quiet waters.He refreshes and restores my soul (life);He leads me in the paths of righteousnessfor His name’s sake.- Psalm 23:1-3 AMPBlessing you to create space for God to bring restoration and revival in your life!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

ReclaimWhat is Your Word?Stand firm and believe in God's promises that He is who He says He is. He has reclaimed you from dark places.Remember these things, Jacob:You are my servant, Israel.I formed you; you are my servant.Israel, I will not forget you.I made your rebellious acts disappear like a thick cloudand your sins like the morning mist.Come back to me, because I have reclaimed you.Sing with joy, you heavens, because the Lord has done this.Rejoice, you deep places of the earth.Break into shouts of joy, you mountains,you forests and every tree in them.The Lord has reclaimed Jacob.He will display his glory in Israel.The Lord reclaimed you.He formed you in the womb.This is what the Lord says:I, the Lord, made everything.I stretched out the heavens by myself.I spread out the earth all alone.- Isaiah 44:21-24 GOD’S WORD TranslationWhat are some of the things God is wanting to reclaim in you? Rise up, breaking into shouts of joy as God reveals His wonderful plans to you!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

HarmonyWhat is Your Word?Harmony - Be equal and have the same respect for one another. To live in peace with one another. Is God saying “I want to change the way you’re treating that person”? If there is an area of your life out of harmony, there is an opportunity waiting for you.A special thank you to Shelley for submitting this week's word. Thanks Shelley!Do to others whatever you would like them to do to you. This is the essence of all that is taught in the law and the prophets. - Matthew 7:12 NLTRejoice with those who rejoice [sharing others’ joy], and weep with those who weep [sharing others’ grief]. Live in harmony with one another; do not be haughty [conceited, self-important, exclusive], but associate with humble people [those with a realistic self-view]. Do not overestimate yourself. - Romans 12:15-16 AMPHow can you encourage, and not discourage? Build up, and not tear down? Where is God wanting to release a greater measure of harmony in your life?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

RestWhat is Your Word?Is it hard for you to be still and silent in His presence? Ask for His grace to do so.Welcome to week 7 of this series. This week's word was sent in by Rebecca. Thanks Rebecca!I know the Lord is always with me.I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me.No wonder my heart is glad, and I rejoice.My body rests in safety. - Psalm 16:8-9 NLTRest in the Lord and wait patiently for Him;Do not fret because of him who prospers in his way,Because of the man who carries out wicked schemes. - Psalm 37:7 NASB 1995“Are you weary, carrying a heavy burden? Come to me. I will refresh your life, for I am your oasis. Simply join your life with mine. Learn my ways and you’ll discover that I’m gentle, humble, easy to please. You will find refreshment and rest in me. For all that I require of you will be pleasant and easy to bear.” - Matthew 11:28-30 TPTRecover and reclaim your strength. May you settle into the rest God has for you.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

EmbraceWhat is Your Word?Have you ever hugged someone whose arms hang limp as if trying to ward off your affection? Let us not respond to the embrace of God’s word the sameDon’t just listen to the Word of Truth and not respond to it, for that is the essence of self-deception. So always let his Word become like poetry written and fulfilled by your life!. - James 1:22 TPTEvery spiritual blessing in the heavenly realm has already been lavished upon us as a love gift from our wonderful heavenly Father, the Father of our Lord Jesus—all because he sees us wrapped into Christ. This is why we celebrate him with all our hearts! And in love he chose us before he laid the foundation of the universe! Because of his great love, he ordained us, so that we would be seen as holy in his eyes with an unstained innocence. For it was always in his perfect plan to adopt us as his delightful children, through our union with Jesus, the Anointed One, so that his tremendous love that cascades over us would glorify his grace —for the same love he has for the Beloved, Jesus, he has for us. And this unfolding plan brings him great pleasure! - Ephesians 1:3-5-6 TPTEmbrace works both ways. Will you allow yourself to be embraced by the lavish love of God, while simultaneously locking your arms around it, never letting go?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

LightWhat is Your Word?God's light fills the whole earth. Blessing you to shine brightly as He guides your steps.No longer will you need the sun to shine by day,nor the moon to give its light by night,for the Lord your God will be your everlasting light,and your God will be your glory. - Isaiah 60:19 NLTThen Jesus again spoke to them, saying, “I am the Light of the world; he who follows Me will not walk in the darkness, but will have the Light of life.” - John 8:12 NASB 1995The Lord bless you, and keep you;The Lord make His face shine on you,And be gracious to you;The Lord lift up His countenance on you,And give you peace. - Numbers 6:24-26 NASB 1995Where is God bringing His everlasting light into your life?How is He drawing you out to shine brightly?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

PerspectiveWhat is Your Word?A new position provides a new perspective, and what better position than being seated with Christ in Heavenly places. Thank you to Susi for sending in this week's word. Thanks Susi!But God, with the unfathomable richness of His love and mercy focused on us, united us with the Anointed One and infused our lifeless souls with life—even though we were buried under mountains of sin—and saved us by His grace. He raised us up with Him and seated us in the heavenly realms with our beloved Jesus the Anointed, the Liberating King. - Ephesians 2:4-6 VOICESince you have been raised to new life with Christ, set your sights on the realities of heaven, where Christ sits in the place of honor at God’s right hand. Think about the things of heaven, not the things of earth. For you died to this life, and your real life is hidden with Christ in God. - Colossians 3:1-3 NLTWhat is your current perspective of the world around you? Your family, job, nation? How does God want to change your perspective today? May you begin to see things on earth as it is in Heaven.P.S. There’s still time to send in your words! We have several more weeks in this series, so send us your words for 2022. Thanks!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

AbideWhat is Your Word?Welcome to week 3 of our 12 week series. This week’s word is Abide, and was sent in by Trina on Instagram. Thanks Trina!God is calling you to abide in Him, and as you allow the vinedresser to prune as He sees necessary, you will bear much fruit.I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit, He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit, He prunes it so that it may bear more fruit. You are already clean because of the word which I have spoken to you. Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself unless it abides in the vine, so neither can you unless you abide in Me.I am the vine, you are the branches; he who abides in Me and I in him, he bears much fruit, for apart from Me you can do nothing. If anyone does not abide in Me, he is thrown away as a branch and dries up; and they gather them, and cast them into the fire and they are burned. If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit, and so prove to be My disciples. Just as the Father has loved Me, I have also loved you; abide in My love. If you keep My commandments, you will abide in My love; just as I have kept My Father’s commandments and abide in His love. These things I have spoken to you so that My joy may be in you, and that your joy may be made full. - John 15:1-11 NASB 1995Where is God pruning in your life? Can you see the fruit of His efforts?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

ReceiveWhat is Your Word?This week’s word was sent in by Sherry. Receive is a verb, an action word with many meanings.  Mostly, it involves taking in and accepting something. One definition is to give permission to enter.Are you willing to fully receive the gifts He has for you? For we should not try to open each, picking and choosing only the things we fancy, while discarding those that do not appeal to us. As we meditate on several versus, reflect on your current capacity to receive from God."Truly, truly I say to you, the one who receives anyone I send, receives Me; and the one who receives Me receives Him who sent Me.” - John 13:20 NASB“So I say to you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks, it will be opened.” - Luke 11:9-10 NASBAnd whoever receives one such child in My name, receives Me. - Matthew 18:5 NASBI tell you the truth, you can say to this mountain, ‘May you be lifted up and thrown into the sea,’ and it will happen. But you must really believe it will happen and have no doubt in your heart. I tell you, you can pray for anything, and if you believe that you’ve received it, it will be yours. - Mark 11:23-24 NLTAnd as you go, preach, saying, ‘The kingdom of heaven has come near.’ Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those with leprosy, cast out demons. Freely you received, freely give. - Matthew 10:7-8 NASBWhat does it look like for you to fully receive Jesus and all that He has for you? Be blessed as you progress along your journey with the father.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

FlourishWhat is Your Word?Our first word for 2022 was sent in by Barb and it is the word flourish. God isn't wanting us just to be happy, He desires us to flourish! It is an active word, it is overflowing. Barb shared "I crave for the Holy Spirit to flourish in me and all this year." What a beautiful prayer. But the godly will flourish like palm trees    and grow strong like the cedars of Lebanon.For they are transplanted to the Lord’s own house.    They flourish in the courts of our God.Even in old age they will still produce fruit;    they will remain vital and green.They will declare, “The Lord is just!    He is my rock!    There is no evil in him!” -Psalm 92:12-15  NLTBlessed [fortunate, prosperous, and favored by God] is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked [following their advice and example],Nor stand in the path of sinners,Nor sit [down to rest] in the seat of scoffers (ridiculers).But his delight is in the law of the Lord,And on His law [His precepts and teachings] he [habitually] meditates day and night.And he will be like a tree firmly planted [and fed] by streams of water,Which yields its fruit in its season;Its leaf does not wither;And in whatever he does, he prospers [and comes to maturity].  - Psalm 1:1-3 AMPTo flourish is to grow or develop in a healthy vigorous way, especially as the result of a particularly favourable environment. Where is God inviting you to flourish in your life? Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Light Overcomes DarknessSometimes, victory goes to the wicked. At least that’s the way it seems when we look through our own eyes, relying on our own understanding. Isn’t it interesting how 2,500 years since David put pen to paper the world around us seems to have stayed the same in many regards. Fortunately for us, we can draw from history to see how God causes nations to rise and fall, and brings justice to the wicked.As we draw this series to a close, we revisit Psalm 27 in its entirety. Stand firm and courageous by knowing the truth that God is our defender, our shelter, and our retreat. No matter what’s taking place, His light overcomes darkness.The Eternal is my light amidst my darknessand my rescue in times of trouble.    So whom shall I fear?He surrounds me with a fortress of protection.    So nothing should cause me alarm.I will move past my enemies with this one, sure hope:    that with my own eyes, I will see the goodness of the Eternal    in the land of the living. - Psalm 27:1&13 VOICEThank you for being with us. We bless each and every one of you to be filled with hope as you wait for the Lord. Believe that you will see the goodness of God in the land of the living.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Courage to ExpectDo you believe God is going to show up for you? When hard circumstances stand in your path, do you meet them with a mindset of encouragement?Wait for and confidently expect the Lord;Be strong and let your heart take courage;Yes, wait for and confidently expect the Lord. - Psalm 27:14 (AMP)Blessing you to stand in the courage of God. May hope arise as you stand boldly in faith and love.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Confident in God’s Love and PowerGod’s hope never leads to disappointment. When we walk in the confidence which is rooted in His love, we cannot help but be contagious, instilling hope in those around us. I would have despaired had I not believed that I would see the goodness of the LordIn the land of the living. - Psalm 27:13 (AMP)You were given His hope when you were saved. Praying your eyes would be opened to the goodness of the Lord all around you!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Breathe In Breathe OutAdopted as sons and daughters, you are on this planet to release God’s kingdom. May He fill you to overflowing, blessing all who encounter you.Although my father and my mother have abandoned me,Yet the Lord will take me up [adopt me as His child].Teach me Your way, O Lord, And lead me on a level pathBecause of my enemies [who lie in wait].Do not give me up to the will of my adversaries,For false witnesses have come against me;They breathe out violence. - Psalm 27:10-12 (AMP)Is there anywhere you’ve been abandoned? What is God teaching you in this season? Be blessed to know what it means to be adopted by God.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

An InvitationIs there an area in your life you need to cry out to the Lord?Hear, O Lord, when I cry aloud;Be gracious and compassionate to me and answer me.When You said, “Seek My face [in prayer, require My presence as your greatest need],” my heart said to You,“Your face, O Lord, I will seek [on the authority of Your word].”Do not hide Your face from me,Do not turn Your servant away in anger;You have been my help;Do not abandon me nor leave me,O God of my salvation! - Psalm 27:7-9 (AMP)I bless you to cry aloud where you need to. To find your voice and speak out what’s on your heart to the Lord.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

I Will SingWill you choose to enter into the house of the Lord? To seek refuge from the storms of life. To sit in a place of peace in His presence. It is one of His greatest gifts to us.His house is my shelter and secret retreat.    It is there I find peace in the midst of storm and turmoil.Safety sits with me in the hiding place of God.    He will set me on a rock, high above the fray.God lifts me high above those with thoughts    of death and deceit that call for my life.I will enter His presence, offering sacrifices and praise.    In His house, I am overcome with joyAs I sing, yes, and play music for the Eternal alone. - Psalm 27:5-6 (VOICE)Blessing your spirit to come alive as you discover the worth and greatness of God. Allow praise and thanksgiving to roll off your tongue as you make music for the Eternal One!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

One Thing I DesireKing David earnestly sought to dwell in the house of the Lord, and now we have become a dwelling place for the Lord. We are with Him and He is with us. How beautiful is that?I am pleading with the Eternal for this one thing,    my soul’s desire:To live with Him all of my days—    in the shadow of His temple,To behold His beauty and ponder His ways    in the company of His people. - Psalm 27:4 (VOICE)Holy Spirit, where we’ve been seeking the things of this world, give us a desire to seek you. Give us hearts like David, set on one thing, your presence. Blessings to you dear listener, that you would become known for seeking God above all else.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

My Heart Will Not FearWith God on our side, what is there to fear? The One who created all, and all things were created for, is our light and salvation. We have nothing to fear.The Lord is my light and my salvation — Whom shall I fear?The Lord is the refuge and fortress of my life — Whom shall I dread? When the wicked came against me to eat up my flesh, my adversaries and my enemies, they stumbled and fell.Though an army encamp against me, my heart will not fear;Though war arise against me, even in this I am confident. - Psalm 27:1-3 (AMP)Even though death and destruction lie in wait for us, can you lock eyes with the One who spoke the heavens into existence, entering into His peace in the process? Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Connection Through PrayerJust as Jesus prayed to His father, prayed for His disciples, and prayed for His enemies, we are to pray as He did. This is our connection point with each other and with our Heavenly Father.Now I am coming to you. I told them many things while I was with them in this world so they would be filled with my joy. I have given them your word. And the world hates them because they do not belong to the world, just as I do not belong to the world. I’m not asking you to take them out of the world, but to keep them safe from the evil one. They do not belong to this world any more than I do. Make them holy by your truth; teach them your word, which is truth. Just as you sent me into the world, I am sending them into the world. And I give myself as a holy sacrifice for them so they can be made holy by your truth.I am praying not only for these disciples but also for all who will ever believe in me through their message. I pray that they will all be one, just as you and I are one—as you are in me, Father, and I am in you. And may they be in us so that the world will believe you sent me. - John 17:13-21 (NLT)When you pray, don’t babble on and on as the Gentiles do. They think their prayers are answered merely by repeating their words again and again. - Matthew 6:7 (NLT)“You have heard the law that says, ‘Love your neighbor’ and hate your enemy. But I say, love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you!” - Matthew 5:43-44 (NLT)Do you believe you belong to Jesus and not to this world? The prayers He prayed while here on Earth are as relevant to you as they were to His disciples. You have been created for greater things than this world can ever offer. Enter into connection with Christ through prayer today.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Come and PrayDo you believe God hears your prayers? Will you come and call upon Him in prayer?For I know the plans that I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans for prosperity and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. - Jeremiah 29:11-12 (NASB)You will answer me, God; I know you always will. Hear my words like you always do as you listen to my every prayer. - Psalm 17:6 (TPT)Most of all, I’m writing to encourage you to pray with gratitude to God. Pray for all men with all forms of prayers and requests as you intercede with intense passion. And pray for every political leader and representative, so that we would be able to live tranquil, undisturbed lives, as we worship the awe-inspiring God with pure hearts. - 1 Timothy 2:1-2 (TPT)May your prayer life be infused with gratitude and passion!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Pray Pray PrayWhat does it look like to live a life of constant prayer? For our hearts to desire what is godly and true. I pray that the light of God will illuminate the eyes of your imagination, flooding you with light, until you experience the full revelation of the hope of his calling—that is, the wealth of God’s glorious inheritances that he finds in us, his holy ones! - Ephesians 1:18 (TPT)Pray passionately in the Spirit, as you constantly intercede with every form of prayer at all times. Pray the blessings of God upon all his believers. - Ephesians 6:18 (TPT)You draw near to those who call out to you, listening closely, especially when their hearts are true. Every godly one receives even more than what they ask for. For you hear what their hearts really long for, and you bring them your saving strength. - Psalm 145:18-19 (TPT)God is listening closely. Allow your heart to cry out to Him in ceaseless prayer. May you find passion and purpose in this intimate place of connection with Him.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

If My PeopleGod is everywhere. He is omnipresent and infinite. He hears all and sees all, including your prayers. When we come before Him in humility, our cries for forgiveness do not go unanswered.And My people who are called by My name humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. - 2 Chronicles 7:14 (NASB)“But will God really dwell with mankind on the earth? Behold, heaven and the highest heaven cannot contain You; how much less this house which I have built! Nevertheless, turn Your attention to the prayer of Your servant and to his plea, Lord, my God, to listen to the cry and to the prayer which Your servant prays before You; that Your eye will be open toward this house day and night, toward the place of which You have said that You would put Your name there, to listen to the prayer which Your servant shall pray toward this place. Listen to the pleadings of Your servant and of Your people Israel when they pray toward this place; hear from Your dwelling place, from heaven; hear and forgive. - 2 Chronicles 6:18-21 (NASB)Is there somewhere God is calling you to humble yourself? Is there something He is calling you to pray into?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Faithful to PrayWhen we pray, we come before God in humility and thanksgiving; desiring that His passion becomes our passion. To be one of His faithful intercessors who does the will of our Father.Two men went up into the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee stood and began praying this in regard to himself: ‘God, I thank You that I am not like other people: swindlers, crooked, adulterers, or even like this tax collector. I fast twice a week; I pay tithes of all that I get.’ But the tax collector, standing some distance away, was even unwilling to raise his eyes toward heaven, but was beating his chest, saying, ‘God, be merciful to me, the sinner!’ - Luke 18:10-13 (NASB)Be faithful to pray as intercessors who are fully alert and giving thanks to God. - Col 4:2 (TPT)What is God calling you to be faithful in prayer for? Allow His passion to become your passion; asking God to show you what to pray into to.Blessing you to rise up and be the effective prayer warrior you truly are.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Ever Praying Ever ExpectingOne day Jesus taught the apostles to keep praying and never stop or lose hope. He shared with them this illustration:“In a certain town there was a judge, a thick-skinned and godless man who had no fear of others’ opinions. And in the same town there was a poor widow who kept pleading with the judge, ‘Grant me justice and protect me from my oppressor!’“He ignored her pleas for quite some time, but she kept asking. Eventually he said to himself, ‘This widow keeps annoying me, demanding her rights, and I’m tired of listening to her. Even though I’m not a religious man, and I don’t care about the opinions of others, I’ll get her off my back by answering her claims for justice and I’ll rule in her favor. Then she’ll leave me alone.’”Jesus continued, “Did you hear what the godless judge said—that he would answer her persistent request? Don’t you know that God, the true judge, will grant justice to all his chosen ones who cry out to him night and day? He will pour out his Spirit upon them. He will not delay to answer you and give you what you ask for. God will give swift justice to those who don’t give up. So be ever praying, ever expecting, in the same way as the widow. Even so, when the Son of Man comes back, will he find this kind of undying faith on earth?” - Luke 18:1-8 (TPT)After leaving the synagogue, Jesus went into the high hills to spend the whole night in prayer to God. - Luke 6:12 (TPT)So Jesus said, “I speak to you eternal truth. The Son is unable to do anything from himself or through his own initiative. I only do the works that I see the Father doing, for the Son does the same works as his Father. - John 5:19 (TPT)TCan you find joy in the midst of continuous prayer? Are you able to enjoy the Lord's company while in prayer?May your eyes be opened wide to what the Father is doing with you and through you as you pray.Submit Your Prayer RequestsOver the course of this series on prayer, we're taking your personal prayer requests in order to enter into prayer together with you. You are encouraged to send your requests to [email protected]. All requests will be kept confidential.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Jesus PraysPrayer is how we release God’s kingdom on Earth, but how should we pray? Thankfully we have an account of Jesus teaching His disciples the answer to this specific question.So Jesus taught them this prayer: “Our heavenly Father, may the glory of your name be the center on which our life turns. May your Holy Spirit come upon us and cleanse us. Manifest your kingdom on earth. And give us our needed bread for the coming day. Forgive our sins as we ourselves release forgiveness to those who have wronged us. And rescue us every time we face tribulations.” - Luke 11:2-4 (TPT)If imperfect parents know how to lovingly take care of their children and give them what they need, how much more will the perfect heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit’s fullness when his children ask him.” - Luke 11:13 (TPT)God desires that His reality in Heaven would become our reality here on Earth. Where is He calling you to pray and release His kingdom on Earth?Submit Your Prayer RequestsOver the course of this series on prayer, we're taking your personal prayer requests in order to enter into prayer together with you. You are encouraged to send your requests to [email protected]. All requests will be kept confidential.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

EasterFrom our home to yours, enjoy this weeks meditation on the resurrection of Jesus. Today is a joyous day to celebrate; for Christ Jesus rose from the dead. We partake in His overcoming death when we fully believe He is who He says He is, the Son of God.Very early Sunday morning, before sunrise, Mary Magdalene made her way to the tomb. And when she arrived she discovered that the stone that sealed the entrance to the tomb was moved away! - John 20:1 (TPT)May you experience eternal life through the power of his mighty name! He is the light of all mankind, and darkness will never overcome it. He is risen.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

TransformationThe moment you accepted Christ as your savior, your old self was transformed into something new and wonderful. Each day we are empowered by the spirit of God to become more like Jesus.Now, if anyone is enfolded into Christ, he has become an entirely new person. All that is related to the old order has vanished. Behold, everything is fresh and new. - 2 Corinthians 5:17 (TPT)We can all draw close to him with the veil removed from our faces. And with no veil we all become like mirrors who brightly reflect the glory of the Lord Jesus. We are being transfigured into his very image as we move from one brighter level of glory to another. And this glorious transfiguration comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit. - 2 Corinthians 3:18 (TPT)My old identity has been co-crucified with Christ and no longer lives. And now the essence of this new life is no longer mine, for the Anointed One lives his life through me—we live in union as one! My new life is empowered by the faith of the Son of God who loves me so much that he gave himself for me, dispensing his life into mine! - Galatians 2:20 (TPT)When you look back at your transformed life, where do you see God’s spirit moving in you? Be encouraged to know He has always been with you and will never give up on you.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Be IntentionalWhat does it look like to be intentional at seeking God’s kingdom? To treat this as the most important thing, even if it means looking different than those around us. So be very careful how you live, not being like those with no understanding, but live honorably with true wisdom, for we are living in evil times. Take full advantage of every day as you spend your life for his purposes. And don’t live foolishly for then you will have discernment to fully understand God’s will. - Ephesians 5:15-17 (TPT)Then the Lord answered me and said, “Write down the vision and inscribe it clearly on tablets, so that one who reads it may run. For the vision is yet for the appointed time; it hurries toward the goal and it will not fail. Though it delays, wait for it; for it will certainly come, it will not delay long. - Habakkuk 2:2-3 (NASB)“So above all, constantly seek God’s kingdom and his righteousness, then all these less important things will be given to you abundantly. - Matthew 6:33 (TPT)God was intentional when He created you. He has a vision for your life. Wait patiently and without ceasing, for His plans and purposes will come to fruition. It’s not a matter of if, it’s a matter of when.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

