Prayers of REST (Asheritah Ciuciu)
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| 09 Dec 2021 | 5.17 BONUS | An Interview with Portia Collins on Feeling Annoyed | 00:35:12 | |
Dirty socks on the floor, incompetent drivers, and yes, coworkers that get on your last nerve...All of these things can be, well, annoying. This week, Portia Collins and I talk about feeling annoyed. We discuss whether or not annoyance is a sin, based on what the Bible has to say. And you’ll hear Portia share some raw, unfiltered prayers that she prays when she’s annoyed. Portia is Christian Bible teacher, writer, and cohost of the podcast Sweet Tea with Jasmin and Portia. She’s also a wife, a mama, and a sweet woman of God. You can find her on instagram at @portiawcollins.
I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to download yours today. Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 05 Jul 2021 | Fruit of the Spirit 09: Faithfulness | 00:10:55 | |
Do you ever wonder if your work matters? Like, you do the same thankless tasks day after day, and no one seems to notice or care? It’s easy to get discouraged, and even more, to stop doing the thing. Because who cares, right? God cares. Scripture tells us that the fruit of the Spirit is… faithfulness. This week, we’re praying through Matthew 25:21 and meditating on how Jesus showed FAITHFULNESS and wants to produce His faithfulness in us too. Spend 10 minutes praying with me for God to work the Fruit of His Spirit in our lives, as we: •Recite God's Goodness •Express Your Neediness •Seek His Stillness, and •Trust His Faithfulness You can also join us for our monthly live prayer call on July 15 where we get to see each other and hear each other as we practice Prayers of REST together live. Find all the details at www.prayersofrest.com/patreon. And this month, for the first time ever, we’re shipping out Prayers of REST prayer journals to our Prayer Partners at the $10 giving level and up. These quarterly prayer journals follow the REST format and will allow you to write out your prayers on any given passage—whether you’re praying along with the weekly podcast episode, praying through your pastor’s sermon text, or praying through the verse of the day on your favorite app. You’ve been asking for it, and now it’s here! Find it on Amazon (search for “Prayers of REST Journal”) or sign up to get it shipped to you each quarter when you join the Patreon Prayer Partner community this week at the $10 and up giving level. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 20 Dec 2021 | 5.20 Depressed | 00:10:40 | |
We all struggle with feelings of depression and despair from time to time. Some of us may battle depression chronically or be diagnosed even with clinical depression, while others of us dip into short bouts now and then. If depression is an ongoing struggle, may I encourage you to get help from a medical professional, and get honest with God about it too? Bring your feelings of despair to the Lord in prayer and process this hard emotion with Him. Even if you aren't struggling with depression right now, take some time to pray along with us so that when you do face times of despair, you'll know how to pray your way through them.
I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to download yours today. Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 22 Mar 2021 | Jesus Offers Hope (Luke 23) | 00:10:44 | |
Wherever you are today, with your burdens, your fears, and your past, and the weight of it all, Jesus is waiting, offering hope in exchange for your baggage. No matter what you are afraid of bearing to the Lord, what vulnerability whispers doubts into your ear, Jesus lived and died, to bring you close and to meet you right where you are, in spite of what you carry. There is no shame in His presence, only hope. Today’s scripture reading is Luke 23:42-43), and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your Neediness Seek His Stillness Trust His Faithfulness If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can get your own copy of Uncovering the Love of Jesus at Uncoveringthelove.com if you would like to dive deeper into different aspects of Jesus' love. Details for this weeks giveaway on prizes and how to enter can be found on my instagram page @Asheritah ( https://www.instagram.com/asheritah/?hl=en ). I hope that these gifts are a blessing to you, and a reminder of Jesus' gracious love. If you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 24-25. Music by Colby Taylor. Editing and Production by Alyx Vissing.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 08 Nov 2021 | 5.8 Envious | 00:10:55 | |
Do you ever look at someone and think "I wish I had her ___?" Maybe its her job, house, husband, appearance, or even her faith... We may not admit it at first, but most of us have battled envy at some point in our lives. And for some of us, feeling envious due to our constant need to compare ourselves with others is a constant struggle. If you can relate, then today's episode is for you! Listen as we pray through envy together. Even if you aren't struggling with envy or comparison right now, take some time to pray along with us so that when you do face seasons of failure or unmet expectations, you'll know how to pray your way through them. I promise you that when you place your emotions in God’s hands, He will take what is hard and turn it into something good. Because that’s the way of our Good Father.
I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to download yours today. Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 24 Aug 2020 | This Is Our Happy Ending (Revelation 21:3-5) | 00:09:55 | |
No matter how bad things seem today, God promises the happiest of endings for those who belong to Him. Do you know what that happy ending is? The big reveal is what we’re praying through in today’s Prayers of REST episode. Today’s reading is Revelation 21:3-5, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format:
If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can download your free REST Prayer Bookmark at www.prayersofrest.com. And if you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 25-26. Music by Colby Taylor--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 27 Jul 2020 | Jesus, Don’t You Care? (Mark 4:35-41) | 00:09:50 | |
“Don’t You care about what’s happening to me?” If you’ve ever said those words to God, you’re not alone. In fact, Jesus’ disciples said those very words when a great storm threatened to end their lives prematurely. And Jesus’ words are just as relevant to us today as they were to them two thousand years ago. Today’s reading is Mark 4:35-41, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format:
If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can download your free REST Prayer Bookmark at www.prayersofrest.com. And if you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 25-26. Music by Colby Taylor--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 02 Dec 2021 | 5.15 BONUS | An Interview with Trillia Newbell on Guilt | 00:32:07 | |
Have you ever felt just so overwhelmingly guilty? Like there was no way you could ever be forgiven or loved by God again? Then listen as Trillia Newbell shares her story of God's faithfulness in the midst of guilt. Trillia Newbell is the author of several books including A Great Cloud of Witnesses, Sacred Endurance, If God Is For Us, Fear and Faith, and the children’s books, Creative God, Colorful Us and God’s Very Good Idea. When she isn’t writing, she’s encouraging and supporting other writers as an Acquisitions Editor at Moody Publishers. Trillia is married to her best friend, Thern, they reside with their two children near Nashville, TN. You can find her on instagram at @trillianewbell Our very last live prayer call of the year is happening next Wednesday, December 8. Find the link and login info in our Patreon Prayer Partner group (here’s the link to join if you’re not yet a member: prayersofrest.com/Patreon).
I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of you | |||
| 24 Jan 2022 | Luke: Pray through the Bible—with Prayers of REST | 00:06:11 | |
While our team is planning and recording the next season of the Prayers of REST podcast, we're sharing excerpts from the preorder bonus we've created for you called "Pray through the Bible—with Prayers of REST." This special audio project guides you in praying through each of the 66 books of the Bible, helping you uncover God's love from Genesis to Revelation. It's our bonus gift to you when you preorder a copy of my new book releasing this spring: Prayers of REST: Daily Prompts to Slow Down and Hear God's Voice. If you haven't already, you can go to prayersofrest.com to preorder the book and then click the yellow "CLAIM YOUR BONUS" button to get immediate access to the Pray through the Bible private podcast! Remember to use the podcast-listener exclusive code PRAYERSOFREST40 to get 40% off when you order through Moody Publishers. Prayers of REST is a production of One Thing Alone Ministries, helping you enjoy Jesus through creative spiritual habits. Thanks to Angie and Robert Elkins for their editing and production help, and for Moody Publishers for granting permission to share this excerpt. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 11 Nov 2021 | 5.9 BONUS | An Interview with Shannon Popkin on Envy | 00:29:51 | |
Do you have a bad case of comparison syndrome? Are you always wishing you could live someone else's "perfect" life? Then listen as Shannon Popkin shares about her struggle with comparison and reflects on her first memory of feeling envious. Shannon is author of the book Comparison Girl, as well as the host of a brand new podcast called Live Like It's True. She’s also a wife, a mom, and SUPER TRANSPARENT about the battle against envy and comparison. You can find her on instagram at @shannonpopkin.
