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The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsResurrection Sunday Easter ReflectionThe Hope of The World - Resurrection Sunday “He is risen! He is risen indeed!” The angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said." - Matthew 28:5-6 On Easter Sunday, all sorrow of holy week is turned to joy and praise. H oly Week reveals contrasts: the crucifixion and the resurrection, death and life, sin and salvation, sorrow and hope. Pause for a few moments and...2025-04-2009 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsHoly Saturday ReflectionOn this Holy Saturday the Lord Jesus Christ lays in the tomb after his death on the cross. But God is always at work behind the scenes and beyond what we can see or imagine. And so we wait in hope of the glorious resurrection. "Wait on the mercy of your Lord Jesus Christ." - Jude 21 What are you waiting for in your life and hoping to be true? "I wait quietly before God…for my victory comes from him." - Psalm 62:1 NLT If Jesus did not give up on us an...2025-04-1908 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsGood Friday ReflectionOn Good Friday we look at the cross and remember the price Jesus paid, as He took our sin upon Himself. "But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed." Isaiah 53:5 NIV As Jesus continued his journey through passion week, His throne would be a cross, and his crown would be made of thorns. Jesus could have chosen to stop the journey before the cross, but He didn’t." God showed his great lo...2025-04-1808 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsMaundy Thursday ReflectionThe Last Supper, shared by Jesus and His disciples, is commemorated on this Holy Thursday also known as Maundy Thursday. This meal was rich in symbolic meaning. We are all invited to come together as one family, to the table of our Lord. Matthew 26:26-30 (NIV) - "While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, 'Take and eat; this is my body.' Then he took a cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, 'Drink from...2025-04-1709 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsHoly Wednesday ReflectionMatthew 26:6-13 NIV – (Jesus Anointed at Bethany) "While Jesus was in Bethany in the home of Simon the Leper, a woman came to him with an alabaster jar of very expensive perfume, which she poured on his head as he was reclining at the table. When the disciples saw this, they were indignant. “Why this waste?” they asked. “This perfume could have been sold at a high price and the money given to the poor.” Aware of this, Jesus said to them, “Why are you bothering this woman? She has done a beautiful thing to me. The poor you wil...2025-04-1610 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsHoly Tuesday ReflectionOn Holy Tuesday, the religious leaders tried to discredit Jesus' power and ultimate authority. But Jesus clearly states his deity and authority in John 14:6. He is the way, the truth and the life. He died so that we can have personal access to the Father. Jesus invites us to trust in Him. Silence and solitude is a place of resting and trusting in God. We invite you to pause for a few moments of silent reflection. "Be still in the presence of the Lord, and wait patiently for him to act. Put your hope in the Lord. Travel steadily...2025-04-1507 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsHoly Monday ReflectionOn Monday of Holy Week, Jesus tells his disciples – “I tell you the truth, if you have faith and don’t doubt, you can do things like this and much more. You can even say to this mountain, 'May you be lifted up and thrown into the sea,' and it will happen. You can pray for anything, and if you have faith, you will receive it.” - Matthew 21:21-22 Jesus suffered so all people, his entire creation, could be set free. Lift up your prayers, in faith, for yourself, your family, your community and the world. "S...2025-04-1408 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsPalm Sunday Reflection Today we offer an encore Palm Sunday Meditation from our Holy Week Series. This meditation focuses on Psalm 121, known as a Psalm of Ascent. These Psalms were sung by Hebrew pilgrims on their way to Jerusalem and possibly while ascending the steps of the Temple. It’s remarkable to note, that Jesus and His disciples would have prayed and sung these same scriptures. "I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth." Psalm 121:1-2 “Faith is the gaze of a s...2025-04-1308 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Meditation for The New YearHappy New Year from The Daily Still Podcast! Today’s meditation creates some space to refocus as a new year begins. You may want to pause and journal these prompts: As we begin a brand new year, where do you find yourself? What hopes do you have? What burdens are you carrying? What was life giving for you in the past year? What would you do differently? Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30 NLT, Matthew 11:28-30 The Message Hosted and written by Cindy Helton, Spiritual Director Produced and ed...2025-01-0609 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsMeditating on God's Wonderful WorksIn today's encore episode host Cindy Helton guides us through a meditation on Psalm 105 TPT. Psalm 105 - God’s Wonderful Works, is a call to the people of God to worship and honor Him. Therefore, it is a call to us! As you engage your whole body, soul, mind and spirit in conversation with the Holy One, allow all of your senses to be open to the Divine creative work taking place within you. The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and m...2024-12-1609 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Meditation for Living in God's PresenceToday's encore meditation focuses on Psalm 27 - living in the Presence of God. As you ponder these scriptures, consider the desires and longings of your soul. “The one thing I ask of the Lord—the thing I seek most—is to live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life.” Psalm 27:4 The Architect of all creation is inviting you to take up residence in the Cathedral of His Loving Presence. The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by...2024-12-0911 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Meditation on TrustToday's encore meditation focuses on Psalm 34. This Psalm reminds us to seek God in all of our circumstances, to trust Him and give Him glory. So find a quiet space and tune out the noise around you and within you, as you quiet your soul and breathe in God’s Presence. The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media.2024-12-0209 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Meditation for Giving ThanksThis encore meditation focuses on thankfulness, which is the beginning of a holy and mysterious exchange. You are invited to come to God as you are – with whatever is true about you in this moment. Let us express our lament and remember and count the ways God has been faithful to show up in our life. The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media. 