VictoriousDeath’s sting is no more. Sin’s power is gone. Jesus has conquered the world. He holds the victory over every problem on this planet. We must be courageous as we look to Him to find victory over every circumstance we face.You see, every child of God overcomes the world, for our faith is the victorious power that triumphs over the world. - 1 John 5:4 (TPT)And everything I’ve taught you is so that the peace which is in me will be in you and will give you great confidence as you rest in me. For in this unbelieving world you will experience trouble and sorrows, but you must be courageous, for I have conquered the world!” - John 16:33 (TPT)So death, tell me, where is your victory? Tell me death, where is your sting? It is sin that gives death its sting and the law that gives sin its power. But we thank God for giving us the victory as conquerors through our Lord Jesus, the Anointed One. - 1 Corinthians 15:55-57 (TPT)See yourself in the reflection of God’s eyes. Where is He inviting you to stand in victory today? When we keep our eyes on Jesus, we stand victorious in all things!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

HealJesus healed all who came to Him. “I’ve come to set the captives free” and that freedom includes healing. What testimonies of healing is God bringing into your heart?Fill your thoughts with my words until they penetrate deep into your spirit. Then, as you unwrap my words, they will impart true life and radiant health into the very core of your being. - Proverbs 4:21-22 (TPT)He personally carried our sins in his body on the cross so that we can be dead to sin and live for what is right. By his wounds you are healed. - 1 Peter 2:24 (NLT)Yahweh, you are my soul’s celebration. How could I ever forget the miracles of kindness you’ve done for me? You kissed my heart with forgiveness, in spite of all I’ve done. You’ve healed me inside and out from every disease. You’ve rescued me from hell and saved my life. You’ve crowned me with love and mercy. - Psalm 103:2-4 (TPT)When you read about the healing miracles of Jesus, or hear about the healing miracles of today, what stirs in your heart? What does God want to speak to you about your own thoughts towards healing? Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Holy SimplifyingAre you running the race God has marked out for you, or are you running someone else’s? Let us discover how to navigate life's terrain with God's help; overcoming every challenge that lies before us.Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. - Hebrews 12:1-2 (NIV)“Don’t keep hoarding for yourselves earthly treasures that can be stolen by thieves. Material wealth eventually rusts, decays, and loses its value. Instead, stockpile heavenly treasures for yourselves that cannot be stolen and will never rust, decay, or lose their value. - Matthew 6:19-20 (TPT)But godliness actually is a means of great gain when accompanied by contentment. For we have brought nothing into the world, so we cannot take anything out of it, either. - 1 Timothy 6:6-7 (NASB)If you are on the path God has for you, ask Holy Spirit to show you any areas where you need to simplify, so that your race won’t be so difficult. Allow God’s holy simplification to come as you fix your eyes upon Jesus.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

SurrenderOur society teaches us to glorify self, yet God’s upside down kingdom states those who do so will lose their lives. His will is for us to know that through surrendering our lives to Him, we gain everything in return.Yet still, Yahweh, you are our Father. We are like clay and you are our Potter. Each one of us is the creative, artistic work of your hands. - Isaiah 64:8 (TPT)When you live a life of abandoned love, surrendered before the awe of God, here’s what you’ll experience: Abundant life. Continual protection. And complete satisfaction! - Proverbs 19:23 (TPT)All who seek to live apart from me will lose it all. But those who let go of their lives for my sake and surrender it all to me will discover true life! - Matthew 10:39 (TPT)What is standing in the way of your complete surrender to Christ? Ask Holy Spirit to show you what needs to be laid down. May surrender become a natural response in our everyday lives.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

ExecuteJesus had goals, mainly to do the will the Father. He asked his followers to count the cost and to perform all actions as if they were being done unto the Lord. Where is God calling you to execute the plans and purposes He has for your life today?Then Jesus spoke up and said, “My food is to be doing the will of him who sent me and bring it to completion.” - John 4:34 (TPT)So don’t follow me without considering what it will cost you. For who would construct a house before first sitting down to estimate the cost to complete it? Otherwise he may lay the foundation and not be able to finish. The neighbors will ridicule him, saying, ‘Look at him! He started to build but couldn’t complete it!’ - Luke 14:28-30 (TPT)Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. Remember that the Lord will give you an inheritance as your reward, and that the Master you are serving is Christ. - Colossians 3:23-24 (NLT)How can you take the thing He is asking you to do and do it as if you were serving the Lord? What is one simple step you can do today that moves you closer to what God is asking you accomplish?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

ForwardIf we can agree on the fact life is a journey which God loves to be a part of, then it begs the question, is it better to keep our eyes forward to where He's leading us, or fixed on the past?“Stop dwelling on the past. Don’t even remember these former things. I am doing something brand new, something unheard of. Even now it sprouts and grows and matures. Don’t you perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and open up flowing streams in the desert.” - Isaiah 43:18-19 (TPT)I hear the Lord saying, “I will stay close to you, instructing and guiding you along the pathway for your life. I will advise you along the way and lead you forth with my eyes as your guide. So don’t make it difficult; don’t be stubborn when I take you where you’ve not been before. Don’t make me tug you and pull you along. Just come with me!” - Psalm 32:8-9 (TPT)Now, if anyone is enfolded into Christ, he has become an entirely new creation. All that is related to the old order has vanished. Behold, everything is fresh and new. - 2 Corinthians 5:17 (TPT)Is there somewhere God is nudging you forward? What does the pathway He is leading you on look like from your point of view? What do you think it looks like from His point of view?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

PossibleIs it impossible for God himself to experience impossibilities? A seemingly ridiculous idea, for with our God, everything is possible. Jesus himself even teaches us that we too possess the ability to overcome all things through faith. It is because of Him, and through Him, all things are possible to those who believe.He told them, “It was because of your lack of faith. I promise you, if you have faith inside of you no bigger than the size of a small mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move away from here and go over there,’ and you will see it move! There is nothing you couldn’t do! - Matthew 17:20 (TPT)Jesus responded, “What appears humanly impossible is more than possible with God. For God can do what man cannot.” - Luke 18:27 (TPT)I know what it means to lack, and I know what it means to experience overwhelming abundance. For I’m trained in the secret of overcoming all things, whether in fullness or in hunger. And I find that the strength of Christ’s explosive power infuses me to conquer every difficulty. - Philippians 4:13 (TPT)Set your mind on Christ, as He takes your hand and leads you into new levels of faith. May you begin to believe His promises that all things are possible, even with faith as small as a mustard seed.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Dare to BelieveBelieve is a verb. It’s not a noun, nor is it an adjective. It’s a word of action. Do you dare to act (believe) on the truth of God’s goodness and faithfulness? This week we focus on three instances of Jesus teaching us what is ours when we choose to believe.As Jesus left the house, two blind men began following him, shouting out over and over, “Son of David, show us mercy and heal us!” And they followed him right into the house where Jesus was staying. So Jesus asked them, “Do you believe that I have the power to restore sight to your eyes?” They replied, “Yes Lord, we believe!” Then Jesus put his hands over their eyes and said, “You will have what your faith expects!” - Matthew 9:27-29 (TPT)When the woman who experienced this miracle realized what had happened to her, she came before him, trembling with fear, and threw herself down at his feet, saying, “I was the one who touched you.” And she told him her story of what had just happened. Then Jesus said to her, “Daughter, because you dared to believe, your faith has healed you. Go with peace in your heart, and be free from your suffering!” - Mark 5:33-34 (TPT)Jesus said to him, “What do you mean ‘if’? If you are able to believe, all things are possible to the believer.” - Mark 9:23 (TPT)Just as the father of the possessed boy begged Jesus to “help my little faith!”, where do you need to ask Jesus to increase your capacity to believe? To take Jesus for His word when He says “If you are able to believe, all things are possible to the believer.”Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

DelightGod takes great pleasure in you. His delight is ours as well. We cannot help but be filled with comfort and peace when the Creator looks upon His created work, taking delight in us. We are worthy, because He is worthy. We are loved, because He is love. Let the delight of the Lord fill you today.Whenever my busy thoughts were out of control, the soothing comfort of your presence calmed me down and overwhelmed me with delight. - Psalm 94:19 (TPT)Your commandments are my counselors; your word is my light and delight! - Psalm 119:24 (TPT)His love broke open the way and he brought me into a beautiful broad place. He rescued me—because his delight is in me! - Psalm 18:19 (TPT)Invite the soothing presence of God to come and refresh your soul. May you discover joy for the word of God and for His ways. Be filled with peace in knowing you are the source of His delight!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

GratitudeWhat is your story? What is your song? How can we choose to be grateful in the midst of hard things? Let the Holy Spirit remind you of His faithful love that never ends.And in the midst of everything be always giving thanks, for this is God’s perfect plan for you in Christ Jesus. - 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (TPT)Let everyone give all their praise and thanks to the Lord! Here’s why—he’s better than anyone could ever imagine. Yes, he’s always loving and kind, and his faithful love never ends. - Psalm 107:1 (TPT)Sing your story of miracles with a joyful song. May gratitude rise in every area of your life.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

TriumphWe are triumphant, not on our own accord, but through the mighty promises of God. The victorious power that triumphs over the world is made manifest in the life of Jesus. Trust in Him.But in the day that I’m afraid, I lay all my fears before you and trust in you with all my heart. What harm could a man bring to me? With God on my side I will not be afraid of what comes. The roaring praises of God fill my heart, and I will always triumph as I trust his promises. - Psalm 56:3-4 (TPT)The God of passionate love will meet with me. My God will empower me to rise in triumph over my foes. - Psalm 59:10 (TPT)True love for God means obeying his commands, and his commands don’t weigh us down as heavy burdens. You see, every child of God overcomes the world, for our faith is the victorious power that triumphs over the world. - 1 John 5:3-4 (TPT)Will you allow the triumphant spirit of Christ to rise up within you?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Tremendous LoveFor those who are grieving this season, may the reality of Jesus surround you. It is only because of His love, that we ourselves can love one another.The light of God’s love shined within us when he sent his matchless Son into the world so that we might live through him. This is love: He loved us long before we loved him. It was his love, not ours. He proved it by sending his Son to be the pleasing sacrificial offering to take away our sins.Delightfully loved ones, if he loved us with such tremendous love, then “loving one another” should be our way of life! - 1 John 4:9-11 (TPT)What does it look like for you to receive God’s selfless love today? Blessing you to experience the love of Jesus.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Limitless JoyMay you find true joy this season, for there is good news! A rescuer was born for you.Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared in radiant splendor before them, lighting up the field with the blazing glory of God, and the shepherds were terrified! But the angel reassured them, saying, “Don’t be afraid. For I have come to bring you good news, the most joyous news the world has ever heard! And it is for everyone everywhere! For today in Bethlehem a rescuer was born for you. He is the Lord Yahweh, the Messiah. You will recognize him by this miracle sign: You will find a baby wrapped in strips of cloth and lying in a feeding trough!” - Luke 2:9-11 (TPT)My beloved ones, don’t ever limit your joy or fail to rejoice in the wonderful experience of knowing our Lord Jesus! I don’t mind repeating what I’ve already written you because it protects you— - Philippians 3:1 (TPT)Be cheerful with joyous celebration in every season of life. Let joy overflow, for you are united with the Anointed One! - Philippians 4:4 (TPT)Where do you need to choose to be joyful today? What can you celebrate in your life?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Shalom With No EndAny amount of peace offered by the world is fleeting and fragile. If you are looking for an everlasting source of unshakeable peace, look no further than God.“I leave the gift of peace with you—my peace. Not the kind of fragile peace given by the world, but my perfect peace. Don’t yield to fear or be troubled in your hearts—instead, be courageous! - John 14:27 (TPT)For God is satisfied to have all his fullness dwelling in Christ. And by the blood of his cross, everything in heaven and earth is brought back to himself—back to its original intent, restored to innocence again! - Colossians 1:19-20 (TPT)The Lord bless you, and keep you; the Lord make His face shine on you, and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up His countenance on you, and give you peace.’ - Numbers 6:24-26 (NASB 1995)May you experience the shalom of God; everlasting and fully satisfying. Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Your Word Brings Me HopeJesus is our hope. The truth is, no matter our circumstances we can place our trust in Him who is trustworthy.Now may God, the inspiration and fountain of hope, fill you to overflowing with uncontainable joy and perfect peace as you trust in him. And may the power of the Holy Spirit continually surround your life with his super-abundance until you radiate with hope! - Romans 15:13 (TPT)This is why I wait upon you, expecting your breakthrough, for your word brings me hope.I long for you more than any watchman would long for the morning light. I will watch and wait for you, O God, throughout the night.O Israel, keep hoping, keep trusting, and keep waiting on the Lord, for he is tenderhearted, kind, and forgiving.He has a thousand ways to set you free! He himself will redeem you; he will ransom you from the cruel slavery of your sins!- Psalm 130:5-8 (TPT)Do you believe in His promises? Do you believe He will come and make the wrong things right? Place your trust in Jesus, the one who fills us with hope.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Joined to JesusOur Greatest TreasureJust as a painting could never take credit for its own existence, we cannot take credit for our own salvation. This is a gift from our heavenly Father, who has a divine plan and purpose for each of us. For it was only through this wonderful grace that we believed in him. Nothing we did could ever earn this salvation, for it was the gracious gift from God that brought us to Christ! So no one will ever be able to boast, for salvation is never a reward for good works or human striving.We have become his poetry, a re-created people that will fulfill the destiny he has given each of us, for we are joined to Jesus, the Anointed One. Even before we were born, God planned in advance our destiny and the good works we would do to fulfill it! - Ephesians 2:8-10 (TPT)As you sit and meditate on this wonderful gift of salvation, knowing it could neither be bought or earned, how does this change your perception of who you are?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

As OneOur Greatest TreasureWhen God raised Jesus from the dead, we were raised with Him. No longer dead to sin and no longer slaves, each of us through faith is co-seated as one with Christ.He raised us up with Christ the exalted One, and we ascended with him into the glorious perfection and authority of the heavenly realm, for we are now co-seated as one with Christ! Throughout the coming ages we will be the visible display of the infinite, limitless riches of his grace and kindness, which was showered upon us in Jesus Christ. - Ephesians 2:6-7 (TPT)As you sit with this image, what feelings stir within you? Bring them before God.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

And His Fullness Fills YouOur Greatest TreasureThrough God’s grace, even though we deserve not a single ounce of it, we are now united with Christ. Free men and women who were once slaves in our own sin. What a wonderful love God has.And his fullness fills you, even though you were once like corpses, dead in your sins and offenses. It wasn’t that long ago that you lived in the religion, customs, and values of this world, obeying the dark ruler of the earthly realm who fills the atmosphere with his authority, and works diligently in the hearts of those who are disobedient to the truth of God. The corruption that was in us from birth was expressed through the deeds and desires of our self - life. We lived by whatever natural cravings and thoughts our minds dictated, living as rebellious children subject to God’s wrath like everyone else.But God still loved us with such great love. He is so rich in compassion and mercy. Even when we were dead and doomed in our many sins, he united us into the very life of Christ and saved us by his wonderful grace! - Ephesians 2:1-5 (TPT)When you meditate on this new life you have because of Christ, what feelings stir within you? Joy, repentance, humility… all of the above? As followers of Christ, every breath we take is taken not as a slave, but as a free son or daughter of the King!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

We His ChurchOur Greatest TreasureJesus has been given the highest rank above all, and we get to co-reign with Him as His body, the church. How will we draw closer to Him today? To not only co-reign, to co-create; being a living advertisement of the power of God.And he alone is the leader and source of everything needed in the church. God has put everything beneath the authority of Jesus Christ and has given him the highest rank above all others. And now we, his church, are his body on the earth and that which fills him who is being filled by it! - Ephesians 1:22-23 (TPT)We bless you to be filled with the reality and truth of Ephesians 1. To know God chose you before the creation of the universe. To know His grace is already working in you. To know His supreme authority and your inheritance.May you be a living advertisement of who God says you are and who He is. Amen!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Immeasurable GreatnessOur Greatest TreasureWhat would your life look like if God’s immense power worked through you? The same power which raised Christ from the dead is readily available to you through faith.I pray that you will continually experience the immeasurable greatness of God’s power made available to you through faith. Then your lives will be an advertisement of this immense power as it works through you! This is the mighty power that was released when God raised Christ from the dead and exalted him to the place of highest honor and supreme authority in the heavenly realm! And now he is exalted as first above every ruler, authority, government, and realm of power in existence! He is gloriously enthroned over every name that is ever praised, not only in this age, but in the age that is coming! - Ephesians 1:19-21 (TPT)May those around you experience the awe and wonder of God’s love, demonstrated through you.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Deepening IntimacyOur Greatest TreasureOver the last nine weeks, we’ve been reflecting on God being our greatest treasure. If you believe this, then it stands to reason coming to know Him is the greatest reward we can ever attain in life.Because of this, since I first heard about your strong faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and your tender love toward all his devoted ones, my heart is always full and overflowing with thanks to God for you as I constantly remember you in my prayers. I pray that the Father of glory, the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, would impart to you the riches of the Spirit of wisdom and the Spirit of revelation to know him through your deepening intimacy with him. - Ephesians 1:15-17 (TPT)What does it look like for you to walk in a deeper level of intimacy with Jesus? How does Jesus want to reveal himself to you in this season?Blessing you this week to find clarity in these answers.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Stamped with a SealOur Greatest TreasureThrough Jesus, we have been given the precious gift of the Holy Spirit; the first installment of complete freedom which is our inheritance in Christ. God has placed His seal upon our heart, that our life would bring honor and glory to Him.God’s purpose was that we Jews, who were the first to long for the messianic hope, would be the first to believe in the Anointed One and bring great praise and glory to God!And because of him, when you who are not Jews heard the revelation of truth, you believed in the wonderful news of salvation. Now we have been stamped with the seal of the promised Holy Spirit.He is given to us like an engagement ring is given to a bride, as the first installment of what’s coming! He is our hope-promise of a future inheritance which seals us until we have all of redemption’s promises and experience complete freedom—all for the supreme glory and honor of God! - Ephesians 1:12-14 (TPT)What are the redemption promises God has given you? Will you say “yes” to His invitation today? May you partner with Him to fulfill all the plans and purposes He has for your life.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Claimed By GodOur Greatest TreasureEven before you were born, you have always belonged as part of His family. What does it it mean for you to be God’s own inheritance?Through our union with Christ we too have been claimed by God as his own inheritance. Before we were even born, he gave us our destiny; that we would fulfill the plan of God who always accomplishes every purpose and plan in his heart. - Ephesians 1:11 (TPT)Just as the scripture above says God “always accomplishes every purpose and plan in his heart”, ask Him to show you the plans He has in his heart for you.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

You are a Part of the PlanOur Greatest TreasureJesus is the promise of our future inheritance. When God sent his only son to us, His desires along with the outcome of His grand plan were revealed to us. We each have a part to play in this master plan, and to gain wisdom as to what part is uniquely ours is fulfilling and rewarding.And through the revelation of the Anointed One, he unveiled his secret desires to us—the hidden mystery of his long-range plan, which he was delighted to implement from the very beginning of time. And because of God’s unfailing purpose, this detailed plan will reign supreme through every period of time until the fulfillment of all the ages finally reaches its climax—when God makes all things new in all of heaven and earth through Jesus Christ. - Ephesians 1:9-10 (TPT)Which part do you have to play? Ask Holy Spirit to show you where you fit into God’s great plan. Blessing you to find fulfillment, identity, and peace as you move into greater revelations of your immense value to all around you.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Working in UsOur Greatest TreasureYou have been given the treasures of redemption by His blood. Completely set free of all sin by His grace alone. He truly is the greatest treasure.Since we are now joined to Christ, we have been given the treasures of redemption by his blood—the total cancellation of our sins—all because of the cascading riches of his grace. This superabundant grace is already powerfully working in us, releasing within us all forms of wisdom and practical understanding. - Ephesians 1:7-8 (TPT)I am joined to Christ. What begins to stir within you when you know you are joined to Christ?How is this superabundant grace working powerfully within you in this season?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

His Delightful ChildrenOur Greatest TreasureGod’s plans are perfect; He makes no mistakes. So when it comes to our adoption as His children, God has planned this moment before the worlds were even created. Your story, my story, our story is one of perfection.For it was always in his perfect plan to adopt us as his delightful children, through our union with Jesus, the Anointed One, so that his tremendous love that cascades over us would glorify his grace—for the same love he has for his Beloved One, Jesus, he has for us. And this unfolding plan brings him great pleasure! - Ephesians 1:5-6 (TPT)Can you feel God’s love, constantly tugging at you like gravity? Always there, whether we pay attention to it or not.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

You Are HolyOur Greatest TreasureHe who has everything and needs nothing chose you before the creation of everything. You are special and mean more to Him than all the stars in the sky. His love stops at nothing in His pursuit of you, and when He looks at you He sees a perfect holiness.And he chose us to be his very own, joining us to himself even before he laid the foundation of the universe! Because of his great love, he ordained us, so that we would be seen as holy in his eyes with an unstained innocence. - Ephesians 1:4 (TPT)God is pouring His love over you today. Bask in the warmth of His joy for you.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Every Spiritual BlessingOur Greatest TreasureWe are wrapped into Christ; clothed in His glory. Could there be anything more amazing than this worth celebrating? Blessing you this week as we meditate on the fact God lavishes us with every spiritual blessing from Heaven.Every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realm has already been lavished upon us as a love gift from our wonderful heavenly Father, the Father of our Lord Jesus—all because he sees us wrapped into Christ. This is why we celebrate him with all our hearts! - Ephesians 1:3 (TPT)What has God already given to you through Jesus that you are trying to get on your own, or that you didn’t know is available? Ask the Holy Spirit to show you.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Chosen by GodOur Greatest TreasureWhat does life look like when we walk with heads held high, confident in knowing who we truly are? Apostles of Jesus, holy and set apart by God. A chosen people who are light bearers in the darkness. Victorious warriors who have come to set captives free.Dear friends,My name is Paul, and I was chosen by God to be an apostle of Jesus, the Messiah. I’m writing this letter to all the devoted believers who have been made holy by being one with Jesus, the Anointed One.May God himself, the heavenly Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, release grace over you and impart total well-being into your lives. - Ephesians 1:1-2 (TPT)Blessing you to gain clarity into who God has created you to be. You are truly amazing!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Becoming Like JesusOur Greatest TreasureThe more we’re around people we admire and like, the more we become like them. The same is true of God, the more time we spend with Him the more we become like Him. Not just knowing about Him and striving to be like Him. It is about encountering Him.Be imitators of God in everything you do, for then you will represent your Father as his beloved sons and daughters. And continue to walk surrendered to the extravagant love of Christ, for he surrendered his life as a sacrifice for us. His great love for us was pleasing to God, like an aroma of adoration—a sweet healing fragrance. - Ephesians 5:1-2 (TPT)Therefore become imitators of God [copy Him and follow His example], as well-beloved children [imitate their father]; and walk continually in love [that is, value one another—practice empathy and compassion, unselfishly seeking the best for others], just as Christ also loved you and gave Himself up for us, an offering and sacrifice to God [slain for you, so that it became] a sweet fragrance. - Ephesians 5:1-2 (AMP)How is God calling you to imitate Him today? You are created to be like Him.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