I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to download yours today. Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 17 May 2021 | Fruit of the Spirit 02: Abide | 00:10:44 | |
What if by the end of this summer, you looked more like Jesus than you do today? That's my hope for us, and that's why I'm inviting you to join me in praying through the Fruit of the Spirit this summer, one trait each week, in our new season of the Prayers of REST podcast. This week, we’re praying through John 15:5 and meditating on how Jesus calls us to ABIDE in Him in order to bear much fruit. Spend 10 minutes praying with me for God to work the Fruit of His Spirit in our lives, as we:
Join me here each week as we REST in prayer for God to work in us His… Love. Joy. Peace. Patience. Kindness. Goodness. Faithfulness. Gentleness. Self-Control. Each week, a new invitation. Each day, new fruit. Grab a few friends, start a group text, and subscribe to the Prayers of REST podcast to get weekly prayer episodes straight to your phone: www.prayersofrest.com/fruit. And if you want to support the work of Prayers of REST and help us reach all 196 countries and regions around the world with the Good News of Jesus, go to www.prayersofrest.com/patreon to become a Prayer Partner and get access to our monthly live prayer calls, printed prayer journals, and more. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 13 Jul 2020 | How Great is Our God (Isaiah 37:16-17) | 00:10:00 | |
If you feel unseen, unknown, and invisible, today’s Prayers of REST episode will remind you firstly of how great God is, and secondly how wonderful it is to be seen, known, and loved by Him. Today’s reading is Isaiah 37:16-17, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format:
If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can also download your free REST Prayer Bookmark at www.prayersofrest.com. And if you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, please subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 25-26. Music by Colby Taylor--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 03 Aug 2020 | An Invitation to Truly Rest (Isaiah 30:15-18) | 00:11:05 | |
Have you ever offered someone an invitation, only to be rebuffed? It stings, to be sure. Today’s passage reveals that even though we often rebuff God’s divine invitation to us—an invitation to rest, quietness, and strength in Him—He longs to be gracious and compassionate. Consider today’s Prayers of REST episode a personal invitation just for you. Today’s reading is Isaiah 30:15-18, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format:
If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can download your free REST Prayer Bookmark at www.prayersofrest.com. And if you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 25-26. Music by Colby Taylor--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 21 Oct 2021 | 5.3 BONUS | An Interview with Val Woerner on Anxiety | 00:22:22 | |
Do you ever wonder if God can hear you when you're struggling with anxiety? Listen as Val Woerner shares about her experience with anxiety and how God has led her though those hard times. You might know Val from the company Val Marie Paper where she and her team create beautiful prayer journals that I have used myself in order to become more consistent in my prayer life! You can also find her on instagram at @valmariepaper. Are you excited about this new season? Then text a few friends and start a Prayers of REST prayer group! It’s simple: just invite a few friends, commit to listening to the prayer episode each week, and then share with each other what God is revealing to you in prayer. Pray for each other, encourage each other, and maybe once a month try to meet together for a time of live prayer together. Because we learn how to pray not by reading a book about prayer or listening to a sermon about prayer, but by actually praying together.
I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to download yours today. Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 06 Sep 2021 | Refresh: School Prayer Walks and Warfare Praying | 00:19:51 | |
Have you ever gone on a school prayer walk? Would you like to pray for the children in your life more but don't know where to start? This episode in our Refresh Your Prayer Life series is for you! If you enjoyed this episode, I’d love to hear from you! You can leave a review on iTunes, tag me @asheritah on Instagram, or leave me a voice message at prayersofrest.com. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 28 Sep 2020 | BONUS 4: When God Seems Silent… | 00:09:57 | |
Do you ever feel like your prayers hit the ceiling? Like God is silent in response to your prayerful pleas? What if what we think is God’s silence is actually noise pollution--a cacophony of sounds surrounding us that drowns out His still small voice? This week, we’re exploring the “S” in the REST acronym: “Seek God’s Stillness,” as we pray through Psalm 131. I encourage you to take time each day this week to practice seeking God's stillness, perhaps even listening to this episode multiple times. Though it may be hard at first, being still with God becomes easier with practice, just like any other skill. As we learn to be still, we may discover that what we thought was silence was really God’s soft whispers all along. This episode is based on the Prayers of REST Bible study (available on Amazon here) and is made possible by generous listeners like you. To support this podcast and spread the good news of Jesus around the world, go to patreon.com/prayersofrest to become a monthly Prayer Partner today. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 25-26. Music by Colby Taylor--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 10 May 2021 | Fruit of the Spirit 01: Why Pray the Fruit of the Spirit? | 00:32:50 | |
Are you embarrassed by your character flaws? Wish you could be more patient? More kind? More loving? More joyful? If you answered yes to any of those questions, keep listening, friend, because you’re in the right place. This week on the podcast, I’m joined by my college professor Dr. Dan Estes from Cedarville University, who first introduced me to this idea of praying through the Fruit of the Spirit. It was such a joy to talk with him again after all these years, and I know you will be encouraged by our conversation. I'm inviting you to join me in praying through the Fruit of the Spirit this summer, one trait each week, in our new season of the Prayers of REST podcast. Because prayer changes things, and God changes us through prayer. Let's spend 10 minutes each day praying for God to work the Fruit of His Spirit in our lives. Our new season of the Prayers of REST podcast will help you:
We'll do this over and over again each week. Love. Joy. Peace. Patience. Kindness. Goodness. Faithfulness. Gentleness. Self-Control. Each week, a new invitation. Each day, new fruit. And at the end of the summer, my hope and prayer is that we'll look more like Jesus than we do today. So grab a few friends, start a group text, and subscribe to the Prayers of REST podcast to get weekly prayer episodes straight to your phone: www.prayersofrest.com/fruit. (And if you DO start a prayer group, let me know via voice message or email so I can be praying for you!) And if you want to support the work of Prayers of REST and help us reach all 196 countries around the world with the Good News of Jesus, go to www.prayersofrest.com/patreonto become a Prayer Partner and get access to our monthly live prayer calls, printed prayer journals, and more.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 23 Dec 2021 | 5.21 BONUS | An Interview with Wendy Speake on Depression | 00:28:22 | |
This week we get to hear Wendy Speake share how God has lead her through her journey of depression. My hope is that her story, as well as my own, will remind you of God's faithfulness and His goodness even in those hard places of our lives. Wendy is a bestselling author and speaker. She's also a dear friend. We've co-hosted the 40-Day Sugar Fast that she has taken the lead on and thousands of women have come to know the freedom and the fullness in Jesus. You can find her on Instagram at @wendy_speake If you are battling suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800)273-8255 Wendy's Questions: Am I getting enough sleep?
I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to download yours today. Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 19 Oct 2020 | Season 1 Wrap Up + What's Coming Next | 00:03:02 | |
Popping in with a quick update on what’s coming up next for the Prayers of REST podcast! Season 2 begins November 9, and we’ll be praying through the names of Jesus, preparing our hearts to celebrate His birth this Christmas. Prayers will be based on my Advent devotional “Unwrapping the Names of Jesus,” which you can pick up wherever books are sold (more details at unwrappingthenames.com). Many thanks to our Patreon Prayer Partners, whose financial support makes this podcast possible and also enabled me to hire a producer so we can continue bringing you these prayer podcasts. Thanks SO MUCH friends! Join our patreon community at patreon.com/prayersofrest. Until we meet again (hopefully on November 9!), may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 25-26. Music by Colby Taylor.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 12 Oct 2020 | BONUS 6: Does God care if I pray?? (Eph 1:18-20) | 00:10:27 | |
Do you ever wonder what difference prayer makes? Does God really care whether or not we pray? From human experience, we learn that when we pray, we pay attention. We see God working. We become more sensitive to His Spirit’s promptings. And from Scripture, we learn that we can rest in God’s power at work. Does God care if we pray! Yes! Scripture gives a resounding YES! As we wrap up our 6-week Prayers of REST series, we’re joining Paul in his prayer in Ephesians 1:18–20: ...having the eyes of your hearts enlightened, that you may know . . . what is the immeasurable greatness of his power toward us who believe, according to the working of his great might that he worked in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly places. (ESV, emphasis added). This episode is based on the Prayers of REST Bible study (available on Amazon here) and is made possible by generous listeners like you. To support this podcast and spread the good news of Jesus around the world, go to patreon.com/prayersofrest to become a monthly Prayer Partner today. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 25-26. Music by Colby Taylor--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 28 Dec 2020 | Trust the Lion of Judah (Revelation 5) | 00:10:45 | |
Whatever fears or trials you are facing in your life, you can trust in the Lion of Judah to go before you and be with you. He has provided a way and fought for you, rest in the assurance of His love. Today’s scripture reading is Revelation 5, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your Neediness Seek His Stillness Trust His Faithfulness If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can download your free REST Prayer Bookmark and at www.prayersofrest.com. Purchase your copy of Unwrapping The Names of Jesus as well as the audiobook at www.unwrappingthenames.com, or wherever books are sold. If you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, would you consider becoming a Patreon Prayer Partner and pay it forward to help share the good news with others; you can find more info on how to join, and the benefits you receive at www.patreon.com/prayersofrest And remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 24-25. Music by Colby Taylor. Editing and Production by Alyx Vissing.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 04 Nov 2021 | 5.7 BONUS | An Interview with Amber Lia on Anger | 00:29:43 | |
Do you often feel angry and aren't sure what to do about it? Then listen as Amber Lia shares how God awakened her to her struggle with anger and how He has been faithfully walking with her as she learns how to process this hard emotion. Amber is a bestselling author, a speaker, wife to her husband Guy and mom to four sons. Her newest book that is coming out is called Food Triggers, but she has a whole series on triggers dealing with a variety of subjects from food to marriage. You can find her on instagram at @therealamberlia.