2024-11-2510 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Meditation on GratitudeThis encore meditation focuses on the spiritual practice of gratitude, as we meditate on Psalm 103 and reflect upon God’s goodness. When we pay attention to God’s activity and abundant blessings in the every day, ordinary moments of life, we cultivate and nurture a heart of gratitude. Scripture References: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 NET, Psalm 103 TPT The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media.2024-11-1809 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Meditation for Protection and PeaceThis encore meditation focuses on Psalm 3 and trusting God for protection and peace during times of adversity. Psalm 3 reminds us that God’s Presence is a protective shield around us. "But in the depths of my heart I truly know that you, Yahweh, have become my Shield; You take me and surround me with yourself. Your glory covers me continually. You lift high my head. I have cried out to you, Yahweh, from your holy presence. You send me a Father’s help. Selah." Psalm 3:3-4 TPT The Dail...2024-11-1110 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Meditation and Prayer for The WorldToday's encore meditation focuses on Psalm 108 "A Prayer for God's Help" and holds space to pray for the world. The Closing Prayer is from Father Richard Rohr, The Center for Action and Contemplation. The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media. 2024-11-0410 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Meditation on The Shepherd's PsalmsToday's encore meditation focuses on Psalm 23 and Psalm 63. Both Psalms are written by David, the shepherd. As you ponder these Psalms, notice the personal nature of the Psalmist’s relationship to God. Psalm 23 is known as The Shepherd’s Psalm. What beautiful hope is found in the promise of God as our Shepherd and Guide, pursuing us all the days of our lives. The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media. 2024-10-2809 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsMeditating on Psalms of AffirmationIn today's encore meditation we reflect on various Psalms and practice hearing God while becoming more in-tune with our true selves. So come slow down, pay attention, and surrender to the mystery of God’s transforming Presence. In this place of loving communion, we let go of our expectations and rest in the grace of our relationship as dearly loved children of God. The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media.2024-10-2112 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Meditation for Ordinary MomentsIn today's encore episode of the podcast we’ll consider what it looks like to practice the presence of God in the ordinary moments of our life. The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media.2024-10-1413 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsThe Practice of Christian MeditationToday’s encore podcast episode emphasizes the important benefits of Christian meditation. Meditation is simply focusing the mind on a particular thing. Christian meditation is focusing the whole self - our body, soul, mind and spirit - on God and God's word. God invites us to be still and know him. Stillness fosters a greater awareness of God‘s presence with us. Quietness teaches us to hear and recognize our creator’s voice. So what are you focusing on? Are you making worries and concerns your place of meditation? What you focus on grows a...2024-10-0709 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsWaiting on God - A Psalms MeditationToday’s encore meditation focuses on a medley of Psalms expressing a longing for more of God. As you join us in this practice of Christian meditation, know you’re being drawn by Divine Love. So we come as a response to this Divine invitation. How do we begin? Simple with sincerity of desire. God always gives us His undivided attention. In this space, we take a few moments to give God our undivided attention. We live in a fast paced, noisy world. Slowing down and waiting on God is hard. It takes patience and prac...2024-09-3011 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsPsalm 139 - Known By God On today’s encore podcast, host Cindy Helton leads us through a meditation on Psalm 139. If you’re feeling a little unsettled, anxious or just need a few minutes of quiet, this is a place where your soul can breathe. As you meditate upon this timeless Psalm, pay attention to the pronouns 'I', 'Me', and 'My.' Embrace how your Heavenly Father sees, knows, understands, and watches over you personally. Scripture Reading taken from Psalm 139 NLT Quote: By Bishop Michael Curry, Love Is the Way "Everybody is God’s somebody. I’ve come to see that the call of God, the love th...2024-09-2310 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Time to Be Born - Summer Soul Care Series FinaleIn today's Summer Soul Care Series Finale, you are invited to enter into this time of meditation with the imagination and mindset of a beloved child of God. God created you for a unique purpose. Your birth was a celebration! Embrace the loving words of God speaking over you, reminding you of your unique worth and value in this world, and reminding you that you belong and you are forever loved. Scripture References: "For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven. A time to be born! Ecclesiastes 3:1-2 Genesis 1:27-31, P...2024-09-0911 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Time to Let Go - Summer Soul Care SeriesToday’s meditation gives space to consider some areas and things that might need to be released in this season. Like nature, there are various seasons in our lives - natural seasons of the calendar, spiritual seasons, age related seasons, and seasons of growing, change, and letting go. "For everything there is a season. A time to let go." Ecclesiastes 3:5 Scripture Reference - “But forget all that — it is nothing compared to what I am going to do. For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I w...2024-09-0208 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Time to Embrace - Summer Soul Care SeriesThis meditation invites you to pay attention to what brings you delight. What would you like to hold on to and embrace in this season? "God has made everything beautiful for its own time." Ecclesiastes 3:5,11 This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it! Psalm 118:24 The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media. 