The Path That Brings Me Back to YouYou Get MeThere can be immense comfort in realizing God knows everything about us. There’s a deeper layer to discover and experience once we arrive at this point. God doesn’t just know everything about us, He is forever guiding us down a path that leads us right into His arms.He’s crazy about us. He’s madly in love with us. You are worth being pursued by the One and Only Creator of everything. Can you see the path leading back to Him?God, I invite your searching gaze into my heart. Examine me through and through; find out everything that may be hidden within me. Put me to the test and sift through all my anxious cares. See if there is any path of pain I’m walking on, and lead me back to your glorious, everlasting ways—the path that brings me back to you. - Psalm 139:23-24 (TPT)Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

God Knows Your HeartYou Get MeEven in the midst of despair and anger, God is still there and He knows your heart. We experience these feelings because God created them. There is nothing to be ashamed of as we process through them, and oftentimes, when we process through them with God, He has a glorious answer waiting for us on the other side.O God, come and slay these bloodthirsty, murderous men! For I cry out, “Depart from me, you wicked ones!” See how they blaspheme your sacred name and lift up themselves against you, but all in vain! Lord, can’t you see how I despise those who despise you? For I grieve when I see them rise up against you. I have nothing but complete hatred and disgust for them. Your enemies shall be my enemies! - Psalm 139:19-22 (TPT)Is there something causing grief or anger in your life right now? What happens when you work through these feelings alongside God? Is there a perspective shift?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

You Are Thinking of MeYou Get MeAs you awake each morning, is God the first thing on your mind? If you’re like me, probably not. I try, finding success only after several random thoughts crossed my brain. Not so for God! His thoughts are constantly towards you, always and forever.Every single moment you are thinking of me! How precious and wonderful to consider that you cherish me constantly in your every thought! O God, your desires toward me are more than the grains of sand on every shore! When I awake each morning, you’re still with me. - Psalm 139:17-18 (TPT)If you were sitting across the table from God at your favorite coffee shop or restaurant, and you asked Him what He thinks of you, what would He say?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

You Created MeYou Get MeHold your hand out in front of you. Each of the 27 bones in there were carefully planned and skillfully created By God. This holds true for all the remaining bones in your body and everything else. This week we meditate on our design and creation. How intricate and detailed we are. God knew all about us before we ever took our first breath. How amazing!You even formed every bone in my body when you created me in the secret place, carefully, skillfully shaping me from nothing to something. You saw who you created me to be before I became me! Before I’d ever seen the light of day, the number of days you planned for me were already recorded in your book. - Psalm 139:15-16 (TPT)  What do you experience as you meditate on God so carefully creating every aspect of you?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Marvelously BreathtakingYou Get MeWhat is the most intricate and complex thing in the universe? Some say supercomputers, others say the stars and planets themselves. We say YOU! God formed every facet of us; spirit, soul, and body modeled after His own image. How well do you think the Creator knows His created? Oh, to be so loved and intimately known!You formed my innermost being, shaping my delicate inside and my intricate outside, and wove them all together in my mother’s womb. I thank you, God, for making me so mysteriously complex! Everything you do is marvelously breathtaking. It simply amazes me to think about it! How thoroughly you know me, Lord! - Psalm 139:13-14 (TPT)Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Your Presence is EverywhereYou Get MeAs a child, I used to get scared of the dark. Looking back, why is that and who/what ever taught us to fear the darkness? For God, dark is no different than light. He is everywhere and in it all the same. What does life look like when we grab hold of the fact God's presence is everywhere?If I say, “Surely the darkness will overwhelm me, and the light around me will be night,” Even the darkness is not dark to You, and the night is as bright as the day. Darkness and light are alike to You. - Psalm 139:11-12 (NASB)How does God show up for you in the darkness of life?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Wherever I GoYou Get Me“Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” Maybe you’ve heard this before. This attribute of God isn’t just a feel good statement meant to encourage us. It is a statement of fact, just as if I were to say the sun will rise tomorrow unless God wills otherwise.There is not a single place where God is not with us. No matter where we go, or where we presently are, He is with us. For some this may strike fear and horror, for others immense joy and comfort. With His hand upon our lives, it is He who strengthens us for the journey set before us. What an honor!Where could I go from your Spirit? Where could I run and hide from your face? If I go up to heaven, you’re there! If I go down to the realm of the dead, you’re there too! If I fly with wings into the shining dawn, you’re there! If I fly into the radiant sunset, you’re there waiting! Wherever I go, your hand will guide me; your strength will empower me. - Psalm 139:7-10 (TPT)Where do you see God at work in your life? What feelings arise from knowing He is with you wherever you go?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

You Understand MeYou Get MeGod’s love for us often defies comprehension. For instance, He occupies the entire timeline of our lives, establishing a safe path in our future while guarding us from our past mistakes. It’s the type of love that makes it easy to say “God is with me and He is for me.”You’ve gone into my future to prepare the way, and in kindness you follow behind me to spare me from the harm of my past. With your hand of love upon my life, you impart a blessing to me. This is just too wonderful, deep, and incomprehensible! Your understanding of me brings me wonder and strength. - Psalm 139:5-6 (TPT)As you begin to understand God's goodness more intimately, what feelings or sensations do you experience?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Intimately AwareYou Get MeGod sees us for who we really are. The Bible even describes Him as reading our heart like an open book. When our hearts are laid bare before Him, with all motives and intentions revealed, we are able to enter into a full relationship with Him. With nothing hidden, we come before Him in complete vulnerability as our authentic selves.You are so intimately aware of me, Lord. You read my heart like an open book and you know all the words I’m about to speak before I even start a sentence! You know every step I will take before my journey even begins. - Psalm 139:3-4 (TPT)How is God showing love to you as you lay your heart open before Him?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Known and UnderstoodYou Get MeGod is the author and perfecter of our lives. He knows us better than we know ourselves. Looking to Him for our identity, our purpose, our strength, is the only way to truly discover ourselves. Psalm 139 is so rich with the awe and wonder of God’s complete and intimate knowledge of each and every one of us. We’re looking forward to camping out here for the next little while, and in the process discovering not only how amazing He is, but how amazing we are!Lord, you know everything there is to know about me. You perceive every movement of my heart and soul, and you understand my every thought before it even enters my mind. - Psalm 139:1-2 (TPT)Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Don't Yield to FearFear NotEverything God gives strengthens, empowers, emboldens, and uplifts. Anything from the enemy tears down, destroys, diminishes, and devalues. The Holy Spirit fills us each and every day with the power of love, and you know what love does? It casts out all fear. It would almost seem as if God had a master plan behind all this. A secret weapon of sorts. Something for us to grab hold of and overcome anything standing in our path… especially fear!For God will never give you the spirit of fear, but the Holy Spirit who gives you mighty power, love, and self-control. - 2 Timothy 1:7 (TPT)When they all saw him walking on the waves, they thought he was a ghost and screamed out in terror. But he said to them at once, “Don’t yield to fear. Have courage. It’s really me—I Am!” - Mark 6:50 (TPT)Refuse to worry about tomorrow, but deal with each challenge that comes your way, one day at a time. Tomorrow will take care of itself.” - Matthew 6:34 (TPT)Blessing you to be bold, courageous, and fearless as you walk hand in hand with Christ.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

I Will Be With YouFear Not SeriesOh to fully comprehend the reality that God is with us and calls us by name. He holds us close as we walk through life’s fires, keeping us completely safe from harm. This is the truth, no matter what distorted reality the enemy attempts to show you.But now, thus says the Lord, your Creator, O Jacob, and He who formed you, O Israel, “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name; you are Mine! When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they will not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched, nor will the flame burn you.” - Isaiah 43:1-2 (NASB)Is there a fire in your life you need to walk through? The flames will not consume you, as He walks along side you, keeping you safe from harm.What hinderances does God want to remove from your life today? Will you allow Him to guide you through the fire?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Trust in God With All Your HeartFear Not When we’re able to completely trust in God, all fear vanishes before us. His presence provides the peace and confidence needed to weather any storm. Will you trust Him with your life?But in the day that I’m afraid, I lay all my fears before you and trust in you with all my heart. What harm could a man bring to me? With God on my side I will not be afraid of what comes. The roaring praises of God fill my heart, and I will always triumph as I trust his promises. - Psalm 56:3-4 (TPT)But when I am afraid, I will put my trust in you. I praise God for what he has promised. I trust in God, so why should I be afraid? What can mere mortals do to me? - Psalm 56:3-4 (NLT)When I am afraid, I will put my trust in You. In God, whose word I praise, In God I have put my trust; I shall not be afraid. What can mere man do to me? - Psalm 56:3-4 (NASB)Even though I walk through the [sunless] valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod [to protect] and Your staff [to guide], they comfort and console me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You have anointed and refreshed my head with oil; My cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy and unfailing love shall follow me all the days of my life, And I shall dwell forever [throughout all my days] in the house and in the presence of the Lord. - Psalm 23:4-6 (AMP)Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

From Anxiety to DelightFear NotSome time ago, the tagline for Cultivate Connection began with “Most people are stressed and struggle to connect with God.” That stressed part has since been removed, but it’s not to say stress no longer exists. Each of us has likely experienced stress at one point or another in our lives.We can turn to many things in our attempt to reduce stress; food, alcohol, television, sports, hobbies, etc. While some of these are better than others, there’s only one thing, one person actually, who brings peace to any storm you may be facing. That person is God.Whenever my busy thoughts were out of control, the soothing comfort of your presence calmed me down and overwhelmed me with delight. - Psalm 94:19 (TPT)Anxious fear brings depression, but a life-giving word of encouragement can do wonders to restore joy to the heart. - Proverbs 12:25 (TPT)How do you connect with God when you’re feeling anxious? What is that experience like? We hope this episode provides the encouragement you need to turn to Him the next time you see a storm brewing on the horizon.Blessings and peace to you!Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Love Expels FearFear NotOur love grows more perfect because love expels fear. Not our love, but God’s love. This is a place free from fear of competition, fear of being hurt, fear of not being known, fear of not enough. In the presence of God’s perfect love those things disappear like a fleeting vapor.We pray that you would step into the river of God’s love and begin to overflow. That your love would not come from a place of striving, but from a place of rest. May the love others feel when they are with you be the same love that Jesus exuded everywhere He went.And as we live in God, our love grows more perfect. So we will not be afraid on the day of judgment, but we can face him with confidence because we live like Jesus here in this world.Such love has no fear, because perfect love expels all fear. If we are afraid, it is for fear of punishment, and this shows that we have not fully experienced his perfect love. We love each other because he loved us first.If someone says, “I love God,” but hates a fellow believer, that person is a liar; for if we don’t love people we can see, how can we love God, whom we cannot see? And he has given us this command: Those who love God must also love their fellow believers. - 1 John 4:17-21 (NLT)Jesus always welcomes you. Be welcomed today as you come before Him. Let go of everything that hinders love as you rest in the comfort of His presence, experiencing His perfect love.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

His Love Sets Us FreeFear NotYou have the spirit of the living God within you. He who humbled Himself and became a man, the savior of the world, has moved in with you.It is important for us to continuously come back to this space of connection with Him. To dwell on the fact He lives in you and you live in Him. For those who live in Christ live in love. Not just any love, His love. A love that’s greater than any fear.And God has given us his Spirit as proof that we live in him and he in us. Furthermore, we have seen with our own eyes and now testify that the Father sent his Son to be the Savior of the world. All who declare that Jesus is the Son of God have God living in them, and they live in God. We know how much God loves us, and we have put our trust in his love.God is love, and all who live in love live in God, and God lives in them. - 1 John 4:13-16 (NLT)How will you connect with Him today? Not just here on this meditation, but throughout the day. Maybe it’s out for a walk, or maybe it’s while doing the dishes. Wherever it is and whatever it looks like, He’s waiting for you.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Love Fully ExpressedFear NotImagine, God’s love fully expressed in us and through us! What does that even look like? Now, more than ever, we have an immense gift… a “get to” of sorts, to demonstrate the love of God to ourselves and those around us. When the time comes to reflect back on these days, what will have been our response? To love of course!Delightfully loved ones, if he loved us with such tremendous love, then “loving one another” should be our way of life! No one has ever gazed upon the fullness of God’s splendor. But if we love one another, God makes his permanent home in us, and we make our permanent home in him, and his love is brought to its full expression in us. - 1 John 4:11-12 (TPT)Dear friends, let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God. Anyone who loves is a child of God and knows God. But anyone who does not love does not know God, for God is love.God showed how much he loved us by sending his one and only Son into the world so that we might have eternal life through him. This is real love—not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins.Dear friends, since God loved us that much, we surely ought to love each other. No one has ever seen God. But if we love each other, God lives in us, and his love is brought to full expression in us. - 1 John 4:7-12 (NLT)Has your life been more consumed with love or fear these last few weeks? Fear trembles and hides at the first sign of His perfect love. Darkness cannot exist in the presence of light.How is God wanting you to experience His love today? What does that look like for you? Where is He drawing you closer to Him each and every day?Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

This is Real LoveFear NotSome say love is a verb, as it bears fruit through words and deeds. Yet, there is something more to it. Mere words and deeds can be empty and meaningless without a heart of love behind them. So how do we love authentically?We believe Jesus is the answer to that question. Not only does He demonstrate the heart of the father, His sacrifice paved the way for us to have direct access to the spirit of the living God within us, filling us with His love to pour out into this world… just like Jesus did.Dear friends, let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God. Anyone who loves is a child of God and knows God. But anyone who does not love does not know God, for God is love. God showed how much he loved us by sending his one and only Son into the world so that we might have eternal life through him. This is real love—not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins. - 1 John 4:7-10 (NLT)What does it look like in this season to love one another? Can you see God’s love filling your entire body until it overflows to those around you?Let the love of his salvation completely fill you today, and every day as you connect with Christ. Blessing you to encounter the love of God in ways that you never have before.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

I Am With YouFear NotIn this series titled ‘Fear Not’ we’re faced with the question of how to walk without fear. Perhaps it is the simplest answer in which the key is hidden away in the depths of faith.In this journey to overcome fear there is a mountain of safety before us. The only thing separating us is a small creek; small enough to leap over. Will you take that leap today? The leap of faith in knowing God is not only there to catch you, He wants to hold your hand while you cross over. What awaits on the other side is rest, in His arms.But as for you, Israel my servant, Jacob my chosen one, descended from Abraham my friend, I have called you back from the ends of the earth, saying, “You are my servant.” For I have chosen you and will not throw you away. Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand. - Isaiah 41:8-10 (NLT)For I hold you by your right hand — I, the Lord your God. And I say to you, “Don’t be afraid. I am here to help you. Though you are a lowly worm, O Jacob, don’t be afraid, people of Israel, for I will help you. I am the Lord, your Redeemer. I am the Holy One of Israel.” - Isaiah 41:13-14 (NLT)God is speaking to you today. You are God’s chosen one. Where is He calling you back from?Where do you need to remember God is who He says He is? Spend time with Him in this place today.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

April 2Trust in My NameIt’s easy to get caught up in fear or in the vibrations of anxiety around us. It’s also perfectly normal to take on burdens, or have stress enter into our lives during these unprecedented times. In the end, it’s how we respond to it that really matters.What is your current state that you’re living in during these difficult times? What vibrations are you picking up on? Are you resonating peace? Can you confess these feelings to the Lord? Last week, in our email, we spoke about King David’s beautiful ability to do this and how it always leads us into God’s presence.The Lord says, “I will rescue those who love me. I will protect those who trust in my name. When they call on me, I will answer; I will be with them in trouble. I will rescue and honor them. I will reward them with a long life and give them my salvation.” - Psalm 91:14-16 (NLT)As we take little breaks today, may we draw nearer to Jesus. Our prayer is that we will see the amazing opportunity we have right now to be a light in the darkness.Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Do Not Be AfraidFear NotRight now, each and every person on the planet needs Jesus more than ever. In the midst of tragedy all around us, who or what are we looking to for our refuge and shelter?David, in the midst of his own tragic times, was always able to express his grief and then worship afterwards. Whether it is a loss of income, sickness, or even death of a loved one, processing our grief is healthy and normal. But in doing so, we need to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus.Through it all, the hardship and struggle, worship will always be the response when we see Jesus rightly. He is here and He is with us during these times. Once we’re able to see Him in it all, we can’t help but NOT worship. He is just too beautiful, too lovely, too powerful, too almighty to have any other response than to worship Him.This week and this season, lay down anything preventing you from coming into that place of worship. Do not be afraid to allow God’s conviction to show you where your gaze is misplaced. He always convicts to set you free. His lovingkindness has no limits.As you meditate on this weeks scripture, may it root you in a greater awareness of your safety and security in Christ.Do not be afraid of the terrors of the night, nor the arrow that flies in the day. Do not dread the disease that stalks in darkness, nor the disaster that strikes at midday. Though a thousand fall at your side, though ten thousand are dying around you, these evils will not touch you. Just open your eyes, and see how the wicked are punished. - Psalm 91:5-8 (NLT)If you make the Lord your refuge, if you make the Most High your shelter, no evil will conquer you; no plague will come near your home. For he will order his angels to protect you wherever you go. They will hold you up with their hands so you won’t even hurt your foot on a stone. You will trample upon lions and cobras; you will crush fierce lions and serpents under your feet! - Psalm 91:9-13 (NLT)Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

God Alone is My RefugeFear NotWhat not a better time than now to introduce a new series, and what not a better title than Fear Not?As Christians we have the privilege of being a light into the world, bringing peace into any and every situation we encounter. With so much opportunity for fear and panic at our doorstep right now, there is also the opportunity to calm many storms. Whether it is in your workplace, your grocery store, or under your own roof, you carry God’s peace within yourself just waiting to be released.Jesus demonstrated how we are to face all storms - from a posture of rest. There is a quote by Bill Johnson which we quite enjoy, and is so appropriate for this current season:“You have authority over any storm you can sleep in.” - Bill JohnsonWhen life is uncertain, we can be sure that God is with us and He is for us. He is the God who never changes; the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow.Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty. This I declare about the Lord: He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; he is my God, and I trust him. For he will rescue you from every trap and protect you from deadly disease. He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection. - Psalm 91:1-4 (NLT)What does it look like to live under the shadow of His wings?Is there anything hindering you from entering this place of rest? Ask Holy Spirit. If there is something, what is He asking you to do with it?We bless you this week to know the tangible peace of God. To be a light in your community. To be able to say and wholeheartedly believe “I trust my God. He keeps me safe.”Thank You!Becoming a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

ClarityYour Words for 2020Welcome to this week’s word, Clarity. If there is one universal thing we can all agree on, it’s that no one enjoys being confused. We crave clarity and thrive when there are clear instructions given. The best part, God is clear in His commands to us.He delights in us when we follow in His footsteps, and when we ask for His help in doing so He teaches us what is good and leads us along paths that bring life.Using three scriptures to highlight this, as you meditate on them ask yourself if God’s desires for you seem clear or confusing. Invite Him in to bring clarity where needed.The steps of the God-pursuing ones follow firmly in the footsteps of the Lord, and God delights in every step they take to follow him. - Psalm 37: 23 (TPT)Teach me, Lord, the way of your decrees, that I may follow it to the end.Give me understanding, so that I may keep your law and obey it with all my heart.Direct me in the path of your commands, for there I find delight.Turn my heart toward your statutes and not toward selfish gain.Turn my eyes away from worthless things; preserve my life according to your word.Fulfill your promise to your servant, so that you may be feared. - Psalm 119:33-38 (NIV)This is what the Lord says—your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: “I am the Lord your God, who teaches you what is good for you and leads you along the paths you should follow…” - Isaiah 48:17 (NLT)Blessing you to know He WILL guide your steps when you seek to follow Him.Thank You!Become a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

YieldingYour Words for 2020This weeks word is from our contest winner, Travis, who got the opportunity to choose this week’s word, Yielding.As you yield freely and fully to the dynamic life and power of the Holy Spirit, you will abandon the cravings of your self - life. - Galatians 5:16 (TPT)What are you yielding to today? Is it to the cravings of your self - life, or is it to the power of the Holy Spirit within you?This yielding is a process, each and every day. The more we turn our attention to Jesus, every problem that seems big, begins to get smaller as we focus on Him.So… are you willing to take God’s hand and trust Him? To yield completely to Him? There’s nothing to lose and everything to gain!Thank You!Become a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

DwellYour Words for 2020Welcome to our 9th week of meditating on your words submitted for the new year. While this was going to be our last week of the series, there were so many great submissions we've decided to extend it a few more weeks. This week's word is Dwell.Guard, through the Holy Spirit who dwells in us, the treasure which has been entrusted to you. - 2 Timothy 1:14 (NASB)Do you not know that you are a temple of God and that the Spirit of God dwells in you? - 1 Corinthians 3:16 (NASB)For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name, that He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with power through His Spirit in the inner man, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; and that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled up to all the fullness of God.Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us, to Him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations forever and ever. Amen. - Ephesians 3:14-21 (NASB)May you come into a greater understanding of God's desire to dwell within you.Thank You!Become a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

WaitYour Words for 2020Week eight of Your Words is here. No need to wait (pun intended). Our word for the week is Wait. It's a word often associated with inconvenience and impatience. As it would seem with so many things in life, this association leans towards the negative end of the spectrum. What does the other end look like? The type of waiting which brings anticipation, hope, joy, and peace among many others?For this is the hope of our salvation.But hope means that we must trust and wait for what is still unseen. For why would we need to hope for something we already have? So because our hope is set on what is yet to be seen, we patiently keep on waiting for its fulfillment.And in a similar way, the Holy Spirit takes hold of us in our human frailty to empower us in our weakness. For example, at times we don’t even know how to pray, or know the best things to ask for. But the Holy Spirit rises up within us to super-intercede on our behalf, pleading to God with emotional sighs too deep for words.God, the searcher of the heart, knows fully our longings, yet he also understands the desires of the Spirit, because the Holy Spirit passionately pleads before God for us, his holy ones, in perfect harmony with God’s plan and our destiny.So we are convinced that every detail of our lives is continually woven together to fit into God’s perfect plan of bringing good into our lives, for we are his lovers who have been called to fulfill his designed purpose. - Romans 8:24-28 (TPT)Thank You!Become a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