I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to download yours today. Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 14 Dec 2020 | Celebrate the Resurrection and the Life (John 11:25) | 00:09:41 | |
You may find yourself feeling stuck in a pattern of complacency, and today episode may be the reminder of the life we now walk in thanks to the resurrection and life of Jesus. He sacrificed His son and His life for you, and for a relationship with you, so take some time during today's episode to reflect on and celebrate the life and resurrection of our Savior. Today’s scripture reading is John 11:25, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your Neediness Seek His Stillness Trust His Faithfulness If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can get your copy of Unwrapping the Names Devotional as well as FREE downloadable coloring ornaments for your little ones to follow along with the lessons at www.unwrappingthenames.com. If you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 24-25. Music by Colby Taylor. Editing and Production by Alyx Vissing.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 03 Jan 2022 | Let's Pray through the Bible together, with Prayers of REST | 00:11:42 | |
Happy New Year! What a gift it is to walk into a new year together, resting in God's loving presence! I'm grateful for you, the Prayers of REST community, and I have a special gift for you! These last 2 months our team has been working hard behind the scenes to create a daily prayer podcast that will help you cultivate a habit of restful prayer every day! Our listeners have been asking for daily prayer episodes, and while it's not something we'll be able to produce EVERY DAY this year, I'm THRILLED to announce that this special project is finally ready for you, just in time for your New Year's Resolutions! It's called "Pray through the Bible—with Prayers of REST," and it's a collection of 66 prayers from each book of the Bible, helping you uncover God's love from Genesis to Revelation. This private podcast is our bonus gift to you when you preorder a copy of my new book releasing this spring: Prayers of REST: Daily Prompts to Slow Down and Hear God's Voice. If you haven't already, you can go to prayersofrest.com to preorder the book and then click the yellow "CLAIM YOUR BONUS" button to get immediate access to the Pray through the Bible private podcast! But because this is too good not to share, over the next few weeks we'll be previewing a few of those prayers here on this podcast. So this month, I'll guide you in praying through each of the Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. To get us started, here's the very first episode from the Pray through the Bible private podcast, titled "Let's Get Started."--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 15 Feb 2021 | Jesus Loves His Enemies (Luke 22) | 00:09:53 | |
If you are struggling with bitterness, or with accepting God's forgiveness, today's episode may bring you a reminder of the peace available with Jesus. You can find peace for your heart that can overtake the hurt and resentment you've held onto, and Jesus is willing you free you of your past regrets as His child, because He loves even His enemies and wants you to feel that same freedom too. Today’s scripture reading is John 18, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your Neediness Seek His Stillness Trust His Faithfulness If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can get your own copy of Uncovering the Love of Jesus at Uncoveringthelove.com if you would like to dive deeper into different aspects of Jesus' love. Details for this weeks giveaway on prizes and how to enter can be found on my instagram page @Asheritah ( https://www.instagram.com/asheritah/?hl=en ). I hope that these gifts are a blessing to you, and a reminder of Jesus' gracious love. If you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 24-25. Music by Colby Taylor. Editing and Production by Alyx Vissing.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 17 Aug 2020 | The Meaning of All Things (Colossians 1:15-17) | 00:09:53 | |
Although breaking news would fling us into a panic, Jesus is still on His throne, and everything will ultimately find its meaning in Him. Today’s reading is Colossians 1:15-17, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format:
If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can download your free REST Prayer Bookmark at www.prayersofrest.com. And if you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 25-26. Music by Colby Taylor--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 02 May 2021 | Announcing Our New Season: Fruit of the Spirit (+ 7 New Podcast Updates!) | 00:35:56 | |
Asheritah announces the theme of our new season of Prayers of REST, shares a peek into what God has been teaching her (in a re-airing of a radio interview from last week), and previews 7 (!) exciting updates coming to the Prayers of REST podcast. Our new Fruit of the Spirit season premiers next week, May 10, and we’re excited to see how God will move in our lives this summer! Invite your friends to join you and listen along at www.prayersofrest.com/fruit. Also, there’s still time to take the listener survey at www.prayersofrest.com/survey and be entered to win a pair of airpods. Tell us how we can better serve you through future updates and episodes. Lastly, if you want to support the work of Prayers of REST and help us reach all 196 countries around the world with the Good News of Jesus, go to www.prayersofrest.com/patreon to become a Prayer Partner today. Until we meet again, may you rest in God's loving presence. | |||
| 18 Jan 2021 | Season 3 TRAILER: Uncovering the Love of Jesus | 00:07:58 | |
There's a powerful link between knowing the love of Jesus and being filled with God's presence. Paul gives us a clue when he prays that believers would "have power [...] to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge" (see Ephesians 3:17-19). If you're struggling to overcome sin, if you're anxious about the future, if you're wrestling with a difficult relationship, if you feel lonely or unsure about God's love for you, I hope you tune in to Season 3 of the Prayers of REST podcast. We'll turn our attention to the deep, deep love of Jesus in our new series, starting February 1. I'll be basing the weekly prayers on my Lent devotional: Uncovering the Love of Jesus. If you'd like to follow along and go even deeper, make sure you order it at uncoveringthelove.com soon so you'll get it in time. And if you’ve been blessed by Prayers of REST, please leave a 5-star rating and review so others can find this podcast too. Thank you for helping spread the word! Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Music: “Farewell,” by Colby Taylor.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 30 Nov 2020 | Feast on the Bread of Life (John 6) | 00:10:06 | |
What are you longing for? Where are you seeking and have yet to find? Whatever you are lacking in satisfaction can be fulfilled by the Bread of Life. Jesus, whose body was broken for your salvation, has made himself available to you to day, to meet whatever longings fill your heart and mind. Focus on true satisfaction in Christ as you listen through today's Prayers of REST episode. Today’s scripture reading is John 6, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your Neediness Seek His Stillness Trust His Faithfulness If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can get your copy of Unwrapping the Names Devotional as well as access to the Unwrapping the names Christmas playlist at www.unwrappingthenames.com to help you focus your intentions on Jesus If you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 24-25. Music by Colby Taylor. Editing and Production by Alyx Vissing.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 16 Dec 2021 | 5.19 BONUS | An Interview with Bonnie Gray on Loneliness | 00:35:02 | |
Do you ever feel lonely even when you're surrounded by friends? Then listen as Bonnie Gray shares her story. Even though she had a lot of friends and was super involved in church, she struggled with loneliness. But God was faithful (as he always is) and tenderly led her into a place of being seen, known and loved. Bonnie is author of the books Finding Spiritual White Space as well as her new book Sweet Like Jasmine. She's also host of the Breathe podcast. You can find her on instagram at @thebonniegray.
I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to download yours today. Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 15 Jun 2020 | God Is Our Refuge (Psalm 46:1-3) | 00:08:55 | |
Where do you go when fear overwhelms you? Listen and respond to God’s invitation to be your personal refuge in today’s episode of Prayers of REST. Today’s reading is Psalm 46:1-3, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format:
If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can download your free REST Prayer Bookmark at www.prayersofrest.com. And if you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 25-26. Music by Colby Taylor--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 25 Oct 2021 | 5.4 Disappointed | 00:10:07 | |
What do you do when life doesn't turn out the way you had planned? Do you struggle to reorient your perspective in times of disappointment? Then friend, take a few minutes today and cry out to God in the midst of your disappointment. Bring it Him in prayer and fix your eyes Jesus because he is the only one who will never disappoint us. Even if you aren't struggling with disappointment right now, take some time to pray along with us so that when you do face seasons of failure or unmet expectations, you'll know how to pray your way through them. I promise you that when you place your emotions in God’s hands, He will take what is hard and turn it into something good. Because that’s the way of our Good Father. Are you excited about this new season? Then text a few friends and start a Prayers of REST prayer group! It’s simple: just invite a few friends, commit to listening to the prayer episode each week, and then share with each other what God is revealing to you in prayer. Pray for each other, encourage each other, and maybe once a month try to meet together for a time of live prayer together. Because we learn how to pray not by reading a book about prayer or listening to a sermon about prayer, but by actually praying together.
I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to download yours today. Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 01 Nov 2021 | 5.6 Angry | 00:10:21 | |
Do you often feel angry with God, other people, or the injustice in the world? Then friend, it's time to get honest with God about your anger. Bring your frustration to Him in prayer and process this hard emotion with Him. And even if you aren't struggling with anger right now, take some time to pray along with us today so that when you do face overwhelming anger, you'll know how to pray through it. And if you want to continue praying through hard emotions throughout the week even when you don't have your earbuds on hand, you'll want to download the Handling Hard Emotions Scripture Cards.