2024-08-2608 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Time to Feel - Summer Soul Care SeriesToday’s soul care meditation focuses on Emotional Awareness. Often we don’t give ourselves permission to feel deeply or take the time to be curious about our feelings. This meditation will help give you space and permission to become more aware of your feelings in the loving Presence of God. Resources: The Feelings Wheel / The Emotions Wheel The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media. 2024-08-1910 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Time to Plant - Summer Soul Care SeriesToday's meditation focuses on Ecclesiastes 3:2 - "A time to plant and a time to harvest." Practicing stillness and meditation helps us consider the soil of our hearts. What are you planting in the garden of your soul? The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media. 2024-08-1208 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Time to Be Present - Summer Soul Care SeriesThis meditation focuses being present with yourself and with God through the awareness of your breath. One of the easiest and most natural ways to be present in the current moment is to pay attention to your breathing. Scripture Reference: God, the LORD, created the heavens and stretched them out. He created the earth and everything in it. He gives breath to everyone, life to everyone who walks the earth. Isaiah 42:5 NLT Psalm 77:13 TPT It’s here in your presence, in your sanctuary, where I learn more of your ways, for holiness is...2024-08-0509 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Time to Be Free - Summer Soul Care SeriesThis week’s Summer Soul Care Meditation focuses on living freely and lightly in the Company of Jesus. Scripture Reference: John 8:36 NLT, Matthew 11:28-30 MSG The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media. 2024-07-2910 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Time to Pause - Summer Soul Care Series This week’s Summer Soul Care Meditation focuses on taking a Selah moment, a holy pause. A holy pause is soul medicine, keeping us from rushing from one thing to the next. Life is made up of Selah moments to be enjoyed. The practice of pausing and noticing helps center and awaken us to the beauty of God’s glory and mystery all around us. "But in the depths of my heart I truly know that you, YAHWEH, have become my Shield; You take me and surround me with yourself. Your glory covers me cont...2024-07-2209 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Time For Everything - Summer Soul Care SeriesToday’s episode focuses on Ecclesiastes 3:1-13. As you listen to this meditation, pay attention to the season of life you are currently in, and notice if you are being invited into a new season. “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” Ecc. 3:1 The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media. 2024-07-1510 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and Devotions5th Anniversary EpisodeToday we celebrate our 5th Anniversary of the Daily Still Podcast. Thanks to all our Daily Still listeners from around the world! Five years ago, we began this podcast with the question - “What will practicing stillness do for you?” In this episode, host and Spiritual Director, Cindy Helton, shares the many benefits of practicing stillness. We invite you to join us on an 8 week “Summer Soul Care” series, as we reflect together on the movement of God’s Spirit in our lives, and cultivate a growing awareness of Divine Love within us. The Daily St...2024-07-0808 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsAn Invitation to Patience - A Journey through LentToday we complete our Journey through Lent with a focus on Patience. We consider the question: What tests my patience? Prayer reference: "Patient Trust" By Teilhard de Chardin Daily Still Meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton with podcast production by SoundGood Media.2024-03-2507 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsAn Invitation to Forgive - A Journey through LentToday we continue our Journey through Lent with a focus on Forgiveness and making space for confession. Scripture Reference: John 8:36 Daily Still Meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton with podcast production by SoundGood Media.2024-03-1808 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsAn Invitation to Surrender - A Journey through LentToday we continue our Journey through Lent with a focus on Surrender. We consider the question: What stands between me and surrender? References: Matthew 16:24 and The Wesleyan Prayer of Surrender Daily Still Meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton with podcast production by SoundGood Media.2024-03-1108 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsAn Invitation to Serve - A Journey through LentToday we continue our Journey through Lent with a focus on Service. We consider the questions: Who do I find difficult to love or serve? What is one way I can overcome indifference by serving someone today? Scripture references: 1 Peter 4:10 and Matthew 25:35-40 Daily Still Meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton with podcast production by SoundGood Media.2024-03-0408 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsAn Invitation to Lament - A Journey through LentToday we continue our 6 episode Journey through Lent with a focus on Lament and Psalm 42. We consider the question: Where is my heart discouraged? Daily Still Meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton with podcast production by SoundGood Media.2024-02-2608 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsAn Invitation to Return - A Journey Through LentAn invitation of Returning - A Journey through Lent During this season of Lent, you’re invited to join The Daily Still Podcast each Monday for a Journey of Returning to God through meditation and personal reflection. We will offer six meditations that correspond with the six weeks of Lent. A great place to start this journey, is to ask yourself: Where do I feel distant from God? What practices will deepen the love of God in me? Scripture Reference: “‘And yet even now,’ says the Lord, ‘return to me with all your...2024-02-1908 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsCelebrating 1,000,000 Downloads - Q&A w/ Host Cindy Helton, Psalm 46:10 Meditation Today is a special episode celebrating 1,000,000 downloads! We are so grateful to you our Daily Still community from all over the world who have tuned in and made this possible. We began the podcast, 180 episodes and almost 4 years ago, with the desire to help others recognize the voice of God in their own life. In this episode, host Cindy Helton will be answering some of your questions and sharing the story that began her stillness journey. 