ExchangeYour Words for 2020Welcome to our seventh meditation on your words submitted for the new year. This week's word is Exchange.We serve a God of the great exchange. He became sin so that we can experience righteousness. Our old life is beyond dead, it’s gone; never to be seen again. It was nailed to the cross as He held it in His hands.The only thing God wants in exchange is for our lives to be lived in union with Jesus. This new life is not empowered by our own strength, it is possible only by the love of God. It can’t be bought, and it can’t be earned. Saying “yes” is all that is required to receive this gift for free.Here’s a few questions for you to consider as you meditate on this great exchange of His:Where does Jesus want to live His life through you?Is your life an overflowing fountain of His loveFor God made the only one who did not know sin to become sin for us, so that we who did not know righteousness might become the righteousness of God through our union with him. - 2 Corinthians 5:21 (TPT)My old identity has been co-crucified with Messiah and no longer lives; for the nails of his cross crucified me with him. And now the essence of this new life is no longer mine, for the Anointed One lives his life through me—we live in union as one! My new life is empowered by the faith of the Son of God who loves me so much that he gave himself for me, and dispenses his life into mine! - Galatians 2:20 (TPT)Thank You!Become a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

SustainYour Words for 2020Welcome to our fifth meditation on your words submitted for the new year. This week's word is Sustain.Go look up Sustain in a dictionary and you’ll see it’s a verb, not just any verb, a contronym. Same spelling, same pronunciation, two opposite meanings.Sustain is used to describe suffering something unpleasant, especially an injury. It’s also used to describe the act of being strengthened or supported physically or mentally. That’s pretty interesting when you think about it.The very word used for oppression, God comes in and redeems it to bring blessing. It seems so like His nature, to take a bad situation and turn it around for His good. The word rolls off the tongue the same, and yet, it’s the heart condition which leads us to one definition or the other.When we’re suffering mental battles, we can look to Him as our sustainer. When life doesn’t seem to be cooperating with us, we can count on Him as the one who so faithfully sustains us.May you find rest in His sustaining power. He is after all, our Father and Creator.O God, you cause abundant showers to fall on your chosen people.When they are tired, you sustain them, for you live among them.You sustain the oppressed with your good blessings, O God. - Psalm 68:9-10 (NET)Is this how you repay the Lord, you foolish and senseless people?Isn’t He your Father and Creator?Didn’t He make you and sustain you? - Deuteronomy 32:6 (HCSB) Thank You!Become a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

SeekYour Words for 2020Welcome to our fourth meditation on your words submitted for the new year. This week's word is Seek. How would you describe the word seek to someone that didn’t understand it? That might be a fun exercise, because knowing might help gain a fresh perspective on His love for you.God rewards those who truly seek Him. We bless you to discover where you can earnestly seek Him today, and everyday.And without faith living within us it would be impossible to please God. For we come to God in faith knowing that he is real and that he rewards the faith of those who passionately seek him. - Hebrews 11:6 (TPT)I love those who love me; and those who seek me early and diligently will find me. - Proverbs 8:17 (AMP)I will show my love to those who passionately love me. For they will search and search continually until they find me. - Proverbs 8:17 (TPT)Thank You!Become a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

TrustYour Words for 2020Welcome to our third meditation on your words submitted for the new year. This week's word is Trust.This is such a good word to describe God; because He is more trustworthy than anyone else. In a world where trust can easily be broken, His trust never fails. This week, allow the Holy Spirit to show you just how trustworthy God is.The Bible is filled with so many examples of God's trust. Here are six specific versus I read from this week. Blessing you to receive all that God has for you in this meditation. Enjoy!You are my strength and my shield from every danger.When I fully trust in you, help is on the way.I jump for joy and burst forth with ecstatic, passionate praise!I will sing songs of what you mean to me! - Psalm 28:7 (TPT)Join me, everyone! Trust only in God every moment!Tell him all your troubles and pour out your heart-longings to him.Believe me when I tell you—he will help you! - Psalm 62:8 (TPT)But in the day that I’m afraid, I lay all my fears before youand trust in you with all my heart. - Psalm 56:3 (TPT)So my conclusion is this:Many are the sorrows and frustrationsof those who don’t come clean with God.But when you trust in the Lord for forgiveness,his wrap-around love will surround you. - Psalm 32:10 (TPT)Lord, it is so much better to trust in you to save me than to put my confidence in someone else. - Psalm 118:8 (TPT)Then I finally admitted to you all my sins,refusing to hide them any longer.I said, “My life-giving God,I will openly acknowledge my evil actions.”And you forgave me!All at once the guilt of my sin washed awayand all my pain disappeared! - Psalm 32:5 (TPT) Thank You!Become a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

SteadfastYour Words for 2020Handpicked just for you, this week’s word is Steadfast.The Greek meanings of Steadfast include unflinching, unfaltering, staunch, immovable, and unwavering. One particular english definition is continuing in a course of action despite difficulty or delay in achieving success. No matter the obstacle and regardless of how long it’ll take, you’ve locked onto the target and cannot be shaken.Where do you feel steadfast in your life? Where do you see God as steadfast in your life? Our ability to be steadfast comes directly from God, and when we can see His unwavering endurance at work in our lives, we begin to display it in our lives.Now may the Lord move your hearts into a greater understanding of God’s pure love for you and into Christ’s steadfast endurance. - 2 Thessalonians 3:5 (TPT)All God accomplishes is flawless, faithful, and fair, and his every word proves trustworthy and true. They are steadfast forever and ever, formed from truth and righteousness. - Psalm 111:7-8 (TPT)May you be strong and steadfast as you run the race God has for you!See you next week. There’s still time to submit your words, so send them to us at [email protected] You!Become a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

SurrenderYour Words for 2020Here it is, the first word for the New Year. As you may know, we are spending the next several weeks meditating on your words for 2020. This week’s word is Surrender.Surrender is a funny word; often associated with defeat and weakness. Thankfully, these don’t apply in our case. When we surrender to Jesus, we receive the reward which He secured for us. Nothing defeated but death, and nothing weak but its power over us.Do you live from the foundation that you have been fully forgiven? If not, it’s time to stop striving to achieve something that is already yours. Jesus died as you, not for you.My old identity has been co-crucified with Messiah and no longer lives; for the nails of his cross crucified me with him. And now the essence of this new life is no longer mine, for the Anointed One lives his life through me—we live in union as one! My new life is empowered by the faith of the Son of God who loves me so much that he gave himself for me, and dispenses his life into mine! - Galatians 2:20 (TPT)And to be transformed as you embrace the glorious Christ-within as your new life and live in union with him! For God has re-created you all over again in his perfect righteousness, and you now belong to him in the realm of true holiness. - Ephesians 4:24 (TPT)Blessing each and every one of you to enter into the beautiful union which Christ established for us!See you next week. There’s still time to submit your words, so send them to us at [email protected] You!Become a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

OnethingYour Words for 2020Happy New Year! We're kicking things off with a popular series to begin the year. Similar to last year, we are spending the next several weeks meditating on your words for 2020.David's prayer below could be summarized with any of the following words for example: seek, dwell, behold, or meditate.Is there a word He is calling you to set your intention on for this year? Send them to us at [email protected] thing I have asked from the Lord, that I shall seek: That I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord and to meditate in His temple. - Psalm 27:4 (NASB)Drawing close to Him is the foundation of everything. The greatest thing we have is God’s presence; to simply behold the beauty of the Lord.May each and every listener of Cultivate Connection become known as a people of His presence.Thank You!Become a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital.As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

The Dedication of JesusLove Came Down SeriesThe final episode of our Advent series ends with Simeon and Anna, who had spent the better part of their lives awaiting the birth of the Savior of the World. Imagine the emotions as these two first laid eyes upon the very child they had been waiting all these years for.Here He is; the Light of the World, God's beloved son, Healer, Redeemer, Comforter, Judge, Lord, and Savior. Christ is here! And from that day forward she [Anna] told everyone in Jerusalem who was waiting for their redemption that the anticipated Messiah had come!Luke 2:21-40The Passion Translation (TPT) Thanks for ListeningBecome a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital. As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