I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to download yours today. Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 22 Jun 2020 | The Mind of Christ (Phil 2:5-11) | 00:09:52 | |
Where do you go when bad news fills your feed? Fill your mind with the Good News of Jesus in today’s episode of Prayers of REST. Today’s reading is Philippians 2:5-11, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format:
If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can download your free REST Prayer Bookmark at www.prayersofrest.com. And if you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 25-26. Music by Colby Taylor--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 10 Aug 2020 | What Jesus’ Love REALLY Means (John 15:9-13) | 00:09:54 | |
Jesus loves you. Yes, of course you know that. But what does it really mean? How does Jesus’ love affect your daily life? And what would it look like to remain in His love? That’s what today’s Prayers of REST episode is all about. Today’s reading is John 15:9-13, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format:
If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can download your free REST Prayer Bookmark at www.prayersofrest.com. And if you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 25-26. Music by Colby Taylor--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 31 May 2021 | Fruit of the Spirit 04: Joy | 00:10:55 | |
What if by the end of this summer, you looked more like Jesus than you do today? That's my hope for us, and that's why I'm inviting you to join me in praying through the Fruit of the Spirit this summer, one trait each week, in this season of the Prayers of REST podcast. This week, we’re praying through 1 Peter 1:8-9 and meditating on how Jesus showed JOY and wants to produce His joy in us too. Spend 10 minutes praying with me for God to work the Fruit of His Spirit in our lives, as we:
Join me here each week as we REST in prayer for God to work in us His… Love. Joy. Peace. Patience. Kindness. Goodness. Faithfulness. Gentleness. Self-Control. Each week, a new invitation. Each day, new fruit. Grab a few friends, start a group text, and subscribe to the Prayers of REST podcast to get weekly prayer episodes straight to your phone: www.prayersofrest.com/fruit. And if you want to support the work of Prayers of REST and help us reach all 196 countries and regions around the world with the Good News of Jesus, go to www.prayersofrest.com/patreon to become a Prayer Partner and get access to our monthly live prayer calls, printed prayer journals, and more. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 30 Aug 2020 | Summer Wrap Up: "What's Next??" | 00:08:41 | |
As we wrap up this summer season of Prayers of REST, I'm sharing an update with where we've been and what you can expect next! In order to continue producing the Prayers of REST Podcast, I need YOUR help! If you've been blessed by this podcast, please go to https://www.patreon.com/prayersofrest to become a monthly supporter. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 25-26. Music by Colby Taylor--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 18 Nov 2021 | 5.11 BONUS | An Interview with Phylicia Masonheimer on Judgment | 00:32:15 | |
Do you ever feel...judgy? Then listen as Phylicia Masonheimer shares how she invites God to help her navigate feelings of judgement, and how she’s grown closer to Him and others through the process. Phylicia is a bestselling author, speaker, and public theologian. She's also the host of the Verity podcast and a mom. You can find her on instagram at @phyliciamasonheimer.
I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to download yours today. Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 16 Nov 2020 | Receive the Light of the World | 00:10:21 | |
In the darkness and chaos throughout our world today, Jesus is able and willing to shed His light into our lives and souls. Would you take a few moments to rest in His peace, step into His presence, and receive the Light of the World into your heart today? Today’s scripture reading is John 8:12, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your Neediness Seek His Stillness Trust His Faithfulness If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can download your free REST Prayer Bookmark and at www.prayersofrest.com. Purchase your copy of Unwrapping The Names of Jesus as well as the audiobook at www.unwrappingthenames.com, or wherever books are sold. If you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, would you consider becoming a Patreon Prayer Partner and pay it forward to help share the good news with others; you can find more info on how to join, and the benefits you receive at www.patreon.com/prayersofrest And remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 24-25. Music by Colby Taylor. Editing and Production by Alyx Vissing.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 04 Apr 2021 | Easter Episode: Jesus' Love NEVER Fails (Matt 28:5-6) | 00:09:58 | |
Christ has risen! If I live to be 100, I'll never tire of the good news that Jesus conquered sin and death through His own death and resurrection! And because He lives, we also live as victorious conquerers through Him who loved us, and gave His life for us. I hope this week's Prayers of REST episode helps you rest in Jesus' love today--because Jesus' love NEVER fails! | |||
| 08 Mar 2021 | Jesus Is Not Self-Seeking (John 19) | 00:10:46 | |
Love and relationships can often feel empty, and if you feel as though you do not deserve God's love, as though you have nothing to offer, today's episode may serve as an encouragement and reminder of his selfless love. When we walk in freedom in His selfless love, it will overflow into our love for others as well, so that we can love more like Jesus. Today’s scripture reading is John 19:26-27, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your Neediness Seek His Stillness Trust His Faithfulness If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can get your own copy of Uncovering the Love of Jesus at Uncoveringthelove.com if you would like to dive deeper into different aspects of Jesus' love. Details for this weeks giveaway on prizes and how to enter can be found on my instagram page @Asheritah ( https://www.instagram.com/asheritah/?hl=en ). I hope that these gifts are a blessing to you, and a reminder of Jesus' gracious love. If you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 24-25. Music by Colby Taylor. Editing and Production by Alyx Vissing.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 23 Nov 2020 | Follow the Good Shepherd (John 10) | 00:08:48 | |
Wherever you are, Jesus, the Good Shepherd is pursuing you. Turn to Him; for comfort, for protection, and for direction. He is walking with you and leading you today. The Good Shepherd laid down His life so that you could walk close to Him. Would you rest in the presence of the Good Shepherd today? Today’s scripture reading is John 10, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your Neediness Seek His Stillness Trust His Faithfulness If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can get your copy of Unwrapping the Names Devotional as well as FREE downloadable coloring ornaments for your little ones to follow along with the lessons at www.unwrappingthenames.com. If you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 24-25. Music by Colby Taylor. Editing and Production by Alyx Vissing.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 08 Feb 2021 | Jesus Protects His Own (John 18) | 00:09:26 | |
If you feel you are drifting, under attack, or maybe just daily stresses and life circumstances seem overwhelming, take comfort that Jesus has gone before you. He is the good shepherd, sacrificing Himself for your sake and safety. Jesus is with you, protecting you even through the pain of this life you can lean on Him, rest in His arms, and trust in His protection through your fears and your battles. Today’s scripture reading is John 18, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your Neediness Seek His Stillness Trust His Faithfulness If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can get your own copy of Uncovering the Love of Jesus at Uncoveringthelove.com if you would like to dive deeper into different aspects of Jesus' love. Details for this weeks giveaway on prizes and how to enter can be found on my instagram page @Asheritah ( https://www.instagram.com/asheritah/?hl=en ). I hope that these gifts are a blessing to you, and a reminder of Jesus' gracious love. If you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 24-25. Music by Colby Taylor. Editing and Production by Alyx Vissing.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 29 Mar 2021 | Jesus Sacrificed Everything (Matt 27) | 00:09:54 | |
If you feel far from God, unworthy of His love, without Hope, or numb to the gospel, you can take comfort in the reminders in today's episodes. Jesus sacrificed everything, giving up heaven for a time to walk the earth, then suffered and died on the cross for your sins. Allow this scripture to remind your heart of the breadth of His sacrifice, and spur you into selfless service to those around you as well, in reflection of the freedom He has given you. Today’s scripture reading is Matthew 27:50, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your Neediness Seek His Stillness Trust His Faithfulness If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can get your own copy of Uncovering the Love of Jesus at Uncoveringthelove.com if you would like to dive deeper into different aspects of Jesus' love. Details for this weeks giveaway on prizes and how to enter can be found on my instagram page @Asheritah ( https://www.instagram.com/asheritah/?hl=en ). I hope that these gifts are a blessing to you, and a reminder of Jesus' gracious love. If you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 24-25. Music by Colby Taylor. Editing and Production by Alyx Vissing.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 21 Sep 2020 | BONUS 3: Why we don't have to hide from God | 00:09:42 | |
While we might try to hide our weaknesses from others, we don't need to hide our needs from God. Not only does He already know them, but He wants us to humbly come to Him and Express Our Neediness. That's the "E" in the REST prayer acronym. And that's what this week's Prayers of REST podcast episode is all about, based on 1 John 5:14-15: This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us—whatever we ask—we know that we have what we asked of him. Oh friends, what a gift that our God welcomes us to come to Him just as we are, but never sends us away just as we came. He is a good Father, and we can confidently express our needs to Him. This episode is based on the Prayers of REST Bible study (available on Amazon here) and is made possible by generous listeners like you. If you'd like to support this podcast and spread the good news of rest in Jesus around the world, go to patreon.com/prayersofrest to become a monthly Prayer Partner today. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 25-26. Music by Colby Taylor--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 30 Aug 2021 | Refresh: How to Pray the News | 00:15:30 | |
Are you still wondering how to pray for what you see on the news? How can you discern what God's will is when the situation seems tangled? What's "the right thing" to ask for? In today's episode of Prayers of REST, we're resuming our series Refresh Your Prayer Life, and I'm sharing how to pray through the hard news stories coming up each day. If you'd like a visual reminder of the REST prayer acronym, you can download a free bookmark here. Also, I mentioned these two resources that help me pray the news: And lastly, a favor to ask you: if this podcast has been a blessing to you, would you text it to 3 of your friends? Or maybe your women’s ministry leader or pastor. Just tell them one thing you love about it, and encourage them to listen to your favorite episode. Thanks for your help spreading the word!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 09 Nov 2020 | Worship the Kings of Kings (Matthew 2:2) | 00:10:23 | |
Find a deeper appreciation for Jesus' character and glory as we pray through the names of Jesus in Season 2 of Prayers of Rest based on the Advent devotional Unwrapping the Names of Jesus. Enter the presence of the King of Kings, and be reminded of His power and faithfulness in today’s episode of Prayers of REST. Today’s reading is Matthew 2:2, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your Neediness Seek His Stillness Trust His Faithfulness If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can download your free REST Prayer Bookmark and at www.prayersofrest.com. And download your free sampler of Unwrapping The Names of Jesus as well as the audiobook at www.unwrappingthenames.com. If you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 25-26. Music by Colby Taylor. Production Assistance by Alyx Vissing.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 22 Nov 2021 | 5.12 Offended | 00:09:43 | |
Have you ever been confronted by someone and immediately felt offended? Friend, can I encourage you? Before you type out your thoughts in a comment section, before you open your mouth in response, pray. Join me this week as we bring our offense to God, and invite Him to do His perfect work in our hearts. I promise you that when you place your emotions in God’s hands, He will take what is hard and turn it into something good. Because that’s the way of our Good Father. And if you haven’t yet downloaded this season’s prayer transcripts, make sure you go to prayersofrest.com/hard to download your free PDF.