2023-03-2020 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsStrength in Weakness The Daily Still Podcast is celebrating 1,000,000 listener downloads! We’re so incredibly thankful to you, our listening community! Next week we’re planning a special episode to celebrate this milestone and we’d love to have you be a part of it! If you have any questions you’d like to ask our host, Cindy Helton, or if you’d like to share how these meditations have helped you on your stillness journey, we’d like to include you in our celebration episode! Please send a voice memo or email to thedailystill@gmail.com by next Friday, March 17th and be sure to includ...2023-03-1311 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Meditation for Worry In this week’s meditation, Jesus addresses the topic of worry. We can’t escape fear and worry in this world. Fear causes us to try and attempt to control our circumstances. This subconsciously leads to not trusting that God is in control. Jesus teaches us to release our fears and trust HIm, and turn from anxious thoughts towards faith. Scripture References: Matthew 6 NLT, Matthew 6:34 CSB, John 14:27 NLT, Philippians 4:6-7 ----------------------- Thank you for listening to the The Daily Still Podcast. If you have benefitted from these meditations, please take a moment to subscribe and rate us. This h...2023-03-0614 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsSeeking God / RevivalThis week’s meditation looks at revival, both personal and in the Church as a whole. We are in the Lenten Season of the Church, a season set apart for the purpose of returning to God and paying attention to Divine Presence in our lives. Lent is a journey of grace, allowing us to follow the way of Jesus. We are invited to personally bear witness to Christ’s miraculous life of love and transforming presence in our lives. Revival and spiritual renewal is necessary in every generation. And so we return, once again, to the cross. Revive us, Oh Lord...2023-02-2712 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsSeek FirstIn the Sermon on the Mount, after Jesus told his followers not to worry, he then instructed them to seek first the Kingdom of God above all else. There seems to be a connection between not worrying and Kingdom living. Jesus taught that the kingdom of God is now. It’s a particular level of human consciousness in our every day living and thinking that seeks the way of Christ. When is it hardest for you to seek first God’s ways? What would it look like for you to seek first God’s way of...2023-02-2009 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsSalt and Light This week’s meditation continues with the Sermon on the Mount, which is a collection of the teachings of Jesus as recorded in the Gospel of Matthew. Find a quiet space, calm the noise around you and within you, as you listen to these words of Jesus. Consider what penetrates your heart and how you you might be encouraged to respond to this teaching. Scripture references: Matthew 5:13-16 The Message and Living Bible Philippians 1:14 The Message Thank you for listening to the The Daily Still Podcas...2023-02-1310 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsSermon on the Mount This week we focus on the words of Jesus given in his sermon on the mount. Jesus taught a counter-cultural way of living that brings joy and blessing, comfort and peace. As you listen to Jesus, picture yourself as part of the crowd sitting on the hillside that day. Do you come up close to the teacher, or do you remain further back in the crowd? Listen for new insight in this familiar teaching. Scripture: Matthew 5:1-10 TPT and CSB Thank you for listening to the The Daily...2023-02-0610 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsBreath Prayers of Affirmation and Trust The Supernatural, Divine Presence of Jesus brings hope in the waiting. Courage in our fears. Strength in our weakness. Confidence in our doubts. Comfort in our hardships. Rest in our weariness. Guidance on our journey. Love with us always. Jesus in us. For us. Guiding us. Today we invite you to join us in meditating upon breath prayers of affirmation and trust. I am the way, the truth, and the life. John 14:6 NLT In Philippians 2:9-11 NLT Paul the apostle wrote this...2023-01-3011 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsWith You Always“You can be sure that I will be with you always. I will continue with you until the end of time.” Matthew 28:20 ERV Last words are important. As Jesus days on earth were coming to an end, He often told His disciples of what was to come. His words were important for His followers to hold onto in times of fear and doubt and loneliness. “Remember, I am with you always.” Insert your name and repeat this promise over yourself. "__________, I am with you always." Today we offer space to simply sit in the p...2023-01-2311 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsNew WineToday we meditate upon a well known parable of Jesus. In the Bible, new wine is often symbolic of the Holy Spirit’s work in our life. Jesus wants to do new things in us and through us, His vessels. (Matthew 9:16-17) Take whatever space is necessary to reflect upon what God is saying to you. You may want to pause or relisten to give yourself the time you need to reflect or journal. Lyrics referenced: “New Wine” by Hillsong Worship If you’d like to help support the work and production of this po...2023-01-1609 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsConnected to The SourceThis meditation focuses on the words of Jesus in John 15. Jesus tells us He is the True Vine and Source of Life. Take whatever space is necessary to reflect upon what God is saying to you. You may want to pause or relisten to give yourself the time you need to reflect or journal. As you reflect on the past week…. Where did you notice the life-giving benefits of abiding in Christ? When did you feel disconnected? Compare the the two different sources of strength and how they made you feel. Scr...2023-01-0909 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA New Year's Meditation & Blessing Thank you for listening to The Daily Still Podcast and Happy New Year! If you would like to help support our podcast, we now have Venmo and Paypal options. All donations are greatly appreciated and go directly towards production costs, and will allow us to continue to offer free meditations without advertisting. Support The Daily Still Podcast via Paypal or Support The Daily Still via Venmo Paypal: @thedailystill (Cindy L. Helton) Venmo: @thedailystill (Cindy L. Helton) Today we begin Season 7 - Meditating on the Words of Jesus. If you...2023-01-0211 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsJoy to The World - A Christmas Music Meditation (Encore Episode)Merry Christmas! We are excited to be returning with all new meditations on January 2, 2023! Join us for Season 7 each Monday as we reflect on "The Words of Jesus." And in the meantime, enjoy this encore musical Christmas meditation, featuring holiday songs from the artist J. Lauren, who happens to be host Cindy Helton’s daughter and The Daily Still Podcast producer! Come let us celebrate the mystery and hope of Jesus - God with us. Joy for all people! And heaven and nature sing! J.Lauren’s Christmas album, "Merry Christmas (Love, J.Laur...2022-12-2409 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsPsalm 108 - A Prayer for The World - Pondering the Psalms In thoughtful regard of the current crisis in Ukraine, today’s meditation holds space to pray and contend together on behalf of Ukraine and all the nations of the world. Psalm 108 is an example of a prayer for God’s help, that begins first with the Psalmist declaring praise and confident trust in God. As we ponder the Psalms, consider - they not only express the heart of the writer, but the heart of the Holy Spirit who inspires these writings. Meditation written and guided by: Cindy L. Helton Today’s meditation focuses on Psalm 108 TPT - A Prayer for God’s H...2022-03-2810 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsPsalm 34 - Pondering The Psalms Host Cindy Helton guides you through a meditation on Psalm 34. This Psalm reminds us to seek God in all of our circumstances, to trust Him and give Him glory. So find a quiet space and tune out the noise around you and within you, as you quiet your soul and breathe in God’s Presence. Bible Translation, Psalm 34 - The Message by Eugene H. Peterson 2022-03-2109 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsPsalm 27 - Pondering The Psalms This meditation focuses on Psalm 27 - living in the Presence of God. As you ponder these scriptures, consider the desires and longings of your soul. “The one thing I ask of the Lord—the thing I seek most—is to live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life.” Psalm 27:4 The Architect of all creation is inviting you to take up residence in the Cathedral of His Loving Presence. Scripture reference taken from Psalms 27 NLT. Follow us @thedailystill. Meditation written by Cindy L. Helton.2022-03-0710 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Conversation on Stillness with Author Rick Hamlin Today we are pleased to offer a bonus podcast and in-depth conversation with with host Cindy Helton and Rick Hamlin on the practice of silence. Rick is a long-time editor of Guidepost Magazine, and a frequent contributor to their publications. His new book - Even Silence is Praise - Quiet Your Mind and Awaken Your Soul with Christian Meditation unpacks the power of Christian meditation and the basic human need to find peace beyond all the chatter. Rick lives in New York City, and he shares how prayer and meditation can be a natural part of everyday life, regardless of the...2022-03-0322 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsPsalm 105 - Pondering The Psalms In this episode, host Cindy Helton guides us through a meditation on Psalm 105 TPT. Psalm 105 - God’s Wonderful Works, is a call to the people of God to worship and honor HIm. Therefore, it is a call to us! As you engage your whole body, soul, mind and spirit in conversation with the Holy One, allow all of your senses to be open to the Divine creative work taking place within you. You may find that these moments of stillness are the most healing and productive moments of your day. 2022-02-2109 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsPsalm 46 - Pondering The Psalms Welcome to Season 6 of The Daily Still Podcast - Pondering the Psalms. Here we create space to listen for the whispers of God. Each Monday, host Cindy Helton leads you through a devotional style meditation focusing on a Psalm. We hope you’ll find this a welcoming atmosphere as we quiet the noise around us and within us. The Book of Psalms documents the lives and events of real communities and ordinary people in the daily of life, expressing a myriad of emotions. And it reminds us, we can confidently share all of our feelings with God too. This week we...2022-02-1412 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsJoy to The World - A Christmas Music MeditationToday we have a special musical Christmas meditation, featuring holiday songs from the artist J. Lauren, who happens to be host Cindy Helton’s daughter and The Daily Still Podcast producer! Come let us celebrate the mystery and hope of Jesus - God with us. Joy for all people! And heaven and nature sing! Merry Christmas and we look forward to returning with new meditations in 2022! J.Lauren’s Christmas album, "Merry Christmas (Love, J.Lauren)" is out wherever you listen to music! Listen to J.Lauren’s music here Connect with J...2021-12-2108 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsThe Daily Examen This week we will be focusing on the spiritual practice of The Daily Examen - an ancient Church practice that helps us see God’s hand at work in our whole life experience. The Daily Examen encourages us to look at and review our day in the Presence of God, who always