The Birth of JesusLove Came Down SeriesFrom Gabriel's visit with Mary, to her song of praise, week five of our Advent series titled Love Came Down meditates on the birth of Jesus, our Lord and Savior. Born as a child in a dirty manger and dependant upon the world to be cared for, this is our God. His kingdom is an upside down kingdom.Luke 2:1-20The Passion Translation (TPT)The Message (MSG)This Christmas as we celebrate the birth of Jesus, the humble servant who threw conventional wisdom out the window, ask God to show you where "throwing conventional wisdom out the window" might be the best thing to do for whatever you're facing right now.Thanks for ListeningBecome a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital. As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Mary's SongLove Came Down SeriesWelcome to the third installment of our Advent series, Love Came Down. Our first episode focused on Gabriel's visit with Mary, delivering news of her divine pregnancy. Last week's focus was Elizabeth's joyous greeting of her cousin. Today, we meditate on Mary's song of praise and thanksgiving in response to it all.Can you put yourself in her shoes? Carrying the savior of the world within yourself? It's quite astonishing, and verses 46-55 capture Mary's overwhelming joy so beautifully. How blessed we are to have these lyrics recorded for us to read! Luke 1:46-55The Passion Translation (TPT)The Message (MSG)Blessing you this week to gain a clear picture of who He has created you to be; a humble servant and a son or daughter of the King.Thanks for ListeningBecome a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital. As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Believe Every Word SpokenLove Came Down SeriesWelcome to the second installment of our Advent series, Love Came Down. The Christmas season is in full swing now and we’re spending this week meditating on Elizabeth’s prophecy to Mary. Can you imagine the hope that filled her as Elizabeth confirmed what the angel of God had already spoken over her?What brings you peace or hope during the Christmas season? Even if you can’t think of any worldly reason to have hope, fear not. We have the Light of the World to bring hope where there is none.May this be a season of Hope for you, your family, and all those around you. Be filled up today and everyday with the Hope that is within Him.Luke 1:39-45The Passion Translation (TPT)The Message (MSG)As you begin to see circumstances through the lens of hope today, ask God to show you where He specifically wants to highlight that hope in your life.Three simple questions this week:1. Is there something this Christmas season that God is asking you to start doing?2. Is there something this Christmas season that God is asking you to stop doing?3. Is there something this Christmas season that God is telling you to continue doing?Thanks for ListeningBecome a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital. As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Prophecy of Jesus’ BirthLove Came Down SeriesWelcome to our newest series! As we enter into the Christmas season, let's meditate on something truly worth celebrating... God's rescue plan! He knew all along that He would never leave us or abandon us. He had the perfect plan, at the perfect time, and in the perfect place, to complete His perfection in us through His son Jesus.This week we meditate on Mary's angelic visit and the beginning of Jesus' mission here on Earth.Luke 1:26-38The Passion Translation (TPT)The Message (MSG)Where does God want to increase your joy and hope this season? Remember, He has a plan and a purpose for your life. Blessing you this week to be filled with peace as you connect with God.Thanks for ListeningBecome a PatronIf you are one of the many who have been blessed by Cultivate Connection, please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital. As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comWe Need You!Cultivate Connection is listened to in 129 countries and averages 2,000 listeners a week. Help us reach even more people by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes or your favourite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Discover God's GreatnessI Will Praise YouWelcome to episode 10 of our series on Psalm 145. If you’re just joining us and want to start at the beginning, head on back to The Highest Praise (September 19th).This week, join David as he invites each and every one of us to join him in praising our beautiful Lord of holiness, from now through eternity. Blessing you to be filled with so much joy and life as you worship The One we get to call God!God, you watch carefully over all your lovers like a bodyguard, but you will destroy the ungodly. I will praise you, Lord! Let everyone everywhere join me in praising the beautiful Lord of holiness from now through eternity! - Psalm 145:20-21 (TPT)Thanks for listening!Become a PatronIf Cultivate Connection has blessed you and impacted your ability to go deeper with God please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital. As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comHelp Others Grow in ChristHelp us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and actually help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Discover God's GreatnessGodly LoversDo you know what your heart really longs for? Do you believe God has more for you than you could even ask? This week’s mediation is on Psalm 145:19. Before diving into the meditation, have a read and answer the questions that follow.Every one of your godly lovers receives even more than what they ask for. For you hear what their hearts really long for and you bring them your saving strength. - Psalm 145:19 (TPT)What part of that verse feels true? What part do you question? As you come into God’s presence today, ask Him to shine His light on the longings and desires of your heart. Hold on to what He gives you and cherish it, for it will bring you strength when you need it.As always, blessing you this week to connect with God, discover identity, and awaken to purpose.Thanks for listening!Become a PatronIf Cultivate Connection has blessed you and impacted your ability to go deeper with God please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital. As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comHelp Others Grow in ChristHelp us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and actually help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Discover God's GreatnessListen CloselyEverything we feel and experience in life is an opportunity to connect with God. We need a loving, kind God to take us into spaces we can’t go on our own. Luckily, we don’t need to go there if He’s not calling us to.You are fair and righteous in everything you do, and your love is wrapped into all your works. You draw near to those who call out to you, listening closely, especially when their hearts are true. - Psalm 145:17-18 (TPT)Is there somewhere in your life where you feel you need to call out to the Lord? What area does God want to draw near to you today? Tune into your heart and allow your ears to be open as you call out to Him.Sometimes we’re either so busy, or so caught up thinking about ourselves that we forget to not only do this, but listen as well. God has somewhere for each of us to connect with Him this very day. A place to begin cultivating space to call out and space to listen.Thanks for listening!Become a PatronIf Cultivate Connection has blessed you and impacted your ability to go deeper with God please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital. As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comHelp Others Grow in ChristHelp us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and actually help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Discover God's GreatnessThe Only One Who SatisfiesWe human beings seem to be on a never-ending quest in search of meaning and fulfillment. Quite often the fruit of our pursuits is short-lived, leading us to look for something else to do the trick.Why do we continue coming back to the same wells, when there is One who says His water will forever satisfy? If we keep drawing from the same old well, we will always be thirsty. If we choose to drink the water that He offers, we will never thirst again.Weak and feeble ones you will sustain. Those bent over with burdens of shame you will lift up. You have captured our attention and the eyes of all look to you. You give what they hunger for at just the right time. When you open your generous hand, it’s full of blessings, satisfying the longings of every living thing. - Psalm 145:14-16 (TPT)Let's pause for a moment, taking stock of where the God-sized void exists in our lives. Maybe it's in the realm of identity, maybe around financial provision. Wherever it may be, is He trustworthy enough to invite into the space that can only be filled by Him? The One whose generous hand satisfies the longings of every living thing!Thanks for listening!Become a PatronIf Cultivate Connection has blessed you and impacted your ability to go deeper with God please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital. As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comHelp Others Grow in ChristHelp us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and actually help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Discover God's GreatnessDepending on God's FaithfulnessWe’re often slow to admit we need help. Even in this place of denial, God wants to meet us in our weaknesses. He wants to breathe life into those places. Why? Because everything God does is full of His kindness and faithfulness.Where do you need Jesus in your life? Let’s identify our need today. May we experience His kindness, His nearness, and His goodness today as we cry out “God we need you!”You are the Lord who reigns over your never-ending kingdom through all the ages of time and eternity! You are faithful to fulfill every promise you’ve made. You manifest yourself as kindness in all you do. - Psalm 145:13 (TPT)Towards the end of this meditation I read several promises of encouragement from the Bible. Here they are:Exodus 14:14Isaiah 40:29Isaiah 40:31Isaiah 41:10Isaiah 43:2Isaiah 54:10Isaiah 54:17James 1:51 John 1:92 Chronicles 7:14John 8:36Joshua 1:9Philippians 4:9Psalms 23:4Thanks for listening!Become a PatronIf Cultivate Connection has blessed you and impacted your ability to go deeper with God please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital. As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comHelp Others Grow in ChristHelp us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and actually help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Discover God's GreatnessEverything Will Praise YouHow do we glorify God today? Is it possible to have every breath as worship to the one who is worthy? This week we’re meditating on what it means to be a Godly lover.As you meditate on this week’s verse, pay attention to any prayer that begins forming in your heart and stirring on your lips. Let’s step into the truth that as we praise Him, we come fully alive and fulfill our purpose in doing so.Everything you have made will praise you, fulfilling its purpose. And all your godly lovers will be found bowing before you. They will tell the world of the lavish splendor of your kingdom and preach about your limitless power. They will demonstrate for all to see your miracles of might and reveal the glorious majesty of your kingdom. - Psalm 145:10-12 (TPT)Our prayer this week is that each and every person listening discovers how to glorify God in new and creative ways.Thanks for listening!Become a PatronIf Cultivate Connection has blessed you and impacted your ability to go deeper with God please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital. As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comHelp Others Grow in ChristHelp us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and actually help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Discover God's GreatnessTenderhearted KindnessWelcome to our 4th episode of meditating our way through Psalm 145, King David’s celebration of God’s goodness. His patience and kindness are in everything He does; He is tender hearted in His love for us. Where does your own heart bubble over in celebration of God?Our hearts bubble over as we celebrate the fame of your marvelous beauty, bringing bliss to our hearts. We shout with ecstatic joy over your breakthrough for us. You’re kind and tenderhearted to those who don’t deserve it and very patient with people who fail you. Your love is like a flooding river overflowing its banks with kindness. God, everyone sees your goodness, for your tender love is blended into everything you do. - Psalm 145:7-9 (TPT)We want to bless you this week to receive bliss in your heart. For the Holy Spirit to reveal where God is patient with you, to see His love for you, and to cause you to celebrate His fame!Thanks for listening!Become a PatronIf Cultivate Connection has blessed you and impacted your ability to go deeper with God please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital. As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comHelp Others Grow in ChristHelp us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and actually help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Discover God's GreatnessMy Constant MeditationSplendor, majesty, miracles, and awe-inspiring acts of power! Constantly meditating on the excellent greatness of God. Could you fit anymore awesome descriptions within two short verses?Every facet of God is worthy of proclaiming from the four corners of the universe. What's even better is when we stop and meditate on His majesty, only to discover the thread that runs through our own lives. To begin to see how He has been at work within us from the very beginning; is at work this very second; and will never leave us or forsake us.To Him be all the praise! Your magnificent splendor and the miracles of your majesty are my constant meditation. Your awe-inspiring acts of power have everyone talking! I’m telling people everywhere about your excellent greatness! - Psalm 145:5-6 (TPT) Thanks for listening!Become a PatronIf Cultivate Connection has blessed you and impacted your ability to go deeper with God please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital. As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comHelp Others Grow in ChristHelp us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and actually help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Discover God's GreatnessShow Me Your GloryCan we fully comprehend the magnitude of God's glory? We're not sure how there can be no end to something, but then there's the greatness of God. King David had a lengthy list of God moments throughout his lifetime and here he is exclaiming there is no end to ever be discovered. Just sit with that thought for a moment. What does inexhaustible greatness look like? What does it feel like?Lord, you are great and worthy of the highest praise! For there is no end to the discovery of the greatness that surrounds you. Generation after generation will declare more of your greatness and declare more of your glory. - Psalm 145:3-4 (TPT)May this meditation cause you to journey a little further into the depths of God's love. He's wooing you into His inner court, which is right where you're meant to be.Thanks for listening!Become a PatronIf Cultivate Connection has blessed you and impacted your ability to go deeper with God please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital. As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comHelp Others Grow in ChristHelp us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and actually help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Discover God's GreatnessThe Highest PraiseMany of us know of King David's heart after God. His poetic praises make up most of the Book of Psalms, and none is more epic than Psalm 145. Not only is it the last Psalm attributed to David, it is the culmination of his entire relationship with God, all rolled into one poetic masterpiece. What a great place to come to draw inspiration for ourselves!My heart explodes with praise to you! Now and forever my heart bows in worship to you, my King and my God! Every day I will lift up my praise to your name with praises that will last throughout eternity. Lord, you are great and worthy of the highest praise! For there is no end to the discovery of the greatness that surrounds you. - Psalm 145:1-3 (TPT)Wow, and that's only the first three verses. I feel like I could spend months meditating on these alone; it is just that good. Blessing you to be drawn into the endless greatness of God's love.Thanks for listening!Become a PatronIf Cultivate Connection has blessed you and impacted your ability to go deeper with God please consider becoming a monthly patron. Creating space for people to connect with God in this busy world is so vital. As a patron, you empower us to continue producing and developing tools for people to connect with God, discover identity and awaken purpose for their lives. Learn more on our website at CultivateConnection.comHelp Others Grow in ChristHelp us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, via email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visit our Facebook page and share your thoughts or ask a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and actually help this podcast get discovered by others.And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Spirit Soul BodyWith Passion & DeterminationHere it is, the last episode of our nine week series. It has been an amazing time of reflecting on the three parts of our being; Spirit Soul and Body. As we wrap things up this week, we’re meditating on the race God has marked out for us. Running it well requires us to have the courage to let some things go.Ask the Holy Spirit to bring wisdom and insight into the following:Is there something I’m currently doing that You want me to stop?Is there something new you want me to start?Is there something I’m currently doing that You want me to continue?May each and every one of us set out to run our race today with passion and determination! Blessing you to be victorious.As for us, we have all of these great witnesses who encircle us like clouds. So we must let go of every wound that has pierced us and the sin we so easily fall into. Then we will be able to run life’s marathon race with passion and determination, for the path has been already marked out before us.We look away from the natural realm and we fasten our gaze onto Jesus who birthed faith within us and who leads us forward into faith’s perfection. His example is this: Because his heart was focused on the joy of knowing that you would be his, he endured the agony of the cross and conquered its humiliation, and now sits exalted at the right hand of the throne of God! - Hebrews 12:1-2 (TPT)Weekly Blog PostDid you know that every week we post a new blog that corosponds to each podcast. Head over to our website to learn more.Thanks for listening!If you were blessed by this podcast, please consider…Helping us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, email, or whatever other way you prefer.Visiting our Facebook page and sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding!Leaving a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help others discover our podcast.And lastly, subscribing to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Spirit Soul Body Imitators of God Here is your personal invitation to be awakened into the fullness of all that God has for you. To represent the Father as His beloved sons and daughters, choosing what is beautiful, true, and right. Let worship fill your hearts, spilling out within your speech as you become Imitators of God. This is episode eight in our Three Part Being series. We’re wrapping up this series on Spirit, Soul, and Body, and thank you for listening. If you missed any of the previous episodes you can always go back and have a listen, as much as you want. We’re focusing on the following verses from Ephesians 5 and encourage you to read along, letting these words seal themselves upon your heart and become reality in your life. Be imitators of God in everything you do, for then you will represent your Father as his beloved sons and daughters. And continue to walk surrendered to the extravagant love of Christ, for he surrendered his life as a sacrifice for us. His great love for us was pleasing to God, like an aroma of adoration—a sweet healing fragrance. - Ephesians 5:1-2 (TPT) Guard your speech. Forsake obscenities and worthless insults; these are nonsensical words that bring disgrace and are unnecessary. Instead, let worship fill your heart and spill out in your words. - Ephesians 5:4 (TPT) Once your life was full of sin’s darkness, but now you have the very light of our Lord shining through you because of your union with him. Your mission is to live as children flooded with his revelation-light! And the supernatural fruits of his light will be seen in you—goodness, righteousness, and truth. Then you will learn to choose what is beautiful to our Lord. - Ephesians 5:1-8-10 (TPT) Weekly Blog Post Did you know that every week we post a new blog that corosponds to each podcast. Head over to our website to learn more. Thanks for listening! If you were blessed by this podcast, please consider… Helping us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, email, or whatever other way you prefer. Visiting our Facebook page and sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Leaving a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help others discover our podcast. And lastly, subscribing to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Spirit Soul Body Run the Race Welcome to episode seven of our Three Part Being series. We’re so happy to have you join us as we spend the next two weeks focusing on Spirit, Soul, and Body, the three parts that make up our entire being. If you missed the first few episodes don't worry, you can always go back and have a listen. Last week's focus was on our emotions and this week we turn our attention to our bodies. If you're familiar with this podcast, you'll recognize that in the beginning of nearly every episode I ask you to turn your attention to your body, seeing how it feels and what it has to say. What happens when we treat our bodies, and this life of ours as if we are champion athletes, running for a victor's crown that lasts forever? Isn’t it obvious that all runners on the racetrack keep on running to win, but only one receives the victor’s prize? Yet each one of you must run the race to be victorious. A true athlete will be disciplined in every respect, practicing constant self-control in order to win a laurel wreath that quickly withers. But we run our race to win a victor’s crown that will last forever. For that reason, I don’t run just for exercise or box like one throwing aimless punches, but I train like a champion athlete. I subdue my body and get it under my control, so that after preaching the good news to others I myself won’t be disqualified. - 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 (TPT) Weekly Blog Post Did you know that every week we post a new blog that corosponds to each podcast. Head over to our website to learn more. Thanks for listening! If you were blessed by this podcast, please consider… Helping us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, email, or whatever other way you prefer. Visiting our Facebook page and sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Leaving a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help others discover our podcast. And lastly, subscribing to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Spirit Soul Body Full of Passion Welcome to episode six of our Three Part Being series. We’re so happy to have you join us as we spend the next three weeks focusing on Spirit, Soul, and Body, the three parts that make up our entire being. If you missed the first few episodes don't worry, you can always go back and have a listen. We focused last week on our will, our freedom to choose. This week we’re wrapping up the last part of our soul, our emotions. Emotions or feelings, whichever you prefer, bring richness into our lives. A world without emotion would be so drab and boring. You’re created to be full of life and passion. It’s time to experience emotions as they’re truly meant to be, a source of connection with your maker. Blessings! You are fair and righteous in everything you do, and your love is wrapped into all your works. You draw near to those who call out to you, listening closely, especially when their hearts are true. Every one of your godly lovers receives even more than what they ask for. For you hear what their hearts really long for and you bring them your saving strength. - Psalm 145:17-19 (TPT) Weekly Blog Post Did you know that every week we post a new blog that corosponds to each podcast. Head over to our website to learn more. Thanks for listening! If you were blessed by this podcast, please consider… Helping us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, email, or whatever other way you prefer. Visiting our Facebook page and sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Leaving a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help others discover our podcast. And lastly, subscribing to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Spirit Soul Body My Will Welcome to episode five of our Three Part Being series. We’re so happy to have you join us as we spend the next four weeks focusing on Spirit, Soul, and Body, the three parts that make up our entire being. If you missed the first few episodes don't worry, you can always go back and have a listen. Last week's focus was on our thoughts. This week, we're meditating on the intersection of where thoughts become action, our will, which you may hear more commonly referred to as "our free will" or "freedom to choose." Continuing on with being led of the spirit, what is life supposed to look like and feel like when our actions, the by-product of our choices, is inline with the Holy Spirit? My guess, probably pretty amazing. Let's find out together! As you yield freely and fully to the dynamic life and power of the Holy Spirit, you will abandon the cravings of your self - life. For your self - life craves the things that offend the Holy Spirit and hinder him from living free within you! And the Holy Spirit’s intense cravings hinder your old self - life from dominating you! So then, the two incompatible and conflicting forces within you are your self - life of the flesh and the new creation life of the Spirit. - Galatians 5:16-17 (TPT) Weekly Blog Post Did you know that every week we post a new blog that corosponds to each podcast. Head over to our website to learn more. Thanks for listening! If you were blessed by this podcast, please consider… Helping us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, email, or whatever other way you prefer. Visiting our Facebook page and sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Leaving a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help others discover our podcast. And lastly, subscribing to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Spirit Soul Body Every Thought Captive Welcome to episode four of our Three Part Being series. We’re so happy to have you join us as we spend the next five weeks focusing on Spirit, Soul, and Body, the three parts that make up our entire being. If you missed the first few episodes don't worry, you can always go back and have a listen. Today we're meditating on our own thoughts. Where do they naturally go? Towards life or death? Learning what it looks and feels like when our soul is leading is crucial in order to walk in the fullness of all God has for us. We can demolish every deceptive fantasy that opposes God and break through every arrogant attitude that is raised up in defiance of the true knowledge of God. We capture, like prisoners of war, every thought and insist that it bow in obedience to the Anointed One. - 2 Corinthians 10:5 (TPT) Weekly Blog Post Did you know that every week we post a new blog that corosponds to each podcast. Head over to our website to learn more. Thanks for listening! If you were blessed by this podcast, please consider… Helping us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, email, or whatever other way you prefer. Visiting our Facebook page and sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Leaving a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help others discover our podcast. And lastly, subscribing to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Spirit Soul Body Spirit Led "Follow your heart", "Lean not on your own understanding", "I had a gut feeling." Three common quotes which allude to the fact there is a part of us that thinks and feels and is not our brain. Is that part actually our spirit? I think so, and the Bible provides plenty of proof to support. If our spirit has something to say about our day to day activities, and so does our mind, i.e. soul, then who are we supposed to listen to? Welcome to episode three of our Three Part Being series. This week we're meditating on this exact topic; listening to our spirit. Do you want to experience more of God's spiritual realities in your life? The Apostle Paul provides a wonderful place to start; tune into your spirit and hear what Holy Spirit is leading you to. For all who are being led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God. - Romans 8:14 (NASB) Those who are motivated by the flesh only pursue what benefits themselves. But those who live by the impulses of the Holy Spirit are motivated to pursue spiritual realities. For the mind-set of the flesh is death, but the mind-set controlled by the Spirit finds life and peace. - Romans 8:5-6 (TPT) We’re so happy to have you join us as we spend the next seven weeks focusing on Spirit, Soul, and Body, the three parts that make up our entire being. If you missed the first couple of episodes, be sure to go back and have a listen. We're blessing you to become so aware of your spirit, entering a place of daily communion with God; hearing His good and wonderful thoughts towareds you while you share you own thoughts with Him. Weekly Blog Post Did you know that every week we post a new blog that corosponds to each podcast. Head over to our website to learn more. Thanks for listening! If you were blessed by this podcast, please consider… Helping us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, email, or whatever other way you prefer. Visiting our Facebook page and sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Leaving a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help others discover our podcast. And lastly, subscribing to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Spirit Soul Body The Temple Within Welcome to episode two of our Three Part Being series. We’re so happy to have you join us as we spend the next eight weeks focusing on Spirit, Soul, and Body, the three parts that make up our entire being. If you missed the first episode, be sure to go back and have a listen. Today we're meditating on our bodies. More than just flesh and blood, our bodies are a living temple, bought and paid for, a gift on loan while we enjoy life this side of eternity. How often do you stop and consider this fact? That the living God dwells within you. If so, how does this change the way you view your body? Does it inspire you to take better care of it, and in doing so how does that translate to the other parts of your being? Have you forgotten that your body is now the sacred temple of the Spirit of Holiness, who lives in you? You don’t belong to yourself any longer, for the gift of God, the Holy Spirit, lives inside your sanctuary. You were God’s expensive purchase, paid for with tears of blood, so by all means, then, use your body to bring glory to God! - 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (TPT) We pray that you discover a newfound perspective on your body today. To look at it in awe and wonder as a beautiful temple for the Lord to dwell within. Enjoy! Weekly Blog Post Did you know that every week we post a new blog that corosponds to each podcast. Head over to our website to learn more. Thanks for listening! If you were blessed by this podcast, please consider… Helping us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, email, or whatever other way you prefer. Visiting our Facebook page and sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Leaving a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help others discover our podcast. And lastly, subscribing to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Spirit Soul Body Your Entire Being Hello and welcome to our newest series! We’re so happy to have you join us as we spend the next nine weeks focusing on Spirit, Soul, and Body, the three parts that make up our entire being. We meditated on this back in episode 147 and are back over a year later to dive deep into what makes us a complete package. Do you feel truly connected with yourself, or disconnected? Are you in tune with your body, your heart, your spirit and your thoughts? God wants to bring peace and harmony into every part of your life. Paul says it best in his letter to the believers in Thessalonica: Now, may the God of peace and harmony set you apart, making you completely holy. And may your entire being—spirit, soul, and body—be kept completely flawless in the appearing of our Lord Jesus, the Anointed One. The one who calls you by name is trustworthy and will thoroughly complete his work in you. - 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 (TPT) What do you think it looks like to have wholeness within your entire being? Ask God to show you. If you feel like you’re stuck, and can’t move beyond where you are right now, we pray this series opens up a breakthrough for you to believe transformation is possible. Enjoy! Weekly Blog Post Did you know that every week we post a new blog that corosponds to each podcast. Head over to our website to learn more. Thanks for listening! If you were blessed by this podcast, please consider… Helping us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, email, or whatever other way you prefer. Visiting our Facebook page and sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Leaving a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help others discover our podcast. And lastly, subscribing to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Knowing God: Episode 7 God the Healer The last of our 7 week series on knowing God, Healer shines a light on the One who bore it all for us. But he was pierced for our rebellion, crushed for our sins. He was beaten so we could be whole. He was whipped so we could be healed. - Isaiah 53:5 (NLT) Our rebellious, sinful nature was dealt with at the foot of the cross. We are now whole and healed, not because of anything we did but because of what Jesus did. And He Himself bore our sins in His body on the cross, so that we might die to sin and live to righteousness; for by His wounds you were healed. - 1 Peter 2:24 (NASB) The healing power of God through His one and only son didn’t begin at the cross. Jesus moved in miracles, signs, and wonders throughout his ministry. The same compassion which ultimately moved him to carry out His father’s wishes, healed many who came to him. So when Jesus landed he had a huge crowd waiting for him. Seeing so many people, his heart was deeply moved with compassion toward them, so he healed all the sick who were in the crowd. - Matthew 14:14 (TPT) As you look upon our healer, what stirs in your heart? God wants to meet you in this place, no mater what it feels like. Will you welcome the Healer into your life and see where He takes you? Knowing God blog post Head over to our website where we’ve posted a new blog every week that corosponds to each podcast in this series. Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast and this entire series on knowing God. If that's true, we would so love for you to… Share this: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Leave a comment: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. And lastly, subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Knowing God: Episode 6 God of Miracles The Bible is filled with miracles, there is no disputing that fact. Have you ever wondered why God performed so many miracles? Miracles are not just reserved for God; Jesus also performed miracle, after miracle, after miracle. His miracles caused the disciples to believe that He was the Son of God. So what is it about miracles that causes us to believe? Are you willing to ask God “what does it mean for You to be the God of the miraculous?” Why or why not would you choose to embrace a God of miracles? Have you seen God’s miracles with your own eyes? Has He shown up in your life in a miraculous way? In this week’s podcast we meditate on the miraculous side of our God. I don’t know about you, but given that miracles are one of the many ways God chooses to reveal Himself to us, I want to know Him more through the miraculous. He alone is your God, the only one who is worthy of your praise, the one who has done these mighty miracles that you have seen with your own eyes. - Deuteronomy 10:21 (NLT) The disciples saw Jesus do many other miraculous signs in addition to the ones recorded in this book. But these are written so that you may continue to believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing in him you will have life by the power of his name. - John 20:30-31 (NLT) NOTE: At the 19 minute mark I say I’m reading from The Passion Translation (TPT), when it is actually the New Living Translation (NLT). My apologies for any confusion. Knowing God blog post You can also head over to our website where we’re posting a new blog on Knowing God each week. Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Knowing God: Episode 5 God of Love Love… some say love is a verb, others say love is a noun, and still others say it’s an adjective as well. Go ahead, look it up, we’ll wait right here. So, what do you say love is? This week we’re setting our gaze upon the love of God by meditating on 1 John 4:7-12. Here, in verses 7-8 we see how God loves because He is love. Those who are loved by God, let his love continually pour from you to one another, because God is love. Everyone who loves is fathered by God and experiences an intimate knowledge of him. The one who doesn’t love has yet to know God, for God is love. - 1 John 4:7-8 (TPT) Did you catch that one little part in there? The one who doesn’t love has yet to know God part? We are called to love. Actually, we’re commanded to love, and since that is the case, it behooves us to know God. Welcome to part five of our seven part series on Knowing God. Looks like you’re in the right place. Knowing God blog post You can also head over to our website where we’re posting a new blog on Knowing God each week. Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Knowing God: Episode 4 God of Provision You are more valuable to God than anything else in this world. His love is consistent, and He never forgets even the smallest details. This is the reality we’re supposed to live in each day, but most of us don’t. It’s time to tear down the lies that are keeping us from living in the fullness of His love. Here’s our scripture for this week: Every good gift bestowed, every perfect gift received comes to us from above, courtesy of the Father of lights. He is consistent. He won’t change His mind or play tricks in the shadows. - James 1:17 (VOICE) What is the value of your soul to God? Could your worth be defined by an amount of money? God doesn’t abandon or forget even the small sparrow he has made. How then could he forget or abandon you? What about the seemingly minor issues of your life? Do they matter to God? Of course they do! So you never need to worry, for you are more valuable to God than anything else in this world. - Luke 12:6-7 (TPT) Knowing God blog post You can also head over to our website where we’re posting a new blog on Knowing God each week. Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Knowing God: Episode 3 God the Father As part of a 7-week series on knowing God, this week we meditate on the books of Corinthians and Ephesians to learn about God’s role of father. What do you think of when you hear the phrase “our father”? Many of us grew up with a father, while others did not. Some have good memories of their father, some have bad memories. Some see father figures as strong, supportive influences in their lives. Others see them as weak and unreliable, a let down or source of pain. However you relate to your earthly father, this is an invitation to discover how God wants to present Himself to you as a Heavenly father. Yet for us there is only one God—the Father. He is the source of all things, and our lives are lived for him. And there is one Lord, Jesus, the Anointed One, through whom we and all things exist. - 1 Corinthians 8:6 (TPT) For the Lord God is one, and so are we, for we share in one faith, one baptism, and one Father. And He is the perfect Father who leads us all, works through us all, and lives in us all! - Ephesians 4:5-6 (TPT) Knowing God blog post You can also head over to our website where we’re posting a new blog on Knowing God each week. Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Knowing God: Episode 2 Who Is Like You? God is worthy, there is no disputing this fact. But where does His worth come from? How does your heart stir when you hear God is worthy? The elders surrounding His throne fall before Him, proclaiming “You, oh marvelous King of all creation, are worthy to receive honor, glory, and power from all things. For everything was created by you and has life because of you.” This week we meditate on Exodus 15:11. Moses and all of the Israelites just crossed the Red Sea, watching God extinguish their enemies before them. After this epic display of salvation, the entire assembly breaks out in a song. Our verse this week comes from that song; the Song of Moses and Israel. “Who is like You among the gods, O Lord? Who is like You, majestic in holiness, awesome in praises, working wonders? Exodus 15:11 (NASB) Who compares to You among the gods, O Eternal? Who compares to You—great in holiness, awesome in praises, performing marvels and wonders? Exodus 15:11 (VOICE) Knowing God blog post You can also head over to our website where we’re posting a new blog on Knowing God each week. Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Knowing God: Episode 1 God in Creation Welcome to the first episode of our seven week series on knowing God. This week we’re focusing on His role as creator. The first thing God revealed to us through the Bible is His ability to create. He holds all things together, and nothing exists apart from Him. There is a creative expression inside of you, placed there by God. What is He inviting you to create today? As you come to know Him more as creator, how does that empower you? We’re reading from a few different versions of scripture this week. Notice how each one speaks to you as you picture God as creator of all. His speech shaped the entire cosmos. Immersed in the practice of creating, all things that exist were birthed in Him. - John 1:3 (VOICE) And through his creative inspiration this Living Expression made all things, for nothing has existence apart from him! - John 1:3 (TPT) All things came into being through Him, and apart from Him nothing came into being that has come into being. - John 1:3 (NASB) Knowing God blog post You can also head over to our website where we’re posting a new blog on Knowing God each week. Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Transformation: Episode 6 Endless Love This week we wrap up our meditation series on Transformation. We hope you've had a chance to read our blog posts as we've shared some fun stuff about transformation on there. For this last episode, we read Romans 5:1-6, this time focusing on verses 5-6. Our faith in Jesus transfers God’s righteousness to us and he now declares us flawless in his eyes. This means we can now enjoy true and lasting peace with God, all because of what our Lord Jesus, the Anointed One, has done for us. Our faith guarantees us permanent access into this marvelous kindness that has given us a perfect relationship with God. What incredible joy bursts forth within us as we keep on celebrating our hope of experiencing God’s glory! But that’s not all! Even in times of trouble we have a joyful confidence, knowing that our pressures will develop in us patient endurance. And patient endurance will refine our character, and proven character leads us back to hope. And this hope is not a disappointing fantasy, because we can now experience the endless love of God cascading into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who lives in us! For when the time was right, the Anointed One came and died to demonstrate his love for sinners who were entirely helpless, weak, and powerless to save themselves. - Romans 5:1-6 (TPT) Transformation blog post You can also head over to our website where we’ve posted a blog transformation for each week of this series. Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Transformation: Episode 5 Patient Endurance This week we meditate on Romans 5:1-6, focusing on verses 3-4 Our faith in Jesus transfers God’s righteousness to us and he now declares us flawless in his eyes. This means we can now enjoy true and lasting peace with God, all because of what our Lord Jesus, the Anointed One, has done for us. Our faith guarantees us permanent access into this marvelous kindness that has given us a perfect relationship with God. What incredible joy bursts forth within us as we keep on celebrating our hope of experiencing God’s glory! But that’s not all! Even in times of trouble we have a joyful confidence, knowing that our pressures will develop in us patient endurance. And patient endurance will refine our character, and proven character leads us back to hope. And this hope is not a disappointing fantasy, because we can now experience the endless love of God cascading into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who lives in us! For when the time was right, the Anointed One came and died to demonstrate his love for sinners who were entirely helpless, weak, and powerless to save themselves. - Romans 5:1-6 (TPT) Transformation blog post You can also head over to our website where we’re posting a new blog on transformation each week. Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Transformation: Episode 4 Flawless in His Eyes This week we meditate on Romans 5:1-6, focusing on verses 1-2 Our faith in Jesus transfers God’s righteousness to us and he now declares us flawless in his eyes. This means we can now enjoy true and lasting peace with God, all because of what our Lord Jesus, the Anointed One, has done for us. Our faith guarantees us permanent access into this marvelous kindness that has given us a perfect relationship with God. What incredible joy bursts forth within us as we keep on celebrating our hope of experiencing God’s glory! But that’s not all! Even in times of trouble we have a joyful confidence, knowing that our pressures will develop in us patient endurance. And patient endurance will refine our character, and proven character leads us back to hope. And this hope is not a disappointing fantasy, because we can now experience the endless love of God cascading into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who lives in us! For when the time was right, the Anointed One came and died to demonstrate his love for sinners who were entirely helpless, weak, and powerless to save themselves. - Romans 5:1-6 (TPT) Transformation blog post You can also head over to our website where we’re posting a new blog on transformation each week. Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Transformation: Episode 3 From Glory to Glory Welcome to week 3 of  Transformation. If you missed the first few episodes be sure to go back and have a listen. To be transformed is to undergo a process, otherwise you're just staying the same. Where are the areas in your life that are "veiled?" Areas kept in the dark and away from any mention of transformation. Today is the day to bring them into the light; removing the veil from our faces. This week we meditate on the following scripture: Now, the “Lord” I’m referring to is the Holy Spirit, and wherever he is Lord, there is freedom. We can all draw close to him with the veil removed from our faces. And with no veil we all become like mirrors who brightly reflect the glory of the Lord Jesus. We are being transfigured into his very image as we move from one brighter level of glory to another. And this glorious transfiguration comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit. - 2 Corinthians 3:17-18 (TPT) Transformation blog post You can also head over to our website where we’re posting a new blog on transformation each week. Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Transformation: Episode 2 Transfigured Before Their Eyes This is our second week on Transformation. If you missed the first, you can go back to iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, or wherever you listen and catch the first episode titled Be Inwardly Transformed. You can also head over to our website where we’re posting a new blog on transformation each week. The power of God’s Spirit is what transforms and transfigures. Where is it that you need God to bring about transformation in your life? Come before Him with an open heart to allow His supernatural power to come in and transform you into who He created you to be. This week we meditate on the following scripture: Then Jesus’ appearance was dramatically altered. A radiant light as bright as the sun poured from his face. And his clothing became luminescent—dazzling like lightning. He was trans-figured before their very eyes. Then suddenly, Moses and Elijah appeared, and they spoke with Jesus. Peter blurted out, “Lord, it’s so wonderful that we are all here together! If you want, I’ll construct three shrines, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” But while Peter was still speaking, a radiant cloud composed of light spread over them, enveloping them all. And God’s voice suddenly spoke from the cloud, saying, “This is my dearly loved Son, the constant focus of my delight. Listen to him!” The three disciples were dazed and terrified by this phenomenon, and they fell facedown to the ground. But Jesus walked over and touched them, saying, “Get up and stop being afraid.” When they finally opened their eyes and looked around, they saw no one else there but Jesus. - Matthew 17:2-8 (TPT) Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Transformation: Episode 1 Be Inwardly Transformed We’re taking the next few weeks to focus on the word Transformation. If you’d like to read more about it, we just posted a new blog to our website. True transformation is not something we can do ourselves. It is something only God can accomplish in us; to be transformed into the likeness of Jesus. Holy Spirit, come and bring transformation into our hearts, our minds, and our bodies. Show us which part of this transformation journey is ours, and which part is yours. This week we meditate on the following scripture: Stop imitating the ideals and opinions of the culture around you, but be inwardly transformed by the Holy Spirit through a total reformation of how you think. This will empower you to discern God’s will as you live a beautiful life, satisfying and perfect in his eyes. - Romans 12:2 (TPT) Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit this episodes Facebook post, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Your Words for 2019 Anchor Here it is, the very last episode of "Your Words for 2019." This has been such a fun series to go through and I appreciate all the great responses we had. This also marks the next big turning point for Cultivate Connection, the details of where we're headed are at the end of these show notes. Until then, be blessed by this weeks podcast.  This week we are meditating on the word Anchor. We'll be reading the same verse in three different Bible translations; be aware of how God speaks to you through each one. That hope is real and true, an anchor to steady our restless souls, a hope that leads us back behind the curtain to where God is. - Hebrews 6:19 (VOICE) We have this certain hope like a strong, unbreakable anchor holding our souls to God himself. Our anchor of hope is fastened to the mercy seat which sits in the heavenly realm beyond the sacred threshold. - Hebrews 6:19 (TPT) This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast, and which enters the Presence behind the veil. - Hebrews 6:19 (NKJV) Show us Lord, what it means for You to be our anchor. Cultivate Connection Is Getting a Makeover If you haven't heard the news yet, Cultivate Connection is getting a makeover. Since moving into a van and traveling the countryside, we've been able to spend more time focusing on this beautiful thing that deepens others' relationships with God. Lee touched on this in his blog post from last November, and here we are now, announcing a few new things. Not only are we transitioning into a new series next week, we're also revamping this email which will become the Cultivate Collection - Weekly. It will still have the weekly podcast and show notes, as well as carefully curated content to help you go deeper in your connection with God. We're very excited about it! Our website is being rebuilt as well, becoming a platform for us to announce upcoming live retreats and workshops, resources, pages for each podcast series, and just provide a better overall experience. Lastly, we created a survey for our audience to provide feedback, much of which is helping shape our future offerings. So thank you to those who've completed the survey, and if you haven't had time yet we encourage you to do so today; it takes less than five minutes. Big thank you to each and every listener! We love your support and encouragement. Blessings! Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Your Words for 2019 Confidence Here we are, week 13 of our user submitted words for 2019. This has been a long and fun series to record. I encourage you to invite God into whatever space you're in this week as we meditate on Confidence. But blessed are those who trust in the Lord and have made the Lord their hope and confidence. They are like trees planted along a riverbank, with roots that reach deep into the water. Such trees are not bothered by the heat or worried by long months of drought. Their leaves stay green, and they never stop producing fruit. - Jeremiah 17:7-8 (NLT) For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus. - Philippians 1:6 (NASB) Are there areas in your life where you feel confident? Are there areas where you don't feel confident? Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Your Words for 2019 Rooted Welcome to week 12 of our user submitted words for 2019. In two weeks we wrap up this series and then we're on to our next. We hope you've been blessed by each others words. This week we are meditating on the word Rooted. I just want you to sit, be still, and listen for anything that God has for you as we meditate on the following verses. In the same way you received Jesus our Lord and Messiah by faith, continue your journey of faith, progressing further into your union with him! Your spiritual roots go deeply into his life as you are continually infused with strength, encouraged in every way. For you are established in the faith you have absorbed and enriched by your devotion to him! - Colossians 2:6-7 (TPT) Then, by constantly using your faith, the life of Christ will be released deep inside you, and the resting place of his love will become the very source and root of your life. - Ephesians 3:17 (TPT) Is there somewhere where God is calling you back, to find that resting place of love? Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Your Words for 2019 Wholehearted We're so glad you're here! This is not only a welcome to week 11 of our user submitted words for 2019. This is also a celebration of our 200th podcast meditation. That's 50 hours of meditating on God's word! This week we're meditating on the word Wholehearted, by reading through the following verses. I will take delight in doing good to them. I will faithfully and wholeheartedly plant them firmly in the land. - Jeremiah 32:41 (NET) Now seek the Lord your God wholeheartedly and with your entire being! Get up and build the sanctuary of the Lord God! Then you can bring the ark of the Lord’s covenant and the holy items dedicated to God’s service into the temple that is built to honor the Lord. - 1 Chronicles 22:19 (NET) Whatever you do, work at it wholeheartedly as though you were doing it for the Lord and not merely for people. - Colossians 3:23 (ISV) Blessing you today, and every day, to do everything wholeheartedly unto the Lord. P.S. Please take a few minutes to complete our survey. We've received lots of really great feedback and have already begun using it to plan future offerings for Cultivate Connection. Thanks! Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Your Words for 2019 Abundance Here it is, week 10 of our user submitted words for 2019! This week we meditate on the word Abundance, by reading through the following verses. Yes, God is more than ready to overwhelm you with every form of grace, so that you will have more than enough of everything—every moment and in every way. He will make you overflow with abundance in every good thing you do. - 2 Corinthians 9:8 (TPT) A thief has only one thing in mind—he wants to steal, slaughter, and destroy. But I have come to give you everything in abundance, more than you expect—life in its fullness until you overflow! - John 10:10 (TPT) What do you believe today in the area of abundance? Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Your Words for 2019 Rise Welcome to week 9 of our user submitted words for 2019. This week we meditate on the word Rise, by reading through the following verses. He isn’t here—he has risen victoriously, just as he said! Come inside the tomb and see the place where our Lord was lying. - Matthew 28:6 (TPT) “Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you." - Isaiah 60:1 (NIV) “Arise, you sleeper! Rise up from the dead and the Anointed One will shine his light into you!" - Ephesians 5:14 (TPT) Often it is difficult to rise, especially when few are cheering you on. But there is One person who always believes in you, God. What is He saying to you through these versus this week?  Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Your Words for 2019 Peace Welcome to week 7 of our user submitted words for 2019. This week we meditate on the word Peace, by reading through the following verses. Don’t be pulled in different directions or worried about a thing. Be saturated in prayer throughout each day, offering your faith-filled requests before God with overflowing gratitude. Tell him every detail of your life, then God’s wonderful peace that transcends human understanding, will make the answers known to you through Jesus Christ. - Philippians 4:6-7 (TPT) I leave the gift of peace with you—my peace. Not the kind of fragile peace given by the world, but my perfect peace. Don’t yield to fear or be troubled in your hearts—instead, be courageous! - John 14:27 (TPT) This is the one who gives his strength and might to his people. This is the Lord giving us his kiss of peace. - Psalm 29:11 (TPT) What truths is God revealing to you about His perfect peace?  Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Your Words for 2019 Joy Welcome to week 6 of our user submitted words for 2019. This week we meditate on the word Joy, by reading through the following verses. This is the very day of the Lord that brings gladness and joy, filling our hearts with glee. - Psalm 118:24 (TPT) Through our faith, the mighty power of God constantly guards us until our full salvation is ready to be revealed in the last time. May the thought of this cause you to jump for joy, even though lately you’ve had to put up with the grief of many trials. But these only reveal the sterling core of your faith, which is far more valuable than gold that perishes, for even gold is refined by fire. Your authentic faith will result in even more praise, glory, and honor when Jesus the Anointed One is revealed. You love him passionately although you did not see him, but through believing in him you are saturated with an ecstatic joy, indescribably sublime and immersed in glory. For you are reaping the harvest of your faith—the full salvation promised you—your souls’ victory! - 1 Peter 1:5-9 (TPT) Blessings to you and your family as you allow God's joy for you to saturate your hearts! P.S. My apologies. In the podcast I referenced 1 Peter 1 verses 5-8; it's actually verses 5-9. Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Your Words for 2019 Fearless Welcome to week 5 of our user submitted words for 2019. This week we meditate on the word Fearless by reading through the following verses. Don’t worry or surrender to your fear. For you’ve believed in God, now trust and believe in me also. - John 14:1 (TPT) I leave the gift of peace with you—my peace. Not the kind of fragile peace given by the world, but my perfect peace. Don’t yield to fear or be troubled in your hearts—instead, be courageous! - John 14:27 (TPT) Lord, even when your path takes me through the valley of deepest darkness, fear will never conquer me, for you already have! You remain close to me and lead me through it all the way. Your authority is my strength and my peace. The comfort of your love takes away my fear. I’ll never be lonely, for you are near. - Psalm 23:4 (TPT) For God will never give you the spirit of fear, but the Holy Spirit who gives you mighty power, love, and self-control. - 2 Timothy 1:7 (TPT) Blessing you this week to walk in fearlessness with Jesus.   Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Your Words for 2019 Chosen Welcome to week 4 of our user submitted words for 2019. This week we meditate on the word Chosen, by reading through the following verses. Every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realm has already been lavished upon us as a love gift from our wonderful heavenly Father, the Father of our Lord Jesus—all because he sees us wrapped into Christ. This is why we celebrate him with all our hearts! And he chose us to be his very own, joining us to himself even before he laid the foundation of the universe! Because of his great love, he ordained us, so that we would be seen as holy in his eyes with an unstained innocence. - Ephesians 1:4 (TPT) You didn’t choose me, but I’ve chosen and commissioned you to go into the world to bear fruit. And your fruit will last, because whatever you ask of my Father, for my sake, he will give it to you! - John 15:16 (TPT) But you are God’s chosen treasure—priests who are kings, a spiritual “nation” set apart as God’s devoted ones. He called you out of darkness to experience his marvelous light, and now he claims you as his very own. He did this so that you would broadcast his glorious wonders throughout the world. - 1 Peter 2:9 (TPT) How does it feel to know that you are chosen by God?  Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Your Words for 2019 Delight Welcome to week 3 of our words for 2019. This week we meditate on the word Delight. May you enter into a deeper understanding of the delight God takes in you. Make God the utmost delight and pleasure of your life, and he will provide for you what you desire the most. - Psalm 37:4 (TPT) His love broke open the way and he brought me into a beautiful broad place. He rescued me—because his delight is in me! - Psalm 18:19 (TPT) But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and in His law he meditates day and night. - Psalm 1:2 (NASB) God delights in us. What is your response to His delight in you?   Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Your Words for 2019 Faithful This week we meditate on the word Faithful, by reading through the following verses. He will keep you steady and strong to the very end, making your character mature so that you will be found innocent on the day of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is forever faithful and can be trusted to do this in you, for he has invited you to co-share the life of his Son, Jesus, the Anointed One, our King! - 1 Corinthians 1:8-9 (TPT) Faithful is He who calls you, and He also will bring it to pass. - 1 Thessalonians 5:24 (NASB) If we are faithless, He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself. - 2 Timothy 2:13 (NASB) The Lord’s lovingkindnesses indeed never cease, for His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness. - Lamentations 3:22-23 (NASB) What is God showing you about faithfulness through these words?  Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Your Words for 2019 Hope In last weeks meditation I asked if you had a word for 2019. Is there a word God placed on your heart for this new year? Thanks to all who submitted their words on our Facebook page. I've chosen the word Hope for this week. What does hope mean for you? What feelings stir within you when you meditate on this word? God has much to say through even one word; what is He saying to you? Blessing you to discover new revelations this week as we set our focus on HOPE. Now may God, the inspiration and fountain of hope, fill you to overflowing with uncontainable joy and perfect peace as you trust in him. And may the power of the Holy Spirit continually surround your life with his super-abundance until you radiate with hope! - Romans 15:13 TPT Yet those who wait for the Lord will gain new strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles, they will run and not get tired, they will walk and not become weary. - Isaiah 40:31 NASB 'For I know the plans that I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope.' - Jer 29:11 NASB Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Your Words for 2019 Did you ask God to give you a word for 2019? If not, why not take a moment and ask him for one today. This week we're going to explore what it looks like to cling to the promises of God for our lives; specifically on one single word, a rhema word for this year. The following three Bible verses will help solidify this word into your heart. I bless you to hear God's thoughts for you in a greater measure this year. To stand on His promises for you and your loved ones. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord. - Colossians 3:16 NKJV Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus... - Philippians 2:5 NKJV Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart. Be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, my strength and my Redeemer. - Psalm 19:14 NKJV Thanks for listening! We hope you were blessed by this podcast. If so, please consider… Sharing: Help us reach more amazing people like yourself by sharing this episode on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Commenting: Visit our Facebook page, sharing your thoughts or asking a question. We read every comment and love responding! Reviewing: Leave a review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews mean a lot and help shape future content. Don’t forget to subscribe to Cultivate Collection Weekly, our weekly email providing you with resources and inspiration to help you grow your relationship with God.