I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to download yours today. Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 06 Dec 2021 | 5.16 Annoyed | 00:10:23 | |
Are you easily annoyed? Do you struggle to have patience with others? Then join me as we bring our feelings of annoyance before God together. Even if you aren't struggling with annoyance right now, take some time to pray along with us so that when you do face times where you are tempted to be annoyed with others, you'll know how to pray your way through them. We're more than halfway through our Praying through Hard Emotions season, and want to hear from YOU! Which of the episodes did God use in your life? Do you have a story to share about Prayers of REST, or perhaps a testimony about how the interviews reminded you of a truth God wanted you to know? You can email me personally at asheritah@onethingalone.com, or even better, leave a voice message when you go to prayersofrest.com and click on the microphone on the side of the page. I can't wait to hear how God has been faithful and good in your life.
I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to download yours today. Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 13 Dec 2021 | 5.18 Lonely | 00:10:33 | |
Are you lonely? Then friend, bring your loneliness to the Lord and find comfort and rest in Him today. Even if you aren't struggling with loneliness right now, take some time to pray along with us so that when you do face seasons where you feel alone, you'll know how to pray your way through them. If you're listening to this episode in real time, this episode is airing the second week of Advent, and just in case you're following along with my Advent devotional "Unwrapping the Names of Jesus," I wanted to make you aware that last year we recorded a special season of Prayers of REST titled "Praying through the Names of Jesus." You can find those prayers by scrolling back to the December 2020 episodes in your favorite podcast player, or by going to unwrappingthenames.com.
I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to download yours today. Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 27 Dec 2021 | 5.22 Season Wrap-up with Hannah Nitz | 00:36:12 | |
This week, we're wrapping up our season of Hard Emotions with a conversation with Hannah Nitz. She is a personal friend and a woman who has such a great desire to know and love God more. She's also the host of the podcast There's More. Which is all about - You guessed it! - How much more there is too knowing and loving God, even for someone who grew up in the church. As you look back on this fall, do you look a little more like Jesus than you did at the start? If you answered "I think so. Yes, I can see a little (or a lot) of growth!" I would love to hear your story! How has God been using this season to help you get honest about your Hard Emotions and bring them to Him? Go to the Prayers of REST website, scroll down and click the microphone on the left side of the page to leave me a quick voice message. I want to celebrate with you what God is doing in your life!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message
I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to download yours today. Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days. | |||
| 20 Jul 2020 | Praying without Words (Romans 8:26-27) | 00:09:57 | |
How do you pray when you just don't have the words to express what's on your heart? Is it even worth spending time in prayer if you don't come armed with a prayer list? Scripture's answer is a resounding YES, and today’s Prayers of REST episode will show you why. Today’s reading is Romans 8:26-27, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format:
You can download your free REST Prayer Bookmark at www.prayersofrest.com. And if you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 25-26. Music by Colby Taylor--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 21 Jun 2021 | Fruit of the Spirit 07: Kindness | 00:10:54 | |
We could all use a little more kindness in our lives, right? But you don’t have to be Mr. Rogers to live a supernaturally kind life. That kindness can be cultivated in each of us, because the fruit of the Spirit is… kindness. This summer, we’re praying through the Fruit of the Spirit, one trait each week, and today we’re praying through Matthew 25:40 and meditating on how Jesus showed KINDNESS and wants to produce His kindness in us too. Spend 10 minutes praying with me for God to work the Fruit of His Spirit in our lives, as we: •Recite God's Goodness •Express Your Neediness •Seek His Stillness, and •Trust His Faithfulness Join me here each week as we REST in prayer for God to work in us His… Love. Joy. Peace. Patience. Kindness. Goodness. Faithfulness. Gentleness. Self-Control. Each week, a new invitation. Each day, new fruit. Grab a few friends, start a group text, and subscribe to the Prayers of REST podcast to get weekly prayer episodes straight to your phone: www.prayersofrest.com/fruit. And if you want to support the work of Prayers of REST and help us reach all 196 countries and regions around the world with the Good News of Jesus, go to www.prayersofrest.com/patreon to become a Prayer Partner and get access to our monthly live prayer calls, printed prayer journals, and more. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 19 Jul 2021 | Fruit of the Spirit 11: Self-Control | 00:10:59 | |
This is the last episode we’re praying through the Fruit of the Spirit, and I’m wondering: how has God worked in your life this summer? Would you take a moment to leave a rating and review on iTunes or wherever you listen to your podcasts? This week, we’re wrapping up the Fruit of the Spirit, praying through Titus 2:11-12 and meditating on how Jesus showed SELF-CONTROL and wants to produce His self-control in us too. Spend 10 minutes praying with me for God to work the Fruit of His Spirit in our lives, as we: •Recite God's Goodness •Express Your Neediness •Seek His Stillness, and •Trust His Faithfulness And if you want to support the work of Prayers of REST and help us reach all 196 countries and regions around the world with the Good News of Jesus, go to www.prayersofrest.com/patreon to become a Prayer Partner and get access to our monthly live prayer calls, printed prayer journals, and more. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 21 Dec 2020 | Bow before the Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9) | 00:09:38 | |
Whatever may be troubling your mind or heart at this moment, you can find rest at the feet of the Prince of Peace. Jesus laid down His life, and defeated death and is sovereign over all, and he promises comfort and peace to those that find their rest in Him. Submit your anxieties and your thoughts to the Prince of Peace as you listen and pray through todays Prayers of REST episode. Today’s scripture reading is Isaiah 9, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your Neediness Seek His Stillness Trust His Faithfulness If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can get your copy of Unwrapping the Names Devotional as well as access to the Unwrapping the names Christmas playlist at www.unwrappingthenames.com to help you focus your intentions on Jesus If you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 24-25. Music by Colby Taylor. Editing and Production by Alyx Vissing.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 05 Oct 2020 | BONUS 5: Is God Really Trustworthy? (Psalm 62) | 00:09:57 | |
Is God really trustworthy? That’s the question we’re praying through this week in our Prayers of REST podcast, learning to Trust God’s Faithfulness (the “T” in the REST prayer acronym), as we pray through Psalm 62. But along with listening to this week’s episode, I encourage you to take some time to share with someone else this week how God has been faithful in your life. And perhaps even write these stories down. This episode is based on the Prayers of REST Bible study (available on Amazon here) and is made possible by generous listeners like you. To support this podcast and spread the good news of Jesus around the world, go to patreon.com/prayersofrest to become a monthly Prayer Partner today. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 25-26. Music by Colby Taylor--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 22 Aug 2021 | A Prayer for Our Persecuted Afghan Sisters and Brothers | 00:10:59 | |
Wish you could pray for those suffering in Afghanistan but don’t know what to say? Join me for a ten-minute guided prayer based on Hebrews 13:3: “Continue to remember those in prison as of you were together with them in prison, and those who are mistreated as if you yourselves were suffering.” As always, we use the acronym REST to guide us as we pray God’s Word…
Share, save, and keep praying. Find more prayer guidance at prayersofrest.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 08 Aug 2021 | Refresh Your Prayer Life: The 3 R's of a Modern Examen | 00:05:43 | |
If your prayer life feels like it's stuck in a rut, here's a creative prayer idea that I found in Jennifer Duke Lee's new book and Bible Study: Growing Slow. The 3 R's are Remember, Reflect, and Return. It's like a modern take on the ancient practice of the Examen, but with a focus on Scripture. I’m hoping that this mini-season will help Refresh Your Prayer Life as we head into a new school year. If you try out any of the creative prayer ideas in this mini-season, please let me know! You can go to prayersofrest.com and leave me a voice message, or tag me @asheritah in your Instagram stories!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 11 Oct 2021 | SEASON 5 TRAILER: Praying Through Hard Emotions | 00:08:32 | |
There's a myth that good Christians shouldn't struggle with hard emotions, that we should always be joyful and at peace. But the truth is that we live in a broken world where bad things happen to good people. We all struggle with hard emotions. That’s exactly why this season on the Prayers of REST podcast we’re Praying Through Hard Emotions. So often we’re embarrassed to admit that we struggle with anger, anxiety, or depression, but when we bring these emotions to God, when we’re honest with Him about the hard things we're facing, that's when He starts working. When was the last time YOU talked with God about the hard emotions you're experiencing? If you’re dealing with guilt, anger, envy, loneliness, or any of dozens of hard emotions, then join us on October 11 as we:
I promise you that when you place these emotions in God’s hands, He will take what is hard and turn it into something good. That’s the way of our Good Father.
