Crushed in Spirit n - Cracked Open - Season 2 episode 17: Crushed in Spirit
🎙️Crushed in Spirit – Season 2 Episode 17There’s a difference between being broken… and being crushed.This episode goes deeper than surface-level struggle. It’s about that place where the strength is gone, the energy is gone, and you’re just trying to get through the day. A place the Bible describes as “crushed in spirit.”In this episode, I talk about what that really means—through life experience, honest reflection, and scripture. From the idea of being shattered versus completely ground down, to the feeling of “dry bones,” to the moments where nothing makes sense anymore.This one is heavier… and more rooted in scripture than most of my episodes. Not to preach—but because the topic itself leads there.If you’re in that place right now, you’re not alone.There’s something here for you.⸻ Hebrew words quoted with meanings:*The Hebrew word daka (דָּכָא, Strong's #1792/1793) means to crush, bruise, or break into pieces, often implying total devastation or being reduced to powder. Used literally for physical crushing and metaphorically for spiritual contrition or being oppressed, it implies a severe breakdown, such as in Isaiah 53:5 ("crushed for our iniquities") and Psalm 34:18 ("crushed in spirit").*The Hebrew word shabar (שָׁבַר, Strong's #7665) literally means "to break," "shatter," "smash," or "crush". It describes a violent, total breaking into pieces, used for objects (like pottery or bones), and metaphorically for broken hearts, ruined hopes, or being crushed by judgment, pain, or distress.*Ruach (רוּחַ) is a Hebrew word primarily meaning spirit, wind, or breath. Occurring nearly 400 times in the Hebrew Bible, it signifies an invisible yet powerful force, representing both literal breath/wind and the divine, animating spirit of God (Ruach Elohim) that sustains life and empowers people.*The Hebrew word yasha (יָשַׁע - Strong's H3467) means to save, deliver, rescue, or bring to safety. It is a verb that frequently denotes bringing a person or nation out of distress into a place of safety, width, or freedom.*Adullam (Hebrew: עֲדֻלָּם, romanized: ʿĂḏullām) refers to an ancient Canaanite town and its surrounding area, notably associated with a refuge, hiding place, or fortress where King David hid while escaping from King Saul. The phrase "the cave of Adullam" (Hebrew: מערת עדלם, mᵊʿāraṯ ʿǍḏullām) specifically denotes the hideout in the hills of Judah mentioned in 1 Samuel 22.📖 Scriptures & 🎵 PlaylistI’ve listed all the scriptures referenced in this episode in the description below, along with a playlist for anyone going through a season like this.Bible scripture references:( scriptures from the opening intertwined that made up my remarks in order are: Lk.18:1; - Ps. 34:17-18; - Is. 43:19; - Ps. 8:23; - Mt. 19:26; - Heb. 11:1; - Ps. 147:3; - 1st Pet. 5:8-9; - Rs. 15:13; - Ps. 126:5-6; - Ecl. 3:1; - Is. 46:10; - Duet. 31:6; - Lk. 1:37; - Js. 1:6-7; - 1st Pet. 1:6-7; - Ecl. 3:11; - Ps. 40:1-2; - Mt. 17:20; - Prov. 18:14 )Other scripture referenced:Jn. 2:1-11; Ps. 23:1; 30:5; 51:17; 55:22; Rs. 12:19; 2 Cor. 12:9; Is. 53...Prov. 17:22; 18:14; Mt.11:28-30; Jn. 1:5; Sometimes words aren’t enough… and music can say what we can’t.Music Video Playlist:[ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV8cdDvhl_vwU24u8oHVfg5Ay6fr0pB32 ]⸻🎬 Clip from The Cosen - Jesus turns water to wine[ https://youtu.be/MhjvAAkXbj0?si=1JS4EU60sUvHEeBm ]Clip reference:A scene inspired by the water into wine story (John 2) is also referenced in this episode.--------#crackedopenpodcast #crackedopen #podcast#CrushedInSpirit#MentalHealth#Faith#Healing#Hope#Depression#KeepGoing#GodIsNear#podcastlife #glennunesmusic #musicgives #glennunesmusic #musicgiveslove #mentalhealthawareness