sees us and knows our every thought. When we examine our day through the lens and guidance of the Holy Spirit, we recognize and experience God’s Presence and unlimited gifts of Grace. References: Ignatius Loyola/ignatianspirituality.com Psalm 139:23/24 TPT Romans 8:1 NLT Connect with us on social media @thedaily...2021-11-2910 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsThe Practice of Gratitude This meditation focuses on the spiritual practice of gratitude, as we meditate on Psalm 103 and reflect upon God’s goodness. When we pay attention to God’s activity and abundant blessings in the every day, ordinary moments of life, we cultivate and nurture a heart of gratitude. Scripture References: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 NET Psalm 103 TPT Connect with us on social media @thedailystill Meditations by: Cindy L. Helton Produced by: Jess Olekshy Audio production and music: Mike Olekshy 2021-11-2209 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsKnown by God (Psalm 139) On today’s podcast, host Cindy Helton leads us through a meditation on Psalm 139. If you’re feeling a little unsettled, anxious or just need a few minutes of quiet, this is a place where your soul can breathe. As you meditate upon this timeless Psalm, pay attention to the pronouns 'I', 'Me', and 'My.' Embrace how your Heavenly Father sees, knows, understands and watches over you personally. Scripture Reading taken from Psalm 139 NLT Quote: By Bishop Michael Curry, Love Is the Way "Everybody is God’s somebody. I’ve come to see that the call of God, the love that b...2021-11-0109 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsUnrushed Rhythms This meditation focuses on practicing unrushed rhythms. Slowing down the pace of life, as well as the information we take in, promotes a quiet soul. Studies show, calm, quiet moments are a trigger to our brain — minimizing the body’s physical response to stress, lowering blood pressure, heart rate and stress hormones. This produces better concentration and overall emotional health. Our souls need space to Breathe! Ralph Waldo Emerson reminds us: Life is a journey, not a destination. This is true of the spiritual life as well. So what will we discover on that journey? The answer may just be found in t...2021-10-2509 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsQuiet The SoulWelcome to Season 5 of The Daily Still Podcast! This season we will be focusing on Quieting The Soul. Creating intentional space to quiet our souls prepares an environment that is imperative for a healthy inner life, as well as our external lives. In this episode, host Cindy Helton shares about her summer spiritual retreat and the process of inner transformation. Stillness births transformation, a process that cannot be rushed. Change takes place slowly as we surrender to our Maker’s loving Grace. Join us for our weekly meditations as we seek to go deeper in the...2021-10-1113 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and Devotions2nd Anniversary Celebration - Psalm 46:10 Today is our 2nd Anniversary Celebration of The Daily Still Podcast! Host Cindy Helton shares how stillness has benefited her faith journey and we also hear how stillness has benefited some of our listeners. It’s a joy and blessing to include these voices from the Daily Still community. Special thank you to: Celia A. Miller, Gretchen Williams, Egon Cossou, Hunter Williams, LaToya NaShae, Allison Sawyers, Clyde Helton, Karyn Humphries, Lisa Rowell, Cherly Lemle. Psalm 46:10 - "Be still and know that I am God." Thank you for celebrating with us today! We appreciate every person who listens and pray this podcas...2021-07-0512 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsWater of Life (Meditation Monday Series) This meditation focuses on Jesus as the Water of Life. You are invited to join us as we practice a few moments of surrender and settle into the awareness of God’s refreshing Presence. Where do you need to be refreshed by the Living Water of Jesus? Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, ‘Out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.’ - John 7:38 For I will pour water on the thirsty land, and streams on the dry ground; I will pour my Spirit upon your offspring, and my blessing on your descendants. - Isaiah 44:3 ESV With joy y...2021-05-1712 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsRedeemer (Meditation Monday Series) Today’s meditation focuses on God as our Redeemer. The God of the Universe stepped down from glory and became human flesh in the person of Jesus - the “Redeemer and Savior” of the world. We are in the Easter season of the Church, known as “Eastertide.” As we participate in the seasons of the Church, we join with those who have gone before us in practicing sacred rhythms that are so important to our faith. These rhythms help to guide us in spiritual transformation. Each season of the Church brings to us a fresh perspective in seeking and knowing God. So...2021-04-1908 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsGod of Rest (Meditation Monday Series) God of Rest The Daily Still Podcast is a community of Christ seekers desiring to step away from the busyness and noise of daily life in order to rest in the Lord. Today we’ll look at the pausing places in life a little closer. So find a comfortable place where you can truly enter a posture of rest in your body, soul, mind, and spirit. Take several deep breaths. Simply be present in these moments, with whatever is true about you. Resist the urge to hurry or strive during this time. My soul finds rest in God; my salva...2021-04-0510 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsThe Timelessness of God (Meditation Monday Series)This meditation focuses on the timelessness of God as the “I AM” for all generations. The I Am - Prayer Portions, Sylvia Gunter thefathersbusiness.com Scripture Reference Exodus 3:14-15 NLT Meditation written and guided by Cindy L. Helton Produced by Jess Olekshy Music and mastering by Mike Olekshy Connect with @thedailystill on social media 2021-03-2210 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsKing of Glory (Meditation Monday Series) King of Glory – "You are worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honor and power; For You created all things, And by Your will they exist and were created." - Revelation 4:11 NKJV All the earth bears witness to the glory of God. Join us as we pause in holy awe and bear witness too. "For as