I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to download yours today. Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days. | |||
| 28 Jun 2021 | Fruit of the Spirit 08: Goodness | 00:10:46 | |
When God created the world, He called it “good.” …Is it still good today? Does His goodness live in you and in me? This summer, we’re praying through the Fruit of the Spirit, one trait each week, and today we’re praying through James 3:13 and meditating on how Jesus showed GOODNESS and wants to produce His goodness in us too. Spend 10 minutes praying with me for God to work the Fruit of His Spirit in our lives, as we: •Recite God's Goodness •Express Your Neediness •Seek His Stillness, and •Trust His Faithfulness Join me here each week as we REST in prayer for God to work in us His… Love. Joy. Peace. Patience. Kindness. Goodness. Faithfulness. Gentleness. Self-Control. Each week, a new invitation. Each day, new fruit. Grab a few friends, start a group text, and subscribe to the Prayers of REST podcast to get weekly prayer episodes straight to your phone: www.prayersofrest.com/fruit. And if you want to support the work of Prayers of REST and help us reach all 196 countries and regions around the world with the Good News of Jesus, go to www.prayersofrest.com/patreon to become a Prayer Partner and get access to our monthly live prayer calls, printed prayer journals, and more. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 22 Feb 2021 | Jesus Keeps No Record of Wrongs (Luke 22) | 00:09:53 | |
Your mistakes, your past regrets, and your fears cannot separate you from Jesus' love. If your days are not shaped by the love of Christ, if you often feel too busy and miss the opportunities to connect with God, and find yourself living a life of little denials, know that Jesus can and will restore your relationship with Him. May today's episode be a reminder that He his ready, able, and willing to grow you and restore your peace. Today’s scripture reading is Luke 22:50-51, and we’ll be praying through the Scriptures using the REST format: Recite God’s Goodness Express Your Neediness Seek His Stillness Trust His Faithfulness If you’re trying to start a prayer habit in your own life, try listening to this episode every day this week, personalizing each part of the REST prayer with what’s on your heart that day. You can get your own copy of Uncovering the Love of Jesus at Uncoveringthelove.com if you would like to dive deeper into different aspects of Jesus' love. Details for this weeks giveaway on prizes and how to enter can be found on my instagram page @Asheritah ( https://www.instagram.com/asheritah/?hl=en ). I hope that these gifts are a blessing to you, and a reminder of Jesus' gracious love. If you enjoyed today’s prayer podcast, remember to subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review so others can find this podcast too. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence. Benediction from Jude verses 24-25. Music by Colby Taylor. Editing and Production by Alyx Vissing.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 26 Jul 2021 | Fruit of the Spirit 12: Season Wrap-Up | 00:43:59 | |
This week, we’re wrapping up our season of The Fruit of the Spirit with a conversation with Angie Elkins, a dear friend and the producer of this podcast! We talk about what it looks like to live a fruitful life, sharing personal stories from our own journeys with Jesus, as well as a few stories from listeners like you. And yes, of course, we spend some time praying too! This week Angie prays with me through John 15:5-8, meditating on how the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit all work together to bear much fruit in our lives. As you look back on this summer, do you look a little more like Jesus than you did at the start? If you answered “I think so. Yes, I can see a little (or a lot of) growth!” I would love to hear your story! How is God working the Fruit of His Spirit in you and your family? Did you go through this season with some friends? Go to www.prayersofrest.com and click the microphone on the side of the page to leave me a quick voice message. I want to celebrate with you what God is doing in your life! If you'd like to hear more from Angie, connect with her at https://www.chatologie.com/. And if you want to support the work of Prayers of REST and help us reach all 196 countries and regions around the world with the Good News of Jesus, go to www.prayersofrest.com/patreon to become a Prayer Partner and get access to our extra-long monthly prayer calls, printed prayer journals, and more. Until we meet again, may you rest in God’s loving presence.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/prayersofrest/message | |||
| 17 Feb 2022 | SEASON 6 TRAILER: Praying Through Tricky Relationships | 00:06:54 | |
Do you ever struggle to pray for certain people in your life? Maybe they're in a situation that you just can't relate to, or maybe they've hurt you in some way. If we're honest, there are even times when we don't want to pray for that person at all... That's why this season on the Prayers of REST Podcast we're praying through Tricky Relationships. Yes, we're going there. If you've ever struggled with your mother-in-law or daughter-in-law... We're going there. And if you're wondering how to pray for your neighbor, your unbelieving friend, or the person who's political views are the complete opposite of yours... We're going there too. I can't promise you that these relationships will get any easier by the end of this season, but I can promise you that as we bring these Tricky Relationships to God, he will give us His peace as we learn to REST in His loving presence together. So are you ready? Here we go! | |||
| 21 Feb 2022 | 6.1 Why it's Hard to Pray for Certain People | 00:37:32 | |
Do you ever have a hard time praying for certain people in your life? Then listen in as Angie Elkins, Kindra Stanton, and I talk about why it can be so hard to find the words to say when we pray for certain people. You'll hear us share specific examples of tricky relationships that we personally have a hard time praying for as well as a sneak peak into a few of the tricky relationships that we will be praying through this season on the Prayers of REST podcast. Angie Elkins is the editor for the Prayers of REST podcast and also hosts her own show Chatologie with Angie Elkins. Her podcast moves people closer to God and each other by starting conversations that matter. In 2020 she launched Angie Elkins Media, where along with her team, she edits and produces multiple podcasts including Prayers of REST, The Happy Hour with Jamie Ivey, Your Enneagram Coach the podcast, and The Glass House with Ben & Lynley Mandrell. Angie also loves teaching others to launch their podcasts and thrive as podcasters at thepodcastcoach.org. You can find her on Instagram at @angiebrownelkins. Kindra Stanton is the production manager for the Prayers of REST Podcast and is also my ministry assistant! She is passionate about the Word of God and loves teaching women and girls how to read their Bibles well. You can find her on instagram at @kinda_kindra. Are you excited about this new season? Then text a few friends and start a Prayers of REST prayer group! It’s simple: just invite a few friends, commit to listening to the prayer episode each week, and then share with each other what God is revealing to you in prayer. Pray for each other, encourage each other, and maybe once a month try to meet together for a time of live prayer together. Why? Because we learn how to pray not by reading a book about prayer or listening to a sermon about prayer, but by actually praying together. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 28 Feb 2022 | 6.2 Praying Through Church Hurt | 00:11:00 | |
Have you been hurt by your local church? Then friend, bring your pain to the Lord and find comfort and rest in Him today. Even if you aren't struggling with church hurt right now, take some time to pray along with us so that if you (or a friend) ever face times of conflict in your local church, you'll know how to pray your way through them. | |||
| 03 Mar 2022 | 6.3 Healing from Church Hurt (with Mike Castelli) | 00:33:26 | |
Have you ever experienced conflict in your local church that resulted in hurt for you or a friend? Then listen as Pastor Mike Castelli shares his story of how he encountered God in the midst of a season of turmoil in his local church. You'll hear the simple prayers that grounded him during a period of isolation and how trust and rest were central to his healing journey. If you'd like to hear more about what Pastor Mike learned through this situation, you can find his sermon series "Lessons from the Pit," here. Pastor Mike serves as the Lead Pastor at The Chapel in Green where Asheritah and her family attend. He came to The Chapel in 2000, after working as a Senior Research Engineer for 12 years at the NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, Ohio. You can connect with him through The Chapel's Facebook page and on Instagram @thechapelgreen. Are you excited about this new season? Then text a few friends and start a Prayers of REST prayer group! It’s simple: just invite a few friends, commit to listening to the prayer episode each week, and then share with each other what God is revealing to you in prayer. Pray for each other, encourage each other, and maybe once a month try to meet together for a time of live prayer together. Why? Because we learn how to pray not by reading a book about prayer or listening to a sermon about prayer, but by actually praying together. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 07 Mar 2022 | 6.4 Praying for Your Neighbors | 00:09:30 | |
Have you ever wondered what to pray for you next door neighbor? Then friend, listen in and pray alongside me as we pray for our neighbors together. Even if you aren't struggling to pray for your neighbor right now, take some time to pray along with us so that if you (or a friend) ever have a difficult neighbor move in next door, you'll know how you can pray for them. I can't promise you that the relationships we're praying through this season will get any easier, but I can promise you that as we bring our Tricky Relationships to God, he will give us His peace as we learn to REST in Him. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 10 Mar 2022 | 6.5 Loving Your Actual Neighbors (with Amy Lively) | 00:43:11 | |
