The Evening Mindset: Christian Bible Meditation and Bedtime Prayers

198-Sovereign over kings and situations (Daniel 2:20–21) || The Evening Mindset - Christian Bible Meditation and Bedtime Prayers

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time) [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2561734/fan_mail/new] TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE: Daniel 2:20–21 [20] Daniel answered and said: “Blessed be the name of God forever and ever, to whom belong wisdom and might. [21] He changes times and seasons; he removes kings and sets up kings; he gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who have understanding; (ESV) SUMMARY We read Daniel 2:20-21 as an evening mindset reset and sit with Daniel’s words after God answers his prayer. We reflect on God as the true owner of wisdom and might, sovereign over leaders, seasons, and the hard or confusing moments we face. • Daniel’s praise and gratitude after answered prayer  • Wisdom and might as God’s possessions and character  • God changing times and seasons beyond our control  • God removing leaders and establishing leaders  • God as the source of every strength and good gift  • A practical prompt to trust God with tomorrow  • A closing prayer for wisdom and understanding in hard times  Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupport [https://morningmindsetmedia.com/EMSupport] Join over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset [https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset]

197-God’s Spirit to empower you (Ezekiel 36:27) || The Evening Mindset - Christian Bible Meditation and Bedtime Prayers

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time) [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2561734/fan_mail/new] TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE: Ezekiel 36:27 [27] And I will put my Spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes and be careful to obey my rules. (ESV) SUMMARY We end the day by sitting with Ezekiel’s promise that God puts his Spirit within his people and actually causes obedience. We trace that hope from Israel’s captivity to Jesus’ cross and resurrection, then we pray to live tonight with real dependence on the Holy Spirit. • an evening mindset meditation from Ezekiel on God’s Spirit within us  • the historical setting of Israel’s exile and why the promise matters  • how Jesus fulfills the prophecy through his death, resurrection, and ascension  • Acts 2 and the Holy Spirit poured out to dwell in all who believe  • resting with the reality that God is present and leading us toward righteousness  • a closing prayer for dependence, listening, and Spirit-powered obedience  Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupport [https://morningmindsetmedia.com/EMSupport] Join over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset [https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset]

196-Christ suffered for your sake (1 Peter 3:18) || The Evening Mindset - Christian Bible Meditation and Bedtime Prayers

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time) [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2561734/fan_mail/new] TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE: 1 Peter 3:18 [18] For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit, (ESV) SUMMARY We slow down with 1 Peter 3:18 and let the gospel speak louder than fear as the day ends. We reflect on Jesus suffering once for sins so we can rest, reconnect with God, and face tomorrow from a place of finished work. • reading 1 Peter 3:18 as a guided evening meditation  • the heart of God behind the cross and what it reveals about God’s motive  • Christ suffering once for sins as a decisive, sufficient act  • Jesus as substitute and atonement for the unrighteous  • being brought to God through faith rather than self-effort  • the resurrection as hope that steadies the anxious mind at night  Find out how you can support the show by going to Evening Mindset dot com.  Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupport [https://morningmindsetmedia.com/EMSupport] Join over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset [https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset]

195-Steadfast love and faithfulness (Psalm 25:10) || The Evening Mindset - Christian Bible Meditation and Bedtime Prayers

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time) [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2561734/fan_mail/new] TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE: Psalm 25:10 [10] All the paths of the LORD are steadfast love and faithfulness, for those who keep his covenant and his testimonies. (ESV) SUMMARY We end the day with Psalm 25:10 and let God’s word steady our minds for real rest. We reflect on how God’s steadfast love and faithfulness show up on every path He takes, then we pray for strength to walk with Him tomorrow. • reading and pondering Psalm 25:10 • seeing God’s character as steadfast love and faithfulness • understanding “all the paths of the Lord” as purposeful and good • keeping covenant faithfulness through loyalty and obedience • applying God’s teachings to recognize His love more clearly • praying for confidence and help to live it out tomorrow Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupport [https://morningmindsetmedia.com/EMSupport] Join over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset [https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset]

194-He leads the humble (Psalm 25:9) || The Evening Mindset - Christian Bible Meditation and Bedtime Prayers

Send Carey a note (sorry, replies are not possible at this time) [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2561734/fan_mail/new] TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE: Psalm 25:9 [9] He leads the humble in what is right, and teaches the humble his way. (ESV) SUMMARY We settle down for rest with Psalm 25:9 and let it reset our mindset for the night. We reflect on humility as an inner posture of dependence on God and we pray for His guidance for everything waiting for us tomorrow. • reading Psalm 25:9 as an evening mindset meditation  • humility as a heart attitude rather than weakness or lack  • letting go of pride and self-reliance to receive God’s guidance  • bringing tomorrow’s responsibilities to God with honest dependence  • praying for rest, remembrance, and daily help instead of going alone  Support the Evening Mindset: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/EMSupport [https://morningmindsetmedia.com/EMSupport] Join over 16,000 daily listeners who enjoy the podcast that started it all… “The Morning Mindset”: https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset [https://MorningMindsetMedia.com/Morning-Mindset]