Welcome to week 11, our final meditation on Psalm 91. This week's meditation is on Psalm 91:16 (TPT). We'll also read Psalm 91 in its entirety to finalize everything in one beautiful flow of scripture. Are there areas in your life where the Lord wants to see you fully satisfied? Are there any mindsets or experiences in your life that are trying to come against it? I pray that God shows you what the fullness of His salvation looks like today. Be blessed, be amazing, and happy New Year!

Welcome to week 10 of our Psalm 91 series. This week's meditation on Psalm 91:15 (TPT) is summed up best through the following quote from Robert Morgan's book, Reclaiming the Lost Art of Biblical Meditation: Find True Peace in Jesus. "Biblical meditation is a habit that allows us to pause long enough to be still and know that God is God. It leads us to spiritual growth, emotional strength, deepening intimacy with the Lord, and soul steadying peace. There is healing and holy power in pondering, picturing, and personalizing passages of scripture from God's word. And that's my simple definition for true meditation. Biblical meditation is the powerful practice of pondering, personalizing, and practicing scripture." Blessing you to enter into true meditation of God's word this week and every week.

We protect those we love. Is it any wonder where we get this trait from? God protects those who take delight in Him; it's the way love works. Welcome to week 9 of our Psalm 91 series. This week's meditation is on Psalm 91:14 (TPT). Is there anywhere you're not experiencing delight in the Lord? I pray He would reveal these spaces to you, filling you with the overwhelming awe and wonder of His goodness. Be blessed this week as you journey along your unique path to walking closer with God. I'm humbled and honored to be here for part of it.

This week's meditation on Psalm 91:11-13 (TPT) focuses on the angelic protection we receive from God. He sends His angels to protect you from harm. What an amazing fact of life! No matter our situation, no matter the circumstance, we are surrounded in protection. Blessing you to walk in the fullness of this truth today, tomorrow, and every day of your life.

Did you ever have a secret hiding place as a little kid? One of those places where you felt safe, secure, and powerful. Do you know we still have a place like that as adults? We do, and it is in the shadow of God's protection. Here we are, week 7 of our 11 week series meditating on Psalm 91. Where does the time go? This week as we focus on Psalm 91:9-10 (TPT) I invite you to relax, tune in, and allow God to nurture every part of your being.  

Welcome to week six of our 11 week series meditating on Psalm 91. This week we focus on Psalm 91:7-8 (TPT). Even in the midst of the most extreme calamities, God has everything under control. We never doubt in His ability to keep the planets in orbit, so why should we doubt in His ability to keep us. What does it look like when we let God be God and truly understand our role as Sons and Daughters? Blessing you to gain wisdom and revelation as you meditate on His word.

Welcome to week five of our 11 week series meditating on Psalm 91. This week we focus on Psalm 91:5-6 (TPT). You are His beloved, and because of that you don't need to fear a thing. What fearful thoughts have you been battling lately? We bless you to experience a place of safety in Him like never before. P.S. We're having our very first live workshop in Galveston, Texas on December 8th. If you or someone you know can attend, we'd love to see you there! Learn more and register on our Events page. 

Here we are, week three of our 11 week series meditating on Psalm 91. This week we focus on Psalm 91:3 (TPT), basking in the truth that God rescues us from every single trap of the enemy.  No matter where you are or what you're experiencing this week, take comfort in knowing that our Father in Heaven will stop at nothing to see you set free. 

Welcome to part two of our 11 week series meditating on Psalm 91:2 (TPT), an amazing source of truth and encouragement for all of us. It's just that good. Let's spend this week together learning why He is our greatest source of confidence and the only God for us. Blessing your spirit to receive all that God has for you! 

Welcome to a brand new series, we're excited to have you here with us. Over these next few weeks we're meditating on Psalm 91, an amazing source of truth and encouragement for all of us. When you sit enthroned under the shadow of Shaddai, you are hidden in the strength of God Most High. - Psalm 91:1 (TPT) As you allow this scripture to settle in your spirit, how do you feel about being hidden in God's strength? Blessing you to find rest, peace, and comfort today, and everyday as you learn to hide yourself under the shadow of Shaddai.

Welcome to the end of our journey through God's creation. This week recaps the entire account, from beginning to end. Genesis 1:1-2:3 (VOICE) What stirs within as you sit and meditate on the story of God's creative masterpiece? This same God, who created everything also created you!  Blessing you this week to be filled with awe and wonder with our mighty God. Enjoy!

So now you see how the Creator swept into being the spangled heavens, the earth, and all their hosts in six days. On the seventh day—with the canvas of the cosmos completed—God paused from His labor and rested. Thus God blessed day seven and made it special—an open time for pause and restoration, a sacred zone of Sabbath-keeping, because God rested from all the work He had done in creation that day. - Genesis 2:1-3 (VOICE) Imagine for a moment what those six days of creation looked like. There is God, speaking everything into existence and then He pauses, resting from His work.  If God, our all knowing all, powerful, all magnificent father chooses to rest after His labor, how much more do we need to take pause from ours? As you meditate on this scripture, ask God what rest for you looks like. Then ask Him to show you what it feels like. May you find your place of rest with Him.

God: Look! I have given you every seed-bearing plant that grows on the earth and every fruit-bearing tree. They will be your food and nourishment. As for all the wild animals, the birds in the sky, and every small creeping creature—everything that breathes the breath of life—I have given them every green plant for food. And it happened just as God said. Then God surveyed everything He had made, savoring its beauty and appreciating its goodness. Evening gave way to morning. That was day six.” - Genesis 1:29-31 (VOICE) God provides for all our needs; not a single thing left out or forgotten. What is the Holy Spirit revealing to you about the character and nature of God? We're blessing you to sit back, relax, and receive all that our Father wants to give us today, and everyday of our lives. Enjoy!

God: Now let Us conceive a new creation—humanity—made in Our image, fashioned according to Our likeness. And let Us grant them authority over all the earth—the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky, the domesticated animals and the small creeping creatures on the earth. So God did just that. He created humanity in His image, created them male and female. Then God blessed them and gave them this directive: “Be fruitful and multiply. Populate the earth. I make you trustees of My estate, so care for My creation and rule over the fish of the sea, the birds of the sky, and every creature that roams across the earth.” - Genesis 1:26-28 (VOICE) How's that? You are created in the image and likeness of God. Then He goes even further and gives you authority over all the earth. May you walk in the fullness of your authority today as a child of God. 

God: Earth, generate life! Produce a vast variety of living creatures—domesticated animals, small creeping creatures, and wild animals that roam the earth. It happened just as God said. God made earth-creatures in a vast variety of species: wild animals, domesticated animals of all sizes, and small creeping creatures, each able to reproduce its own kind. God saw that His new creation was beautiful and good. And God paused. - Genesis 1:24-25 (VOICE) We have been meditating on God's creation for the past five weeks. While today we see His mighty hand begin to fill creation with life, take notice of the last three words; and God paused. Something is still missing and His masterpiece is not yet complete. Take a pause this week while you meditate on how God must have felt as He surveyed all He made up until this point. Looking out into the beauty and splendor of this world, yet something was missing. That something is you.

God: Waters, swarm with fish and sea creatures. Let birds soar high above the earth in the broad expanse of sky. So God created huge sea creatures, all the swarm of life in the waters, and every kind and species of flying birds—each able to reproduce its own kind. And God saw that His new creation was beautiful and good. And God spoke this blessing over them: God: Be fruitful and multiply. Let creatures fill the seas. Let birds reproduce and cover the earth. Evening gave way to morning. That was day five. - Genesis 1:20-23 (VOICE) This same god, our God, the author of all creation, has filled you with endless wonders just as He has filled the seas. If His creativity is so vast and amazing, how much more has He poured into you, His beloved?

God: "Lights, come out! Shine in the vast expanse of heavens’ sky dividing day from night to mark the seasons, days, and years. Lights, warm the earth with your light." It happened just as God said. God fashioned the two great lights—the brighter to mark the course of day, the dimmer to mark the course of night—and the Divine needled night with the stars. God set them in heavens’ sky to cast warm light on the earth, to rule over the day and night, and to divide the light from the darkness. And God saw that His new creation was beautiful and good. Evening gave way to morning. That was day four. - Genesis 1:14-19 (VOICE) Just as God created the stars to be vast and numerous, He created us, humanity, to be the same. Each of us are created to shine, and when we all play our part we make the heavens glisten. Be the star you were created to be. Shine brightly. Shine boldly.

God: "Let the waters below the heavens be collected into one place and congregate into one vast sea, so that dry land may appear." It happened just as God said. God called the dry land "earth" and the waters congregated below "seas." And God saw that His new creation was beautiful and good. God: "Earth, sprout green vegetation! Grow all varieties of seed-bearing plants and all sorts of fruit-bearing trees." It happened just as God said. The earth produced vegetation—seed-bearing plants of all varieties and fruit-bearing trees of all sorts. And God saw that His new creation was beautiful and good. Evening gave way to morning. That was day three. - Genesis 1:9-13 (VOICE) God's creative power is vast and awe inspiring. From the smallest molecule to the ends of the universe, He created it all. What is God creating in you? What beautiful, awe-inspiring wonder is being formed within you, His masterpiece, right now?

"Let there be a vast expanse in the middle of the waters. Let the waters above part from the waters below. So God parted the waters and formed this expanse, separating the waters above from the waters below. It happened just as God said. And God called the vast expanse “sky.” Evening gave way to morning. That was day two." - Genesis 1:6-8 (VOICE) Just as God created the heavens and the earth, He is creating a masterpiece in you. Maybe you feel like you are in day one of this new creation. Maybe you feel like you're in day two. Rest assured, God's timing is perfect as He accomplishes a great work in you. No matter where you're at today, rejoice in knowing that the work God has begun in you is something He intends to see through to completion. 

"In the beginning, God created everything: the heavens above and the earth below. Here’s what happened: At first the earth lacked shape and was totally empty, and a dark fog draped over the deep while God’s spirit-wind hovered over the surface of the empty waters. Then there was the voice of God. Let there be light." - Genesis 1:1-5 (VOICE) Sometimes we get caught up in listening to negative press. Things going wrong in the world. Things going wrong with family and friends. Even things other people are saying you're doing wrong. The same God who spoke all of eternity into existence wants to speak into your life. Tune in to what God has to say about you; we're certain it's nothing but good news. 

Thanks so much for journeying through Psalm 103 with us. This is it, the last in our series. While it is a little sad to come to the end of these journeys through God's word, we're filled with excitement as we prepare for the next one. We believe you're going to be richly blessed by it. You'll just have to wait until next Thursday. Until then, here's episode eight of our eight week meditation through Psalm 103. We finish up with Psalm 103:20-22 (TPT) which is the crescendo of our meditation on the goodness of God. Rejoice today, leap for joy, let out a laugh or a shout. Let everything bless the Lord! He is that good. Be sure to check out our newest blog post, Pursuing Your Dream over on CultivateConnection.ca

Here is our second to last episode of our eight week meditation through Psalm 103. This week we're in Psalm 103:18-19 (TPT) where we dwell on the fact that God's throne is unshakeable, all powerful, and eternal. Sound very similar to His love for you doesn't it? P.S. Be sure to check out our newest blog post, More than enough over on CultivateConnection.ca

It's a humbling thought, "ashes to ashes, dust to dust" yet God's love knows no bounds. As finite our lives are, His blessings extend beyond this lifetime. There's another saying, "God takes us low to take us high" and I feel this is one of those times. After being brought to complete humility knowing we are mere dust, it is impossible not to leap for joy knowing there is a God who is intimately familiar with us and whose blessings last for all eternity. Our lives as we know it may not last forever but this love of His will. How is God telling you how much He loves you? What is He saying to you today? Welcome to week six of our journey through Psalm 103. This week we're meditating on Psalm 103:14-17 (TPT). If you've missed any episodes you can find us on iTunes. Be blessed this week and thanks for listening!