Have you ever wondered how to go about loving your actual neighbors? Then listen as Amy Lively shares how one step of obedience led to lifelong friendships, a neighborhood Bible study, and now an international ministry called The Neighborhood Café. Amy is the author of How to Love Your Neighbor Without Being Weird and she’s currently writing a new Bible study called Hope Fully: How to Turn Uncertain Times into a Surprisingly Hopeful New Normal. You can connect with her through her website amylively.com or on instagram @amylively. Are you excited about this new season? Then text a few friends and start a Prayers of REST prayer group! It’s simple: just invite a few friends, commit to listening to the prayer episode each week, and then share with each other what God is revealing to you in prayer. Pray for each other, encourage each other, and maybe once a month try to meet together for a time of live prayer together. Why? Because we learn how to pray not by reading a book about prayer or listening to a sermon about prayer, but by actually praying together. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 14 Mar 2022 | 6.6 Praying for Unbelievers | 00:10:00 | |
Have you ever had a hard time praying for someone who doesn't know Jesus? | |||
| 17 Mar 2022 | 6.7 Navigating Conflict with Unbelievers (with Susie Hayes) | 00:33:54 | |
Have you ever had to navigate conflict with someone who has a completely different set of values than you do? | |||
| 21 Mar 2022 | 6.8 Praying Through Cancer & Chronic Illness | 00:09:54 | |
Has your life been affected by cancer or a chronic illness? | |||
| 24 Mar 2022 | 6.9 Trusting God through Cancer (with Niki Hardy) | 00:34:55 | |
Are you or a loved one battling cancer? Then listen in as Niki Hardy shares her story of how the chemo chair provided her with an opportunity to trust God and how a piece of candy allowed her to encourage someone else with a cancer diagnosis. Niki is an author, speaker, coach and cancer thriver whose goal is to help you discover how life doesn’t have to be pain-free to be full. She is the author of Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart, One Minute Prayers for Women with Cancer, and host of the Chemo Chair Prayers podcast, and the Trusting God Through Cancer Summit. The Trusting God Through Cancer Summit is an online event designed specifically by cancer survivors for cancer survivors to help you thrive, not just survive, no matter what your cancer throws at you. At this event, you can listen, learn, and be encouraged and prayed for by international speaks who’ve been where you are, all from the comfort of your own home for FREE. Just click here to register! Want to continue the conversation? Then connect with Niki on instagram! @niki.hardy | |||
| 04 Apr 2022 | 6.10 A Prayer for Families of Children with Special Needs | 00:09:37 | |
Do you have a child with special needs or know someone who does? | |||
| 07 Apr 2022 | 6.12 Caring for Families of Children with Special Needs (with Amy Troyer) | 00:35:30 | |
Did you know that having a child with special needs, though difficult, can be a blessing from God? Listen in as Amy Troyer shares her initial reaction to her son’s diagnosis, and how God guided her with lovingkindness each day. Amy is the Director of the special need’s ministry at The Chapel Green Campus in Ohio and the author of It’s More Ups Than Downs. Amy and her husband Mark have been married for 27 years and have two children, Abby and Ryan. After Ryan’s birth in 2001 and the diagnosis of Down Syndrome, God created a passion in Amy to reach out, love, and share with new parents the wonderful blessings that come from having a child with Down Syndrome. I hope you enjoy hearing her story and are inspired to love the families of children with special needs in your community well! Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 05 Apr 2022 | 6.11 A Prayer for When Things Don't Go Your Way | 00:10:50 | |
Have you ever had plans that were upset by unexpected circumstances? | |||
| 11 Apr 2022 | 6.13 A Prayer for the Singles in Your Life | 00:10:17 | |
Do you ever have a hard time knowing how to pray for your single friends? Even if you aren't struggling to pray for the singles in your life right now, take some time to pray along with us so that if a single friend ever asks you to pray for them, you'll be ready! I can't promise you that the relationships we're praying through this season will get any easier, but I can promise you that as we bring our Tricky Relationships to God, he will give us His peace as we learn to REST in Him. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 14 Apr 2022 | 6.14 Praying for Singles (with Melissa Zaldivar) | 00:36:24 | |
Do you ever wonder how you can support the single people in your life? | |||
| 18 Apr 2022 | 6.15 A Prayer for Families of Suicide Victims | 00:10:00 | |
How do you pray for someone who has lost a loved one to suicide? I can't promise you that the relationships we're praying through this season will get any easier, but I can promise you that as we bring our Tricky Relationships to God, he will give us His peace as we learn to REST in Him. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 21 Apr 2022 | 6.16 Surviving Suicide Loss (with Rita Schulte) | 00:33:50 | |
Have you or a friend ever lost a loved one to suicide? Friend, you're not alone. Listen in to this week's interview episode on the Prayers of REST Podcast to hear Rita Schulte share her own personal story of grieving when her late husband took his own life, and how God guided her toward healing and into a ministry of coming alongside those who have survived suicide loss. Rita is a licensed professional counselor who specializes in treating eating disorders, anxiety and depressive disorders as well as grief, loss, and trauma. She's also a radio host and the author of several books including, Surviving Suicide Loss: Making Your Way Beyond the Ruins. This episode may trigger all kinds of feelings toward a tricky relationship in your life. If you’d like some extra help in praying through hard emotions (like anxiety, anger, guilt, and disappointment), you can download 10 Prayers for Hard Emotions when you go to prayersofrest.com/hard. Lastly, if you are battling suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800)273-8255 Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 25 Apr 2022 | 6.17 A Prayer for Your Adult Children Who Have Strayed | 00:10:30 | |
Do you ever wonder how to pray for a child who is walking away from their faith? | |||
| 28 Apr 2022 | 6.18 Praying for Adult Children (with Judy Dunagan) | 00:30:20 | |
Do you ever struggle to know how to pray for your adult children? Then listen in as Asheritah and Judy Dunagan talk about how to pray when our kids walk away from God. You might be surprised to hear what strange thing Judy felt God calling her to do, as well as what she learned about God (and herself!) while her daughter was wandering. Judy served as a women’s ministry leader for twenty years before joining Moody Publishers in 2014 as an acquiring editor for the women's line of books and discipleship resources. In fact, she's Asheritah's editor, and also a dear friend and prayer warrior. Judy is passionate about discipling women and making God’s Word come alive in everyday life, and she lives with her husband, Rick, in the Colorado mountains. If you’ve been blessed by this episode, would you take a minute to leave a rating and review wherever you’re listening to this episode? It helps us reach even more people looking for rest and peace in these hard times. THANK YOU for helping us spread the word! You can also connect directly with Judy at JudyDunagan.com, if you'd like to continue the conversation with her. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God's loving presence. | |||
| 02 May 2022 | 6.19 A Prayer for Parents Who've Hurt You | 00:10:22 | |
Have you been wounded by a parent? Even if you aren't struggling to pray for your parents right now, take some time to pray along with us so that if a friend reveals that they have experienced hurt in their relationship with a parent, you'll know how to pray for them. I can't promise you that the relationships we're praying through this season will get any easier, but I can promise you that as we bring our Tricky Relationships to God, he will give us His peace as we learn to REST in Him. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 05 May 2022 | 6.20 Praying for Parent's Who've Hurt You (With Leslie Leyland Fields) | 00:48:48 | |
Have you been hurt by your parents? This episode may trigger all kinds of feelings toward a tricky relationship in your life. If you’d like some extra help in praying through hard emotions (like anxiety, anger, guilt, and disappointment), you can download 10 Prayers for Hard Emotions when you go to prayersofrest.com/hard. | |||
| 09 May 2022 | 6.21 A Prayer for Your Mother or Daughter-In-Law | 00:10:00 | |
Do you have a difficult relationship with your mother or daughter-in-law? | |||
| 12 May 2022 | 6.22 Making Room for Your Mother or Daughter-In-Law (with Barbara and Stacy Reaoch) | 00:42:00 | |
Are you in a tricky mother/daughter-in-law relationship? Then listen in to hear how Barbara and Stacey Reaoch -- a mother and daughter-in-law pair -- have learned to communicate expectations and trust God's faithfulness throughout their relationship. Barbara and Stacey Reaoch are the authors of the book Making Room for Her, where they share biblical wisdom for a healthier relationship with your Mother or Daughter-in-law. If you’ve been blessed by this conversation, would you take a minute to leave a rating and review wherever you’re listening to this episode? It helps us reach even more people looking for rest and peace in these hard times. THANK YOU for helping us spread the word! You can also connect directly with Barbara and Stacy through their websites if you'd like to continue the conversation: www.barbarareaoch.com & www.stacyreaoch.com Until we meet again, may you find rest in God's loving presence. | |||
| 16 May 2022 | 6.23 A Prayer for a Distant Spouse | 00:10:20 | |
Does your spouse feel distant? Does your marriage feel strained? | |||
| 19 May 2022 | 6.24 Praying through Marriage Struggles (with Ben & Lynley Mandrell) | 00:45:38 | |