the waters fill the sea, the earth will be filled with an awareness of the glory of the Lord." Habakkuk 2:14 "Honor and majesty are before him; strength and beauty are in his sanctuary." Psalm 96:6 "Who is...2021-03-0809 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsThe God Who Listens (Meditation Monday Series) The God Who Listens - Today we make space to sit with the Lord, becoming aware of His Presence. Silence helps us settle the external and internal noise and distractions in order to hear God more clearly. My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, James 1:19 NIV God tells us to “Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10 As we are silent before the Lord, we let go of words so we can embrace Christ at the center of our life. Meditation by Cind...2021-03-0109 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsGod of Peace (Meditation Monday Series) This meditation focuses on the God of Peace. Peace Prayer of Saint Francis of Assisi Lord, make me an instrument of your peace: where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where there is sadness, joy. O divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console, to be understood as to understand, to be loved as to l...2021-02-2209 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsGod of Hope (Meditation Monday Series) GOD OF HOPE As we settle into a new year, let us meditate upon these words from the prophet Isaiah…Those who trust in the Lord will renew their strength. Isaiah 40:31NLT Where are you placing your hope? Your circumstances may not have changed with the turning of the calendar. You may be feeling anxious that life seems out of control. Friends, God is in control. He never changes with circumstances. He always offers us fresh hope. With open hands, join us as we let go of the...2021-01-2509 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Christmas Meditation Today we offer you a Christmas meditation. Settle in as you reflect on the greatest gift the world has ever been given - Jesus, the Savior of the world. Merry Christmas! Meditation by Cindy Helton (Copyright 2020) Produced and edited by Jess Olekshy Music and mastering by Mike Olekshy 2020-12-2508 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsThe Glory of God (Advent Series Day 7) The Glory of God - Day 7 Advent Series What we all need after a long and unprecedented year, is to see the glory of Lord with our own eyes. The glory of the Lord is all around us. Listen with renewed vision to the Christmas story as we meditate upon Luke 2. (All scripture reference is from the NLT Bible.) Meditation by Cindy Helton (Copyright 2020) Produced and edited by Jess Olekshy Music and mastering by Mike Olekshy 2020-12-2409 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsPrince of Peace (Advent Series Day 6) "Prince of Peace" - Day 6 - Advent Meditation Series And He will be called… Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 Today’s meditation invites you to enter into the peace of God that passes all understanding. As we enter this sacred space, find a quiet place without any distractions. Pay close attention to any tension you are carrying. Notice your anxious feelings or thoughts. Meditation by Cindy L. Helton (Copyright 2020)2020-12-2307 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsEverlasting Father (Advent Series Day 5) Everlasting Father - Day 5 - Advent Meditation Series Enjoy a few moments of stillness as you soak in the loving Presence of your Everlasting Father. Guided meditations by Cindy Helton (Copyright 2020) Connect with us on social media @thedailystill 2020-12-2207 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsMighty God (Advent Series Day 4) "Mighty God" - Day 4 - Advent Meditation Series "And He will be called, Mighty God." Isaiah 9:6 Join us today as we reflect on the power of God. Guided meditations by Cindy Helton (Copyright 2020) Connect with us on social media @TheDailyStill 2020-12-2106 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsWonderful Counselor (Advent Series Day 3)"Wonderful Counselor" - Day 3 Advent Series Have you ever considered God as your wise counselor, adviser, consultant, guide, mentor, confidant and instructor? Being still in God’s Presence is like a counseling session for our souls. God is a safe place where you can be transparent and vulnerable and receive true wisdom and inner healing. Follow us @TheDailyStillPodcast IG FB Guided meditations by Cindy Helton Produced by Jessica Olekshy Music by Michael Olekshy 2020-12-2007 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Savior is Born (Advent Series Day 2)"A Savior is Born" - Advent Meditation Series - Day 2 "For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders." - Isaiah 9:6 Join us for a few moments of stillness as we meditate on the promised birth of Christ. Follow us on social media & Youtube @TheDailyStill Guided meditations by Cindy Helton Produced by Jess Olekshy Music by Michael Olekshy 2020-12-1906 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsHe Restores My Soul (A Stroll Through Psalm 23 - Day 4) SHOW NOTES: Day 4 – He Restores My Soul Psalm 23 is known as The Shepherd’s Psalm. The Shepherd always has his eye on His sheep. He knows when you have wandered. His primary concern is the safety and welfare of His flock. He comes to bring you back into the safety and restoration of His pasture. Breathe in deeply of God’s divine mercy and love.... Scripture References: Psalm 23:3 NIV, Zechariah 1:3 NIV, Isaiah 53:6 NLT, Proverbs 3:5-6 ESV, Psalm 109:21 BSB, Proverbs 4:11 BSB, Psalm 139:10 NIV Thank you for listen...2020-10-0810 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsGreen Pastures and Still Waters (A Stroll Through Psalm 23 - Day 3) Day 3 – Green Pastures and Still Waters Psalm 23 is known as The Shepherd’s Psalm. The Bible refers to the Lord as the Shepherd of His people. The Shepherd always has his eye on His sheep. His primary concern is the safety and welfare of His flock. Like a parent with a child, sometimes the Shepherd has to make his sheep rest. In what area of your life are you desperate for rest? Your Shepherd is guiding you to a place of refreshment. Nothing is more important than sitting at the feet of Jes...2020-10-0710 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsThe Lord is My Shepherd (A Stroll Through Psalm 23 - Day 2)The Lord is My Shepherd Psalm 23 is known as The Shepherd’s Psalm. The Bible refers to the Lord as the