Here's week five of our journey through Psalm 103. If you've missed any episodes you can find us on iTunes. Do you know that you are guilt-free; sinless, spotless, and beautiful in the eyes of God? The world wants you to believe you are unworthy, unloved, and abandoned but this is not who you truly are. As we meditate on Psalm 103:12-13 (TPT) this week, we bless you to feel the love God has for you. To see yourself as He sees you and to think the thoughts He thinks about you. You're amazing!

Welcome to week four of our journey through Psalm 103. This week's meditation is on Psalm 103:9-11 (TPT) where we learn of God's loyal love for us. He doesn't find faults and His mercy extends higher than the heavens.  How loyal is your own love? Do you hold yourself to unrealistic standards or do you know how to extend mercy to yourself? Blessing you this week to come into a greater understanding of His love for you and your own love for yourself.

Who are we to deserve such mercy? We who fail our father again and again and again. In our own eyes we're unworthy, but in God's eyes we are priceless. He is patient, kind, slow to anger and abounding in mercy. As you meditate on this week's scripture, savor each passage as if you were dining on the finest meal. Allow God's word to satisfy every part of you. May it encourage, inspire and fill you with life. This week's meditation is on Psalm 103:6-8 (NKJV)

Have you ever thought much about all God has done for you? He gave us life. He gave us Jesus. What more could there be?  There's much more and this week we're going on a journey together, a journey to discover all the beautiful and awe inspiring things God has blessed you and I with, the children He loves dearly. This week's meditation is on Psalm 103:3-5 (TPT)

Welcome to our new series in Psalm 103. King David was a man who knew how to bare his whole heart to the Lord. The ups, the downs, and everything in between. The Psalms are filled with so much passion and emotion. Over the next few weeks we're going to enter in with David as he gushes with joy over the awe and wonder of God's love. I hope you're as excited as I am, because no matter where I am or what I'm experiencing, taking time to meditate on His goodness is always refreshing to my entire being. Enjoy, as we begin this week with Psalm 103:1-2 (TPT)

Welcome to the very last episode of our eight week series on John 15. We've been seeking to discover what it looks like to abide in Jesus. Our series ends in John 15 22-27 (TPT). Jesus has given us the Divine Encourager; the Spirit of Truth. What does He want to tell you today?   If you missed any of the previous meditations, links to each of them are below. Week 1 - Pruning Week 2 - Life-Union Week 3 - Powerfully Within You Week 4 - Nourished & Empowered By Love Week 5 - Intimate Friendship Week 6 - Bear Fruit Week 7 - You Are Mine

To whose values do you align yourself with? We're excited to present week #7 of our eight week series on John 15, where we're seeking to discover what it looks like to abide in Jesus. If you missed any of the previous meditations, I've placed links to them at the end of this email. This week we're in John 15 18-21 (TPT). The world first hated Jesus and will thus hate us. Fortunately He has taken us out of this world and called us to be His. Week 1 - Pruning Week 2 - Life-Union Week 3 - Powerfully Within You Week 4 - Nourished & Empowered By Love Week 5 - Intimate Friendship Week 6 - Bear Fruit

The fruit you bear will last! We're excited to present week #6 of our eight week series on John 15, where we're seeking to discover what it looks like to abide in Jesus. If you missed any of the previous meditations, I've placed links to them at the end of this email. This week we're in John 15 16-17 (TPT). In it, Jesus promises his disciples the fruit they bear will last. Do you believe the same to be true for your life? Week 1 - Pruning Week 2 - Life-Union Week 3 - Powerfully Within You Week 4 - Nourished & Empowered By Love Week 5 - Intimate Friendship

We're excited to present week #5 of our eight week series on John 15, where we're seeking to discover what it looks like to abide in Jesus. If you missed any of the previous meditations, I've placed links to them at the end of this email. This week we're in John 15 12-15 (TPT) where Jesus so beautifully describes our relationship to him, from his point of view. Take comfort in knowing we are not servants, but friends. Week 1 - Pruning Week 2 - Life-Union Week 3 - Powerfully Within You Week 4 - Nourished & Empowered By Love

Where does your heart need nourishing today? We're excited to present week #4 of our eight week series on John 15, where we're seeking to discover what it looks like to abide in Jesus. If you missed any of the previous meditations, I've placed links to them at the end of this email. This week we're in John 15 8-11 (TPT). Jesus provides the secret to experience God's overflowing gladness. When we live in His love, allowing Him to continually nourish our hearts, our lives bear abundant fruit. Blessing you experience the fullness of all God has for you in life!  Week 1 - Pruning Week 2 - Life-Union Week 3 - Powerfully Within You

Here's #3 of our eight week series on John 15, where we're seeking to discover what it looks like to abide in Jesus. If you missed the first two, I've placed links to them at the end of this email. This week we're in John 15 5-7 (TPT). As we come to understand how God is our source who lives within us, we discover how abundant and fruitful our lives can be. God wants to bring healing and fruitfulness into your life. Do you dare to ask Him for your desires to be fulfilled? Week 1 - Pruning Week 2 - Life-Union

Here's #2 of our eight week series on John 15, where we're seeking to discover what it looks like to abide in Jesus. If you missed the first one, I've placed a link to it at the end of this email. This week we're in John 15 3-4 (TPT). Another term for abide is to "remain" or "life union." If you feel you've been cut off from the vine, have hope! Jesus is inviting you into a union for life with Him. Week 1 - Pruning

Hi there, I'm so glad you're here! This is the first of our eight week series on John 15, where we're seeking to discover what it looks like to abide in Christ Jesus. Today is your day to be filled with hope as the Faithful Farmer comes and prunes. You will bear much fruit as He brings about a great harvest in your life. This first session focuses on John 15 1-2 (TPT).

It's time to let go of accusations and begin accepting who God says you are. When you see yourself in a photograph what do you think? A masterpiece? Because that is what God calls you. In a first ever for Cultivate Connection, we'd like to share a video with you. It's a powerful and compelling story of how we see ourselves and we hope it ministers to you. Enjoy Dove Real Beauty Sketches | You’re more beautiful than you think This week's meditation comes out of Ephesians 2:20, read from three different versions; NASB TPT NLT.

Here's the fourth and final of our four part series inspired by the 4-elements. Get ready to be ignited as we explore the element of fire. Our scripture this week is Luke 3:16 (TPT) John told the people he could only baptize with water, but Jesus will come and baptize into the spirit of holiness; into His raging fire. We bless you this week to receive and experience His raging fire over your life. To be filled to overflowing and to ignite all those around you.

In our third of a four part series inspired by the 4-elements we're going to FLOW, exploring the element of water. How is it the Holy Spirit wants to flow in and through you?  Who are the people He has called you to love?  What are the passions He has put on your heart?  Have you disqualified yourself for some reason? Our scripture this week is John 7:37-38 (TPT)

I'm really excited for our second of a four part series inspired by the 4-elements. We explore the element of air this week and its connection to our breath. The Holy Spirit breathes the breath of life into us, causing life and awakening. It is the spirit of God, and the power of God that establishes our freedom, something we can’t do on our own. The following verses are referenced in this weeks meditation: Gen 2:7 (NASB) - God breathes into Adam John 20:22 (TPT) - Jesus breathes on the disciples and says receive the Holy Spirit Romans 8:2 (VOICE) - The law of the spirit of life breathes into you and liberates you from the law of sin and death

Psalm 1:1-3 (TPT) describes the life God wants us to experience. Being deeply rooted, unshakeable, and bearing fruit in every season of our lives. Our Father in Heaven never promises things which are unattainable. That would be wicked and cruel; two attributes that couldn't be further from the truth of who God is. Ground yourself into the truth that God delights those who pursue Him. His ways lead to refreshment, prosperity, blessing, and bliss. He is the perfect father and you are His beloved child.

We often read of Jesus in our Bibles, but have you ever stopped to consider this? Jesus has a spirit, soul, and body just like me and you. In John 1:9-14 (TPT) we read how Jesus was conceived by the spirit, rejected by those he loved, and glorified in splendor by his father. Heartache is not foreign to him; bodily pain is something he's borne more than most; connection with his father is perfection. Who not better to look to for wisdom and guidance when it comes to understanding our own spirit, soul, and body? Jesus knows what it feels like, trust me. What advice does He have to lend when you take a moment to ask Him?

Thanks for carving out space to sit and connect. I am humbled each and every week by the number of people who use this little podcast as a way to draw closer to God. As we meditate on Acts 3:1-9 (TPT) this week, I want you to reflect on your expectations. What do you expect of yourself? What do you expect of God? What does the word "expectation" even mean to you? We all have expectations. This week is your opportunity to bring yours into alignment with the power of Jesus.

God often does things that seem backward to us. Last being first, rich being poor, etc. One of the ways He flips our wisdom on its head is through abundance and overflow coming from a place of rest. We're often taught that hard work and persistence is what really gets results, but not with God. In true form He shows us how our thinking is backwards. Where is it you need to find rest? Allow His love to fill that space and watch what He does. Ephesians 3:17 (TPT) is our scripture for this week. 

What if I told you there are unlimited riches and favor residing within you? Would you believe me?  Here's the beginning of our new series for the next four weeks. Ephesians 3:14-16 (TPT) is the first scripture we'll be meditating on.  I pray this series deepens your relationship with God in ways you haven't yet experienced.

Here it is! The last week of our seven week meditation through Psalms 107 (TPT), verses 38-43. We're so happy you've joined us over these last seven weeks. If you're just joining in, be sure to check out the links at the end of this email for the previous meditations of this series. Just as most of us do not understand the intricacies of the digestive system, it does not make food any less nourishing to us. While we may not understand every hidden secret in God's word, it still provides rich nourishment to us. So be nourished today, and everyday as you meditate on scripture. I pray God's word saturates your heart with His great love and mercy. As you allow His word to wash over you, pay attention to what He wants to speak to you specifically in this place.

Welcome to week six of our seven week meditation through Psalms 107:33-38 (TPT). God can dry up a raging river just as easily as He can create an oasis in a barren desert. He can make the fruitful barren and the barren fruitful, for He is God and His ways are perfect. When you take time to meditate this week, which of these images resonate with you more? Barrenness or fruitfulness? What is it He wants to say to you in this place? If you're just joining us and have not yet listened to weeks 1-5, here are the links to them. Week 1: Better Than You Can Imagine Week 2: He Satisfies the Soul Week 3: His Light Breaks Through the Darkness Week 4: What Do You Believe? Week 5: God Stilled the Storm

Welcome to week five of our seven week meditation through Psalm 107:23-32 (TPT). How great and wonderful is our God! No matter the storms, He is there to hear our cries. How does He respond? Jesus speaks to the storm and it bows down in humble obedience.  What storms are brewing in your life right now? Come and ask Jesus to quiet them on your behalf.

Welcome to week four of our seven week meditation through Psalm 107:17-22 (TPT). No matter where you are and no matter what you're going through, there is God and He has feelings towards you. What do you believe about the way He feels for you? Do you believe He's angry with you? How about displeased by you? Do you believe He loves you and will pursue you to the ends of the earth? Take a journey and find out. You might just be pleasantly surprised. Blessings, Amy P.S. If you're just joining us and have not yet listened to weeks 1-3, here are the links to them. You can also find them on iTunes. Week 1: Better Than You Can Imagine Week 2: He Satisfies the Soul Week 3: His Light Breaks Through the Darkness

Do you feel as though you're stumbling through life? I wonder if you believe God is just sitting there, watching you trudge through your own pain and suffering. In a last ditch effort maybe you cry out, "Lord, rescue me!" Rejoice and take courage! His love for you smashes every prison door and breaks every single chain of captivity. For His light breaks though even the deepest darkest places in your life.  Welcome to week three of our seven week meditation through Psalm 107:10-16 (TPT).

Welcome to week two of our seven week meditation through Psalm 107 (TPT). As you listen to verses 4-9, pay attention to the truths Jesus wants to sow into your heart. What does He want to give you to take away from this meditation? What does He have that satisfies your soul? P.S. I want to share a comment Tamika Lanzon left on the Facebook page. I am immensely humbled and encouraged each time I see how God is meeting the listeners of this podcast. This is why I love doing this! "I listened to this podcast this morning and had tears streaming down my face. I am so grateful to you for your awesome intentions and for giving me opportunity to be with God in this beautiful way - I feel so much peace and calm since discovering your podcasts around Mid October 2017. I have had some magical revelations through the guided meditations and needed an opportunity to thank you AMY Chapoton - you are truly beautiful - God Bless you xox" -Tamika Lanzon

Happy New Year and welcome to the first meditation of 2018. We are going to spend the next seven weeks meditating through Psalm 107 (TPT). I believe this particular scripture is a "now word" for the season we are in. I pray it speaks to you and brings lots of encouragement as we begin this amazing year. Be sure to check out our Facebook page. Others are sharing their personal declarations and some are being transformed into beautiful graphics. Will yours be the next one?

Welcome to our last podcast of 2017. As the new year approaches, many of us look to 2018 with eager anticipation of new habits; new victories; new mindsets. But just like traveling you have to leave things behind as you pack your luggage, otherwise there isn't room. In order to make room for all the new things 2018 has to offer, we need to leave some things behind. Take time this week to ask God what He wants you to leave behind. "God, I give you all I've been holding onto in order to make room for every wonderful new thing you have for me." Here's to a year filled with freedom and exciting new things! This weeks meditation draws inspiration from Isaiah 43:18-19.

This is it, our last week of Advent. In just four days from today Jesus will be celebrated around the world. Even though many who celebrate Christmas may not necessarily celebrate Jesus, or even acknowledge Him, they operate in His spirit of love. Gifts are given, families and friends dine together, laughter is shared. This is the Advent week of Love, God's love for all humanity. As I read from Luke 1:67-79 (TPT) along with the Advent Devotional, Come and Behold Him by Dr. Brian Simmons, we hear Zechariah’s Song. Let us shout for joy as God has given us the greatest gift in the history of all eternity, His son Yeshua. Our great deliverer who has given us the knowledge of salvation. 

This Sunday ushers in the third week of Advent. Just a mere eleven days from now it will be Christmas; it's amazing how close it is. As we count down the days, we do so with joyful anticipation. Coincidentally enough our theme this week is Joy. The joy of knowing God never forgets to love us. He never forgets and He always fulfills His promises. This is where we draw our joy from, the promise God made to us through His son Jesus. Rejoice, shout aloud, and jump for joy! God never forgets and He keeps every promise He makes. I read from Luke 1:46-55 (TPT) along with the Advent Devotional, Come and Behold Him by Dr. Brian Simmons.

December 10th marks the second week of Advent and the theme we're meditating on is Peace. This week we look to the story of Mary. She's just been told by the angel Gabriel how she will become pregnant but not by man. In her day and age, this news could have brought reason to be fearful and guilt-ridden but that's not how Mary reacted. She was filled with a Peace that surpased all understanding. That same Peace is extended to you. What obstacles will you overcome this week because of the Peace that dwells within you? I read from Luke 1:26-38 (TPT) along with the Advent Devotional, Come and Behold Him by Dr. Brian Simmons.

Today is the last day of November which means the start of Advent is just a few days away. December 3rd marks the beginning of Advent, a time for reflection on hope, peace, joy, and love. Four themes rooted and grounded in the fact that God became a man, entering into His own creation. The story of Joseph, a man who stands in the shadow of his wife and son is a story abounding with hope. His story is such a powerful source of inspiration for us all. When life delivers news that isn’t the most convenient, think of Joseph and be filled with a hope that downs out all noise. This week I read from Matthew 1:18-24 (TPT) along with the Advent Devotional, Come and Behold Him by Dr. Brian Simmons.

This weeks meditation on Psalms 33:20-22 (VOICE) marks the end of our ten week journey through Psalms 33. I hope you have been blessed immensely by this series. May your heart be filled with joy as we wait on Him who is our Divine Help and Impenetrable Shield. The one who drenches us with His endless love.

Have you ever heard the phrase "pull yourself up by your bootstraps" before? Upon first hearing, it sounds like such a noble thought. You're strong; you're courageous; you're resourceful and smart. Only after the initial excitement wears off does one soon realize the absurdity of this statement. No one can actually pull oneself up by their own bootstraps. This week, focus on the areas of life where you're trying to rescue yourself by your own strength and realize it just can't be done. Luckily there is someone waiting to do it for you, God. Be blessed this week as we meditate on Psalms 33:16-18 (VOICE)

As God looks upon us from His heavenly throne, He sees us. When you think about this, what feelings arise within you? Do you feel concerned that the creator of Heaven and Earth sees you right where you are? Is there shame or guilt associated with this thought? Or do you feel a childlike joy of wanting to be seen? Like children who say “Daddy, daddy, look at me! Watch me now!” Our perspective on how we view our Father in heaven directly impacts how we approach Him. I bless you this week to discover a deeper awareness of your relationship with God. Our weekly meditation is drawn from Psalms 33:13-15 (NASB)

Just as every good parent pours into their children, each desires to also leave a legacy. God does much the same with us, His children. The thoughts of God's heart will awaken and stir all generations. What is He speaking to you in this season of your life? He is leaving you a legacy as your inheritance. Step into all that He has for you this week as we meditate on Psalm 33:10-12 (VOICE).

For He spoke and all things came into being. How awesome is that? The same God who spoke everything into existence is the one who has filled you with His breath of life. It's in our very nature to be creative given who our father is. As we meditate on Psalm 33:6-9 (VOICE) this week, what begins to stir in your heart? Step into the creativity given by Him who whispered the stars into existence.

Do you take God for His word? Do you believe that His promises are faithful? Are there unfulfilled promises in your life causing you to doubt Him? This week we're going to meditate on two powerful verses. What comes to light as you sit with these? For the word of the Eternal is perfect and true;     His actions are always faithful and right. He loves virtue and equity;     the Eternal’s love fills the whole earth. Psalm 33:4-5 (VOICE) & (TPT) I bless your spirit to connect with Holy Spirit and receive all that He has for you.

What sort of praise is there deep down inside of you? Have you ever wondered how sweet your sound is when it hits your Father's ears? King David, a man after God's own heart, is known by many of his accomplishments including unabashed praise. Don't hold back this week as you discover the freedom and joy in worshipping Him with everything you've got. While it may not seem like much to you, rest assured it's everything to Him. This week's meditation comes from Psalm 33:1-3 (TPT and VOICE).

What is the foundation you’re building upon? Can it withstand the trials and tribulations life hurls its way? It’s not easy to look back at something we’ve been building only to take it all down and start over. Our Father loves us too much to sit back and watch us continue building something that will crumble. Ask Him to show you where you’re not rooted and grounded on that firm foundation. These are His truths that will steady you in the face of any storm. We read of Jesus’ words from Matthew 7:24-29 (NSAB & MSG).

If we desire a deeper relationship with God, then what are we doing to cultivate it? Jesus, perhaps the only one who has ever had perfect relationship with the Father said this, “I only do what I see the Father doing. He loves me and includes me in everything He does.” In this resurrection life of ours, how are we eagerly and excitedly coming before our Father? Take a pause this week and brace yourself for adventure as you ask the greatest father in the world, “What’s next, Papa?” This weeks meditation comes from Romans 8:15-17 (The Message)

Are there areas in your life right now where you’re striving to make things happen? This week we’re going to pause and listen closely. Is God saying “Watch Me, and see all that I’m about to do for you.”? As we meditate on Jeremiah 33:6-9 (NASB), here are some of God’s amazing promises we can declare over ourselves. “I will restore your wealth.” “I will cleanse you of your sins.” “Your name will be a name of joy, praise and glory.” Take heart my friend, our God’s love knows no bounds. I’m blessing you to experience a deeper connection with Him this week.

Hope, in our modern day vocabulary misses the mark of its original intent. It is not meant to describe wishful thinking as a way to make ourselves feel good. No, hope is when we allow our minds to become occupied with Heaven. It is something we are meant to do in all circumstances. When we fix our gaze upon Heaven, the hope which fills us cannot be contained. Not only does it satisfy our own needs, it overflows spreading righteousness, peace, and joy everywhere we go. Go, and spread the good news of hope today to everyone you encounter. This week weeks meditation is from Romans 15:13 (The Message).

We love comfort. We love doing the things that help bring normalcy and routine, even if those very things are “busy work” and not always fun. There’s a funny catch though, is God calling us out of our normal in order to call us into His? Is God highlighting areas in your life where you are trying to serve like Martha, rather than sit like Mary? If we’re not supposed to experience discomforts in life then what is the purpose of a comforter? Discomfort is not the enemy. It is the very thing that drives us into the arms of our Father. This week weeks meditation is from 2 Corinthians 4:16 and Luke 10:38-42 (NKJV) I also read from Beholding and Becoming by Graham Cooke.

To be rooted and grounded in love, we must immerse ourselves in the love of Christ everyday. - Graham Cooke As God continuously draws us out into His love, we cannot remain where we currently are. Maybe we’re camped out in a field of bitterness or unforgiveness. Take heart! What may seem daunting for us to overcome is easy for Him.  So what are you being drawn out of in order to be drawn into Love? This week weeks meditation is from Ephesians 3:14-21 (NKJV). I also read from Beholding and Becoming by Graham Cooke.

Even when our soul is depressed and downcast God remains our mountain of strength. As we lament we place our love for God above even the worst circumstances in our lives. How wonderful it is to praise Him in the midst of our sorrows. How much more to praise Him when He delivers us from tragedy! Because He, is our mighty deliverer.  This week weeks meditation is from Psalm 42 (NKJV). I also read from Beholding and Becoming by Graham Cooke.

Did you know that God is not a halfway god? When He makes a promise He sees it through to completion. Never does He forsake the works of His own hands. What promises are you holding onto where hope may be fading? Now is the time to press in and be filled with encouragement knowing the faithfulness of our God. This week we finish meditating through Psalm 138:8 (TPT)

Is there an area of your life where you feel distraught, broken, or beaten down? Maybe you feel like you're in a dry spell of a season. Who does God want to be for you during this season? King David in the midst of being hunted down on all sides, proclaimed this of his God, "Through your mighty power I can walk through any devastation. You will keep me alive, reviving me." As we continue meditating through Psalm 138:6-7 (TPT) this week, take heart in knowing your God is there to revive you. 

When the Israelites wandered the desert God gave them fresh mana everyday. He upheld and sustained them with His provision. His love for us has not changed. Our God who knows everything about us has a fresh word for each of us, every day. His words causes kings to praise His name. What is it that He wants to tell you today? We continue meditating through Psalm 138. This week we read Psalm 138:4-5 (TPT).

When you call, do you feel God answers? Sometimes we miss it when we expect Him to respond a certain way. Let’s dive into Psalm 138:3 (TPT), coming into His divine presence absent our own agendas as to how He "should" answer. Instead, let your heart open up to experience God as He desires to reveal Himself to you. The Holy Spirit desires to reveal Jesus to us in many creative ways. Discover the unique way He wants to talk to you today.

