*Meditation: The Cleansing of the Heart

June 4, 2026 | Moments Almanac | Churchill

Share Your Thoughts [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2602723/fan_mail/new] On this June 4 edition of Moments Almanac, we remember a day marked by both courage and contemplation. We begin with Winston Churchill's stirring call to perseverance during one of the darkest days of World War II. We then journey to the village of Bethany, where Martha and Mary remind us that while service matters, there is a "better part" found in simply sitting at the feet of Jesus. Along the way, we celebrate the birth of beloved poet Patience Strong and reflect on her beautiful words: "At the gate that swings between this world and the world above, stands the angel of God's mercy with the lamp of love." In a world that urges us to hurry, produce, and strive, today's episode offers a gentle invitation to pause, listen, and receive the mercy that is new every morning. Scripture: Luke 10:38–42; Lamentations 3:22–23 Theme: Choosing the better part—presence before productivity.

*Meditation | The Glory of the Lord

Share Your Thoughts [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2602723/fan_mail/new] What happens when we stop focusing on our worries and simply behold the greatness of God? In this guided meditation, we reflect on Psalm 145:5 and the splendor of God's glorious majesty. Together we'll slow our breathing, quiet our hearts, and lift our eyes beyond our concerns to worship the God whose glory fills the earth. Featuring: • Psalm 145:5 • Isaiah 6:3 • Psalm 19:1 • Revelation 5:12 • A reflection from A.W. Tozer How to Use This Meditation: Find a quiet place where you can sit comfortably and minimize distractions. If possible, use headphones. As you listen, focus on your breathing and allow the Scripture readings and reflections to draw your attention away from the demands of the day and toward the beauty and majesty of God. There is nothing you need to accomplish during these moments—simply rest in His presence. Whether you're beginning your morning, taking a midday pause, or ending your evening, may this meditation help you rediscover the wonder of God's glory and the peace that comes from fixing your eyes on Him. "I will speak of your splendor and glorious majesty and your wondrous works." — Psalm 145:5 Take care, Notice the Scattered Moments and share the grace.

June 3, 2026: Moments Almanac | Courage

Share Your Thoughts [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2602723/fan_mail/new] On this June 3 edition of Moments Almanac, we remember the courage of the Ugandan martyrs led by Charles Lwanga, the wonder of astronaut Ed White's historic spacewalk, and the longing for freedom remembered through Tiananmen Square. Joined by the stirring words of Joshua 1:9, a beloved missionary hymn, and a challenging poem by James Russell Lowell, today's reflection invites us to live with conviction, speak the truth with grace, and trust God wherever He leads. "Be strong and courageous... for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." — Joshua 1:9

June 2, 2026 Moments Almanac | Kingdom

Share Your Thoughts [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2602723/fan_mail/new] In this June 2 edition of Scattered Moments Almanac, we remember the quiet courage of Blandina of Lyons, a young believer whose faith endured in the shadow of the Roman Empire. Through scripture, the words of theologian Greg Boyd, and the mystical poetry of Francis Thompson, this episode reflects on the hidden Kingdom of God — a counterkingdom of radical love, mercy, and enduring grace. Featuring: • Luke 17:21 — “The kingdom of God is within you.” • A reflection on Blandina and the persecuted church • A quote from Greg Boyd on the “counterkingdom of radical love” • Selections from Francis Thompson’s poem “In No Strange Land” The Kingdom often arrives quietly… and outlives them all. Take care, notice the scattered moments, and share the grace.

The Things that Didn't Happen

Share Your Thoughts [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2602723/fan_mail/new] Some of God's greatest gifts arrive disguised as disappointments. In this deeply personal episode of Scattered Moments, we offer a prayer of gratitude—not for success, applause, or easy answers—but for the things that didn't happen. The job that never came. The promotion that never arrived. The plans that collapsed. The seasons of silence. The valleys of depression. The limitations that taught humility. The failures that drove us back to grace. Looking back across the years, we begin to see that many of the things we once called setbacks were actually invitations. Many of the closed doors were acts of mercy. Many of God's kindest answers sounded exactly like "No." Join us for a reflective spoken-word meditation on God's faithfulness in both the gifts He gives and the gifts He withholds. "Many of the things I called disasters were actually invitations. Many of the things I called setbacks were mercies in disguise." Take care, notice the scattered moments, and share the grace. 🌿 #ScatteredMoments #ChristianMeditation #Gratitude #FaithJourney #GodsGrace #SpokenWord #ChristianPodcast #Devotional #TrustGod #Thanksgiving #SpiritualFormation #PrayerLife