Are you struggling in your marriage? Then listen in as Ben and Lynley Mandrell share how they processed the struggles they've experienced in their marriage and recognized God's goodness even in the midst of their rock bottom moments. Ben and Lynley believe ministry is a team sport. Married 20 years, they have served churches together in Tennessee and Colorado while raising their four kids: Ava, Max, Miles, and Jack. In 2019, God called the Mandrells to Nashville where Ben serves as the 10th president of Lifeway Christian Resources. In 2021, Ben and Lynley launched The Glass House, a podcast hosted by Lifeway, where they have conversations with leaders who have experienced the stress of ministry. If you enjoyed this conversation, you can connect with Ben and Lynley on Instagram to keep the conversation going. Her handle is their handles are @benmandrell and @lynleymandrell80. You can also gain access to bonus content and transcripts for this episode through our Patreon Prayer community. To find more information about how to join our Prayer community, go to prayersofrest.com and click the "Support Us" button. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence. | |||
| 23 May 2022 | 6.25 A Prayer for Those Struggling with Infertility | 00:10:36 | |
Are you struggling with infertility? | |||
| 26 May 2022 | 6.26 Praying for Friends Struggling with Infertility and Miscarriage (with Nicole Zasowski) | 00:40:12 | |
How do you pray for someone who is struggling with infertility? If you've asked this question or are struggling with infertility yourself, then listen in to today's interview episode where Nicole Zasowski shares about her journey with infertility and multiple miscarriages. You'll especially want to hear how she learned to celebrate the goodness of God in her life and choose joy even in the midst of great suffering. Nicole is a licensed marriage and family therapist and the author of From Lost to Found and What If It’s Wonderful?: An Invitation to Release Your Fears, Choose Joy, and Find the Courage to Celebrate. As an old soul who wears her heart proudly on her sleeve, she enjoys writing and speaking on topics that merge her professional knowledge, faith, and personal experience. Nicole lives in Connecticut with her husband and three young children. This episode may have triggered all kinds of feelings toward a tricky relationship in your life. If you’d like some extra help in praying through hard emotions (like anxiety, anger, guilt, and disappointment), you can download 10 Prayers for Hard Emotions when you go to prayersofrest.com/hard. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God's loving presence. | |||
| 30 May 2022 | 6.27 A Prayer for Parents Who Have Lost a Child | 00:10:04 | |
Do you know someone who has lost a child? | |||
| 02 Jun 2022 | 6.28 Praying for Parents Who Have Lost a Child (with Noelle Beck) | 00:47:08 | |
How do you pray for someone who has lost a child? If you've asked this question or are grieving the loss of a child yourself, then listen in to today's interview episode where Noelle Beck shares her story of a miraculous pregnancy followed by the still born birth of her baby boy. You'll especially want to hear the message that God used to prepare her for this experience and how she was able to hold on to the fact that even in the hard things God is still good. Noelle is the founder of First Glance which seeks to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of teenagers in Kenmore. In 2017, Noelle established Akron on Purpose where she helps others unlock the fullness of relationship we can have with God and hosts a yearly conference rallying, encouraging and highlighting the amazing women of Akron. This episode may have triggered all kinds of feelings toward a tricky relationship in your life. If you’d like some extra help in praying through hard emotions (like anxiety, anger, guilt, and disappointment), you can download 10 Prayers for Hard Emotions when you go to prayersofrest.com/hard. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God's loving presence. | |||
| 06 Jun 2022 | 6.29 Praying for Friends in Toxic Relationships | 00:10:08 | |
Do you know someone who is in a toxic relationship? | |||
| 09 Jun 2022 | 6.30 When to Walk Away from a Toxic Relationship (with Gary Thomas) | 00:38:02 | |
How do you pray for someone in a toxic relationship? If you've been asking this question, then listen in as Gary Thomas shares why maybe you should stop praying for the toxic people in your life and why staying in a toxic relationship is not your "cross to bear." Gary is the author of over 20 books that together have sold two million copies and have been translated into more than a dozen languages. These books include When to Walk Away: Finding Freedom from Toxic People; Sacred Marriage; Sacred Search; and the Gold Medallion award winner Authentic Faith. If you’ve been blessed by this episode, would you take a minute to leave a rating and review wherever you’re listening to this episode? It helps us reach even more people looking for rest and peace in these hard times. THANK YOU for helping us spread the word! You can also connect directly with Gary through his website, Facebook, or Instagram if you'd like to continue the conversation with him. And if you'd like to get access to bonus content and transcripts for this episode, you can join our Patreon Prayer community. Just go to prayersofrest.com and click the "Support Us" button to find our more. Until we meet again, may you find rest in God's loving presence. | |||
| 13 Jun 2022 | 6.31 Season Wrap-Up Episode! (Melissa & Asheritah) | 00:48:20 | |
Can you believe that we've reached the end of our sixth season on the Prayers of REST Podcast? | |||
| 20 Jun 2022 | Hosea | 00:06:40 | |
"For I desire faithful love and not sacrifice, the knowledge of God rather than burnt offerings." Hosea 6:6 CSB If at any point you want to pray longer than the few moments of quiet between letters, simply hit “pause” on your podcast player, and resume when you’re ready to move on. Also, if you’d simply like to write down your prayers and keep a record of your prayers over time, I encourage you to get the companion prayer journal for Prayers of REST, available on Amazon. Pray through the Bible is based on the “66 Verses Collection” from my new book, Prayers of REST: Daily Prompts to Slow Down and Hear God’s Voice, and is a production of One Thing Alone Ministries, made possible by the generous support of Moody Publishers. To learn more about Prayers of REST, and to get access to a free REST prayer bookmark, go to prayersofrest.com. | |||
| 27 Jun 2022 | Joel | 00:06:52 | |
"Tear your hearts, not just your clothes, and return to the Lord your God. For he is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger, abounding in faithful love, and he relents from sending disaster." Joel 2:13 CSB If at any point you want to pray longer than the few moments of quiet between letters, simply hit “pause” on your podcast player, and resume when you’re ready to move on. Also, if you’d simply like to write down your prayers and keep a record of your prayers over time, I encourage you to get the companion prayer journal for Prayers of REST, available on Amazon. Pray through the Bible is based on the “66 Verses Collection” from my new book, Prayers of REST: Daily Prompts to Slow Down and Hear God’s Voice, and is a production of One Thing Alone Ministries, made possible by the generous support of Moody Publishers. To learn more about Prayers of REST, and to get access to a free REST prayer bookmark, go to prayersofrest.com. | |||
| 04 Jul 2022 | Amos | 00:04:42 | |
"But let justice flow like water, and righteousness, like an unfailing stream." Amos 5:24 CSB If at any point you want to pray longer than the few moments of quiet between letters, simply hit “pause” on your podcast player, and resume when you’re ready to move on. Also, if you’d simply like to write down your prayers and keep a record of your prayers over time, I encourage you to get the companion prayer journal for Prayers of REST, available on Amazon. Pray through the Bible is based on the “66 Verses Collection” from my new book, Prayers of REST: Daily Prompts to Slow Down and Hear God’s Voice, and is a production of One Thing Alone Ministries, made possible by the generous support of Moody Publishers. To learn more about Prayers of REST, and to get access to a free REST prayer bookmark, go to prayersofrest.com. | |||
| 11 Jul 2022 | Obadiah | 00:04:22 | |
"The kingdom will be the Lord's." Obadiah 21 CSB If at any point you want to pray longer than the few moments of quiet between letters, simply hit “pause” on your podcast player, and resume when you’re ready to move on. Also, if you’d simply like to write down your prayers and keep a record of your prayers over time, I encourage you to get the companion prayer journal for Prayers of REST, available on Amazon. Pray through the Bible is based on the “66 Verses Collection” from my new book, Prayers of REST: Daily Prompts to Slow Down and Hear God’s Voice, and is a production of One Thing Alone Ministries, made possible by the generous support of Moody Publishers. To learn more about Prayers of REST, and to get access to a free REST prayer bookmark, go to prayersofrest.com. | |||
| 18 Jul 2022 | Jonah | 00:04:26 | |
"I knew that you are a gracious and compassionate God, slow to anger, abounding in faithful love, and one who relents from sending disaster." Jonah 4:2 CSB If at any point you want to pray longer than the few moments of quiet between letters, simply hit “pause” on your podcast player, and resume when you’re ready to move on. Also, if you’d simply like to write down your prayers and keep a record of your prayers over time, I encourage you to get the companion prayer journal for Prayers of REST, available on Amazon. Pray through the Bible is based on the “66 Verses Collection” from my new book, Prayers of REST: Daily Prompts to Slow Down and Hear God’s Voice, and is a production of One Thing Alone Ministries, made possible by the generous support of Moody Publishers. To learn more about Prayers of REST, and to get access to a free REST prayer bookmark, go to prayersofrest.com. | |||
| 25 Jul 2022 | Micah | 00:04:31 | |
"Mankind, he has told each of you what is good and what it is the Lord requires of you: to act justly, to love faithfulness, and to walk humbly with your God." Micah 6:8 CSB If at any point you want to pray longer than the few moments of quiet between letters, simply hit “pause” on your podcast player, and resume when you’re ready to move on. Also, if you’d simply like to write down your prayers and keep a record of your prayers over time, I encourage you to get the companion prayer journal for Prayers of REST, available on Amazon. Pray through the Bible is based on the “66 Verses Collection” from my new book, Prayers of REST: Daily Prompts to Slow Down and Hear God’s Voice, and is a production of One Thing Alone Ministries, made possible by the generous support of Moody Publishers. To learn more about Prayers of REST, and to get access to a free REST prayer bookmark, go to prayersofrest.com. | |||