Are you able to enter into your deepest worship towards God? The busyness of life and the circumstances we face can often distract us from finding that place of true worship. Let’s seek the divine presence of God together this week through Psalm 138:1-2 (TPT) and discover how we can worship God will all the passion of our hearts as King David did.

Do you believe you are a saint, blessed with all spiritual blessings? Who you believe you are determines how you walk out your life. This week we meditate on Ephesians 1:1-3 (NASB MSG) Focusing on the spiritual blessings we currently have access to.

How much time do you spend worrying about getting your needs met? Are you suffering from anxious thoughts of not enough? I dare to say that provision may not be the problem. Even with more you will still find yourself worrying. The true problem is not knowing your value, how God sees you. Through this weeks meditation on Matthew 6:25-34 (NASB) we will enter into the truth of this declaration, “I am of priceless value.” When we know our value to God we can live free from worry knowing He will take care of that which He values.

Whether it's our mind, will, or emotions, there are areas in our lives which hinder the relationship God desires to have with us. Come alive in Christ today as you can enter into the deeper relationship He has for you. This week I read from Romans 6:6-11 (The Message). In the beginning of this weeks meditation, I also read from the following book: Towards a Powerful Inner Life by Graham Cooke

Are you feeling empty or like you have areas in your life that seem dried up? The bible says we can be like a well-watered garden, a spring that never runs dry. So where is the disconnect? Perhaps a perspective change is needed. What we focus on we make room for. In this weeks meditation we dive into Isaiah 58:9-12 (MSG) opening up keys to having a full life in the emptiest of places. We were made to overflow.

Sometimes we feel we are all alone, that God himself has abandoned us. How are we to make sense of these seasons especially when God says “He will never leave us or forsake us.” What if this feeling of being alone is actually an invitation to grow your relationship with God? Join us this week as we meditate on Jeremiah 17:7-8 (NASB & MSG), and take advantage of this opportunity to learn to grow your roots in God. When the droughts of life come you will be deeply rooted, firmly planted and full of life.  The story I read is an excerpt from Set Apart by Vera Wurtz.

Trust is by definition the firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something. The problem is that people along life's journey will occasionally let us down. When trust is broken or misused, our pain can hinder our ability to trust again. Not only that, it can affect the way we see God; tainting our ability to trust His faithfulness. Where do you stand with trust in your relationships? What about your relationship with God? This week we will expand our ability to trust God by feasting on His faithfulness, building a roadmap of our history with Him. Join us in Psalm 37:3-5 (TPT) this week and enter into the security gained by trusting God. Letting anxiety fade away as we choose to trust God even through difficult situations. We all need to be reassured, David surely did!

No matter what has us feeling downcast, pressure from family; pressure from work; pressure from society, fear not. God is there to lift your head. But in the depths of my heart I truly know that you have become my shield. You take me and surround me with yourself. Your glory covers me continually. You alone restore my courage for you lift  high my head when I bow low in shame. This weeks meditation draws inspiration from Psalm 3:3 and Luke 7:37-50.

When is the last time you thought about the meaning of the word "friend?" I just looked it up myself and learned it describes someone attached to another by affection or esteem; one that is not hostile. So what does a relationship look like when we allow ourselves to feel the affection God has for us? How do we express our affection towards Him? Discover it yourself today as we learn how every tender lover finds friendship with God and you will hear His intimate secrets. Blessing you this week as we finish up our meditation on Proverbs 3, ending with verses 31-35 (TPT).

How we respond to situations is often an indicator of things going on within our heart. Is there something Holy Spirit wants to reveal to you? When we choose to let go of bitterness and grudges we're able to see as God sees; to love as He loves. Victory awaits you today when you partner with Holy Spirit and learn to live from a place of peace. This week we are meditating on Proverbs 3:27-30 (TPT).

We've experienced restlessness that robs us of sleep and peace. There is hope when we place our trust and confidence in Jesus. He looks after us and protects us; ensuring we sleep like a baby, safe and secure. May His peace lead us into a place of sweet rest, free from worry and harm. We bless you to be confident in the wisdom of knowing your father in heaven is protecting you. This week we are meditating on Proverbs 3:23-26 (TPT).

Do you feel like you have access to His wisdom and discernment? What sort of thoughts come to mind when you imagine what wisdom and discernment look like in your life? Are you ready to set your gaze on the life they bring?  This week we are meditating on Proverbs 3:21-23 (TPT). Seeking to never let Wisdom out of our sight. 

The same divine revelation used to bring forth the universe was used to beautifully create you. God has a perfect plan for everything and no detail goes unnoticed. Will you invite God in to show you His perfect blueprints for your life? This week we are meditating on Proverbs 3:14-18 (TPT). Blessing you to allow God to redefine how you see yourself.

Jesus is the solution to every problem we face. Through the wisdom of God we have access to solutions, not only for ourselves but for the problems we see around us. Do you crave the great treasure of increased wisdom in your own life? The sweet ways of wisdom? This week we are meditating on Proverbs 3:14-18 (TPT). Pressing into the healing tree of life found in wisdom.

We're excited to present our 99th meditation podcast to you this week. Join us as we continue our meditations in Proverbs 3:11-13 (The Passion Translation). The Lord disciplines those he loves, and because you do not despise His discipline you are richly blessed. Be filled with wisdom and understanding today as God pours out His love unto you.

Can you identify the areas in your life where you are feeling restful? What about the areas you are experiencing restlessness? In our busy world it is easy to check out and not be in tune with what is going on inside of us. Join us today as we continue our meditations in Proverbs 3:10-11 (The Passion Translation). Let’s reconnect and find that The Source of inner joy which can only be found in Jesus.

Join us this week as we continue to journey on our quest for wisdom found only in God. Do you trust Him completely? Can you rely on Him with your whole heart? Are awe and wonder your first responses when turning your attention to God? Can you find intimacy with Him in your everyday tasks? Proverbs tells us if we can engage with these things above, we can also have the healing and refreshment our spirit and body longs for. Let’s find Wisdoms Guidance together as we meditate on Proverbs 3:5-8 (The Passion Translation).

What does a life lived well look like? How do we even know if we're on the right path to a rich and rewarding life? Money, status, influence? Health, family, community? God has a blueprint for it. His kindness, truth, love and faithfulness bring promises of peace and prosperity. Tap into His wisdom to receive favor in His eyes and the eyes of everyone around you. This week we are taking some time to meditate on Proverbs 3:1-4 (The Passion Translation).

We all have storms that come in our lives, some of which last longer than others. Are you able to recognize Jesus in the midst of them? It is easy to get focused on the wind and waves, wondering if we'll ever make it through. This week we are taking some time to meditate on Matthew 14:22-33 (NASB). Learning how to not only find Jesus in the storm, but also take the courage needed to walk towards Him.

There once was a time God's law was given to Moses and this is what man had to live by. Time and time again it only proved how incapable they were at upholding it, for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. But then, God did a new thing. He sent His son to reveal Himself to man. How we see Jesus is how we see God, and how we see God is how we see Jesus; the two are interwoven. Jesus is the perfect revelation of the Fathers heart. To know Him is to know God. This week I read from John 1:17-18 (The Passion Translation)

If you're like me you live in a busy world that offers plenty of things to seek comfort in. Food, entertainment, and day-to-day activities all make good distractions to what's really going on. Are our hearts set in the right direction? Jesus wants to pour out His fullness and grace upon you no matter what's going on. Whether you're in bad times or good right now, take pause and set your heart on Him. This week I read from John 1:15-16 (The Passion Translation)

You can become a living expression of God. Do you believe that? Do you believe Jesus still lives among us today? He has taken up residence within you so that you too can become a living expression of God. By grabbing hold of who you are in Christ you begin to catch His heart for His people. Discover the things God has given you His heart for and begin to live out of the overflow of tender mercy and grace.

When we see the Father for who He really is we are forever changed. When we welcome Him into our lives and embrace His loving kindness, we begin to step into our true identity. Recognize God for who He truly is and you will recognize yourself for who you truly are! This week I read from John 1:6-12 (The Passion Translation)

Take comfort in knowing that God is the light which overcomes all darkness. In Him and through Him nothing is impossible. As you meditate on this week's scripture, I bless you to experience God as more than mere words on a page This week I read from John 1:1-5 (The Passion Translation)

You are created to thrive in life and in doing so give glory to God. Maybe you don't feel that way. Maybe you feel exactly the opposite. But there is Jesus, calling out to you "it's never too late." Roll away the stone and believe in the impossible. Jesus says "If you believe in me you will see God unveiled." It's time for you to arise and shine! This week I read from John 11:1-44 (The Passion Translation)

The moment we took our first breath is a moment none of us can remember. This is the same moment He takes great delight in. He thought of you before the creation of the world. He knew you before you were even formed in the womb. Then suddenly, you entered His creation. God is with you. The mighty warrior who saves rejoices over you with singing. Happy birthday, He has set you apart for great things! This meditation, number 87, is dedicated to my dear friend Susi; the reason this even exists. Thank you Susi, you are a treasure. Scripture reading is from Zephaniah 3:17 and Jeremiah 1:5 (NIV).

He preserves you from trouble and surrounds you with songs of deliverance. Our breakthroughs are experienced within the secret hiding place He provides for us. I pray that you would come to know the divine protection He covers you with. Our comforter, our redeemer, our rescuer, our God. This weeks reading comes out of Psalm 32:7-8 (NASB and Passion Translation).

I hope you are enjoying the beginnings of this new year. Whether or not you've made New Years resolutions, we can all relate to the feelings of failure. Failures of all sorts can bring us down, causing us to feel unworthy, incapable, or insignificant. Thankfully there is good news. God is looking to put His splendor on display and it is through our weakness His power is perfected in us. He is the God of the great exchange; our weakness for His power. This weeks reading comes out of 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 (NASB) and Exodus 3:1-12 (NSAB).

Happy New Year! I'm excited to bring you the first meditation of 2017. This is going to be a year of breakthrough. Ask Holy Spirit to show you where He has breakthrough for you.  I pray this meditation ministers deeply to you and sets the stage for a fantastic year. This weeks reading comes out of Micah 2:13 (NKJV and NASB) and Isaiah 10:27 (NKJV).

When we choose to live a life led of the Spirit, the fruit of such a life is as unique as a snowflake. No two look the same. Draw closer to Him today receiving all that He has for you, and in doing so be transformed into the unique version of You He crated you to be. This weeks reading comes out of Galatians 5:22-26 (The Message).

A lot can go wrong when we're not paying attention which is why Paul said "Awake, O sleeper, and arise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you." Take time this week to ask God to awaken your heart so that your full attention can be given to Him. Be blessed with the fullness of life and health found in His words. This weeks reading comes out of Proverbs 4:20-27 (NASB and The Message).

Was it not enough for God to create the universe and place us in it? Was it not enough that He created us in His very image? Where those not enough that God choose to come down in flesh and humility, dwelling amongst His children? Could this be the ultimate gift from God? The birth of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus. This weeks reading comes out of Luke 1:26-38 (NASB).

When we see God rightly and understand the truth of who He is, all of our preconceived notions of who we are blown away. The truth of your value can only be found in Him. May His fullness of joy surround you today as you draw near to Him. This weeks reading comes out of Psalm 16:9-11 (The Passion Translation & NASB).

Some of us have forgotten who we are. While we've run after the wrong things we've run away from the most important thing, God. Hit the reset button today. He's calling us back to be His majestic ones in whom He delights. This weeks mediation is taken from Psalm 16 read from several bible versions. (New American Standard Bible) (The Passion Translation) (New Living Translation) (Amplified Bible) (The Message) (New King James Version) (The Voice) (New International Version)

Each of us need direction in our lives. Luckily for us God is our counselor who even instructs us in our sleep. You are never out of His sight and He is never unavailable. Let His truth wash over you today as He establishes you on unshakeable foundation. This weeks mediation is taken from Psalm 16:7-8 (The Passion Translation)

What did David see that we don't see? To sing that God is his prize, his pleasure, and his portion. What did he believe that we don't? To understand his would be a delightful inheritance.  God has truly given the best to those who follow Him. Do you believe it? This weeks mediation is taken from Psalm 16:5-6 (The Passion Translation)

An artist is just finishing. Dipping their brush one last time to sign their work, they set the brush down. Stepping back they admire their masterpiece from a distance. They've put their heart and soul into this work. Anyone with an astute eye can see the artist themselves represented within this creation. And so it is with God. He completed His masterpiece. In one last act He breathed into it and it came alive. Anyone with an astute eye can see the artist Himself represented within this creation. All His joy, all His love, all His passion, all His creativity is within YOU. This weeks mediation is taken from Psalm 16:1-2 (The Passion Translation)

The Son of almighty God is interceding on your behalf. The One who knows the number of hairs on your head. The One who saves every tear you've shed. What does that mean to you? God created it all; nothing lives apart from Him. As awesome, magnificent, and powerful God is, He is our safest, surest bet to run to when we need to be embraced. This weeks mediation is taken from Psalm 16:1-2 (The Passion Translation)

We refer to Him as the "Good Shepherd" and we are His flock. Jesus is the one who opens the gate of our confined pen and leads us out into beautiful green pastures. "Being a Christian does not mean, first and foremost believing in a message. It means believing in a person." Gustavo Gutierrez This person is Jesus, the only one who can lead us out of bondage and into freedom. This weeks mediation is taken from John 10:1-15 (The Passion Translation)

When we do something great it gives us a confidence boost. While we gladly hold our heads up high and feel good about ourselves, where is this confidence anchored? What if we were able to be bold and confident by just being? A confidence, a joy, a boldness that comes only from recognizing how God sees us. You have not only been made adequate by His spirit, you are more than enough through Christ Jesus. You are His masterpiece. This weeks meditation comes out of 2 Corinthians 3:4-6 and Matthew 3:16-17 (NASB).

It's time for us to stop trying to self protect. No matter how high our walls stretch towards the heavens, they only serve to keep us imprisoned. Where can we turn to for help? Our Creator continually watches over us. He protects us from danger both day and night. Where is our help? It is in God himself. This weeks meditation comes out of Psalm 121 (The Passion Translation).

Jesus tells us the greatest commandment is to love the Lord our God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength (Matt 22:37) which sounds great, but do you have any idea how to do that? How do we follow a command if we really have no idea what it means? How do we do anything with all our heart? In Jeremiah 29:11-13 it says you will find God if we search for Him with all your heart. There is that phrase again; all your heart. Join us in this weeks mediation as we journey into this very place with the Holy Spirit, giving Him space to empower and equip us to wholeheartedness.

Relationship, that's all He wants. The Lord longs to be engaged in your life. What good father doesn't want to be center stage with his kids? Pause today and engage with with the words He has spoken over your life. Words that will not return void. He will meet you there. This week's meditation comes out of Isaiah 55:6-13 and James 5:16. 

Let's have a celebration! God takes joy in you. He delights in you. You are His beloved. Invite Holy Spirit to come and celebrate with you today because if there was ever cause for celebration, this is it. This week I read John 16:33 and Zephaniah 3:17 from Spiritual Disciplines Handbook, Practices That Transform Us by Adele Ahlberg Calhoun. You can find the book HERE.

Are there areas where you have withdrawn from God's love? He has never stopped loving you. Embraced by His love, nothing, absolutely nothing can pry His arms from around you. Will you open up your heart today and receive this eternal embrace which says, "I'll never quit loving you." This week's meditation comes out of Romans 8:35-39.

If you're like me, the onslaught of negative thoughts seems endless, especially when given permission to have a say in our lives. Fortunately we have reason to celebrate! All those thoughts are just empty promises. Who can condemn us when Jesus himself intercedes on our behalf. He is for us, so let no man, even ourselves come against us. This week's meditation comes out of Romans 8:31-34.

God's no idiot. From the very beginning He knew every little thing He was doing, down to the smallest particle. He knew Jesus would restore all things and He also knew that you were to be His son or daughter forever, no matter what. So wherever you are, pause and listen because He's calling you by name and He'll never quit. This week's meditation comes out of Romans 8:29-30.

Do you feel like God is working for you or against you? Many of us know Romans 8:26-28 where it says God is working all things together for good, but it is easy to get tired in the waiting. In these spaces is where we need to remember that we are not alone, the Holy Spirit is right alongside, helping us along. Reading from Romans 8:26-28 (NASB)

Do you have promises from the Lord that you have not yet seen come to pass? Have you lost hope to see those promises or are you joyfully expectant in the waiting? We don’t hope for those things we already have! Let God infuse you with the reality of what it means to be His son or daughter, to step into receiving all He has for you. This week's meditation comes out of Romans 8:19-25.

You belong to the happiest, healthiest, most influential and wealthy family that has ever existed, or ever will. What will life look like when each of us come to fully understand that reality? We are children of God, fellow heirs with Christ. The very same spirit that raised Jesus from the dead now lives within us. It's time for us to let go of that old life and begin experiencing the world through this new one. This week's meditation comes out of Romans 8:15-18.

What if we were to fully understand what it means that God dwells in us this very second? For those who have welcomed Him in, His spirit of life lives within us. The very same spirit that raised jesus from the dead. It's time for us to let go of that old life and begin experiencing the world through this new one. This week's meditation comes out of Romans 8:10-14.

Why go it alone when you have someone who wants to help? Help that comes from none other than the author of all existence. Why do we work, strive, and try to make a way by redoubling our efforts? It isn’t going to work; we can’t save ourselves. Set your mind on the same God who raised Jesus from the dead and now moves in your life. Simply embrace the Spirit of God and all He is doing in you. This week's meditation comes out of Romans 8:5-11.

Are we living under the black cloud of disapproval and punishment or are we walking in the Spirit of Life Jesus has given us? It is time to live out the reality of what Jesus did for us; abolishing condemnation once and for all. This week's meditation comes out of Romans 8:1-4.

This week's meditation comes out of 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, and in everything give thanks. These are things we are all called to do, even created to do. Yet, it does not come naturally for most of us.

Everything changed for Simon son of Jonah the moment he was able to answer this question asked by Jesus, “Who do you say I am?” Revealed by revelation, Simon could see Jesus rightly which in turn caused Jesus to reveal the truth of Simon’s identity and destiny. From then on he was called Peter, a rock on which Jesus would build His church. Do you have a revelation from God’s heart to the same question Jesus is asking you today, “Who do you say I am?" This week's meditation comes out of Matthew 16:13-19.

David knew the secret of how to live life and not be shaken; hidden in God’s shelter, out of reach of his enemies. This week we are meditating on Psalm 27 from The Passion Translation. We too can live in a place of fearless faith as David did.

Where have you been focusing your gaze? Today we look at the story of the Israelites as they fled Egypt. Exodus 14:13-16, 21-23 (NASB) In that moment they had a choice, to focus on the enemy coming towards them, or turn and see the miracle of salvation which God was doing in front of them. Have you set your sights on the one who has made you to overwhelmingly conquer in all things? Romans 8:35-39

This week's meditation comes from Psalm 23 (The Passion Translation). From the lowest valleys to the highest peaks, no matter where His path leads us we will always have more than enough for He is our good shepherd; our best friend. We couldn't be in better hands than His.

Hebrews 1:1-3 (NASB) talks about how Jesus is the exact representation of God. His life on earth displayed to us what The Father is like. In the same way Jesus received the spirit of God descending upon Him like a dove in Mark 1:9-11 (NASB) we now have access to the same spirit on our lives through the death of Christ. He made a way for us to now represent the Father in our own lives in the same way He did.

The first few words of the bible tell us God is creative; He created the heavens and the earth. Ephesians 2:10 says we are the handiwork of God. The same God who formed the heavens and the earth formed you as well. Give thanks today for all that you are, created in His own image.

As believers seeing the impossible made possible is to be a normal part of our everyday lives. Jesus tells us in Mark 9:14-29 all things are possible to him who believes. When life tells us over and over again what we face is impossible, it is easy to let unbelief take hold and become normal. Like the father in the above scripture, we too need to cry out, "help my unbelief." Placing our belief not in the miracle we need, but instead in The One who releases miracles. When we believe Jesus is who He says He is, then we have entered into a new normal; the world of endless possibilities.

As a kid you likely loved to play hide and seek or go on Easter egg hunts. While keeping our hearts turned towards God, let us ponder the thought that God is not hiding things from us, but hiding things for the joy of discovery. It's His good pleasure to interact with His children. Proverbs 25:2 speaks about God concealing matters and kings searching them out. In Matthew 13:10-17 Jesus is explaining to his disciples how some will hear yet not understand and some will see yet not perceive for their hearts have become dull.

This week's meditation focuses on two scriptures, Psalm 55:22 and 2 Corinthians 12:7-10. No matter who you believe you are, no matter who others say you are, the truth is you are His beloved. May we stand firm on the unshakable ground God has placed us upon this week.

This week's meditation is out of Isaiah 26:3, keeping in perfect peace as we focus on Him. What is your gaze fixed upon? When Moses sent representatives from each of the twelve tribes to spy out the land, each man experienced the same land, but only two came back with a positive report. What gave these two men the ability to see what God laid out before them? May we fix our gaze on the goodness of God and the things He has for us this week.

This week's meditation comes out of Romans 8:14-17. We were once slaves living under the banner of fear but are now led by the Spirit, adopted into His kingdom as sons and daughters of God. Let's choose to cry out “Abba! Father!” today.

This week's meditation comes out of Psalm 62. There's no better place to be than within the impregnable castle of Gods goodness. He is our everything, the foundation which cannot be shaken. May you enter into His court today and find yourself in the safest place you can be.

I wanted to take a moment to say thank you for listening to these meditations, hopefully they speak to you in a deep, powerful way. It is my pleasure to be able to share them with you. We're going to meditate on two bits of scripture from the book of Mark. The parable of The Rich Young Ruler and Blind Bartimaeus. One man had perfectly good vision, yet could not see Jesus for who He really was. The other was blind, but in the spirit knew the true identity of Jesus. May you draw near to Him today as you cry out all the more. Mark 10:17-22 & Mark 10:46-52 (NASB)

First place in this sense is not about a ribbon or a trophy. It's about a man named Jesus whom everything is held together. Because all things have been created through Him and for Him, it is He who will come to have first place in everything. This week's meditation comes out of Colossians 1:13-20.

For God is sheer beauty, worthy of our praise. Come before Him with joyful singing and enter His courts with praise. This week's meditation comes out of Psalm 11. I also read from Spiritual Disciplines Handbook: Practices That Transform Us.

Meditating on 2Corinthians 4:15-18

Meditating on Mark 11:22-25

This week's meditation comes out of John 14:26-27. We are created to be well and whole, living from a place of peace. On our own, we cannot accomplish this. Luckily for us we have been given a friend, The Spirit of Truth, the Holy Spirit.

This week's meditation comes out of 1 John 4:7-19 where we learn of God's love. "God is love, and the one who abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him." To understand the true nature of love is to truly understand God.

Meditating on the beginnings of Psalm 119 out of The Message version. Being drawn into a single minded pursuit of God and allowing the Holy Spirit to search the vaults of our heart.