Shepherd of His people. The Lord is your caring shepherd. He knows what you need. This is an invitation from the Shepherd of your soul to rest in Him. You are the one He loves and cares for. Settle into your Shepherd’s embrace. Breathe in His love. Breathe in His blessings. Scripture References for Psalm 23:1: The Lord is my best friend and m...2020-10-0608 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsSoul Refreshment (A Stroll Through Psalm 23 - Day 1)Soul Refreshment, A Stroll through Psalm 23 Welcome to The Daily Still Podcast, a place to pause. Here we create space to listen for the whispers of God. This podcast has reached listeners around the world with the message of stillness and the promise of God’s Presence with us. This year has been an unsettling time in the world as a whole. You may find yourself feeling tired, discouraged, and anxious. But God waits outside the noise and chaos for us to “be still“ — so we can hear His voice and receive His guidance. Are you...2020-10-0513 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsUniting Prayer (Racial Reconciliation & Unity Series) This is the final meditation from our special Racial Reconciliation and Unity series. Host Cindy Helton leads us in a unifying prayer based on Psalm 139 from the The Passion Translation, along with the prayers of Joshua Jamerson, LaToya NaShae, Vernon Shaw, and Sarah Patton. A special thank you to these Nashville area brothers and sisters in Christ who contributed to this series. It’s an honor to include their powerful contemplations and prayers on our podcast. The call to Racial Reconciliation and Unity comes from our Creator, our Heavenly Father, who made all ma...2020-06-2108 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsCome and See About Me - Guest Meditation by Joshua Jamerson (Racial Reconciliation & Unity Series)"Jesus The Jew and The Samaritan Woman - Come and See About Me" Welcome to Day 4 of our guest edition series on Racial Reconciliation and Unity. Today our special guest meditation is from Pastor Joshua Jamerson of Antioch, TN. Joshua is Pastor at Crossland Church and a story teller. You will be drawn in as he shares the inspiring story from The Bible in John 4 where Jesus talks with a Samaritan woman at the well. This story is so relevant for us today. And Joshua's question prompts and prayer are extremely powerful! Pastor Joshua Jamerson, a nat...2020-06-2009 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsOne Body, Many Members, One Race - Guest Meditation by LaToya NaShae (Racial Reconciliation & Unity Series)Welcome to Day 3 of our guest meditation series on Racial Reconciliation and Unity. Today our joyful and faith-filled friend, LaToya NaShae, shares a heartfelt meditation, titled, "One Body. Many Members. One Race." Once bound by shyness, LaToya NaShae's personal resolution is that silence is no longer an option. As an author, speaker, and certified life coach, she equips others to live like they know WHOSE they are. LaToya's heart is to see believers live unstuck, unbound, UNBREAKABLE lives in Christ! Connect with her on Instagram @coach_latoyanashae and Facebook @BreakoutCoaching Join LaToya is this powerful...2020-06-1907 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsWho I Am - Guest Meditation by Vernon Shaw (Racial Reconciliation & Unity Series) Welcome to Day 2 of our guest edition series on Racial Reconciliation and Unity. Today Vernon E. Shaw Jr. shares a uniting and sincere prayer titled, “Who I Am.” Vernon serves as the Student Pastor at Cross Point Church in Nashville, TN. Born and raised in Memphis, Vernon went to Tennessee State University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in History. He is 32 years old and has been married to his wife Janée for 3 years. Both Janée and Vernon consistently serve in numerous capacities in ministry. Listen in and join with Vernon as he prays — “God, we pray for yo...2020-06-1807 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsLove in Action - Guest Meditation by Sarah Patton (Racial Reconciliation & Unity Series)"Love in Action" - Guest Meditation by Sarah Patton Welcome to Day 1 of our guest meditation series on Racial Reconciliation and Unity. It's an honor to make space for Black voices of faith to be heard through their personal contemplations and prayers. Today our good friend Sarah Patton shares her meditation with us. She is a Vanderbilt alum and entrepreneur at heart. Sarah believes in equality for all regardless of age, industry, ethnicity, and relationship status. She is an encourager, passion chaser, difference maker and light in the darkness. You can follow Sar...2020-06-1709 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsA Meditation for Anxious Times We now have an hour long meditation for Calming Fear and Anxiety available on iTunes as well as an hour of our meditation/prayer music! Click here to view our new Meditation and Music on iTunes The hour long meditation is a teaching meditation, encouraging you to draw near to God through 3 spiritual practices that help calm anxious thoughts and fears. You will learn practical techniques to incorporate into your own spiritual rhythms, as we focus on: Meditating on God’s Word, Breath and Centering Prayer, and Praise and Thanksgiving. And we...2020-05-1807 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsThe Hope of The World - Resurrection Sunday (Holy Week Meditations)The Hope of The World - Resurrection Sunday “He is risen! He is risen indeed!” The angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said." - Matthew 28:5-6 On Easter Sunday, all sorrow of holy week is turned to joy and praise. Holy Week reveals contrasts: the crucifixion and the resurrection, death and life, sin and salvation, sorrow and hope. Pause for a few moments and breathe in th...2020-04-1209 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsThe World Waits - Holy Saturday (Holy Week Meditations) THE WORLD WAITS - HOLY SATURDAY "Wait on the mercy of your Lord Jesus Christ." - Jude 21 On this day, the Lord Jesus Christ lays in the tomb after his death on the cross. But God is always at work behind the scenes and beyond what we can see or imagine. And so we wait in hope of the glorious resurrection. What are you waiting for in your life and hoping to be true? "I wait quietly before God…for my victory comes from him." - Psalm 62:1 NLT ...2020-04-1108 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsGood Friday (Holy Week Meditations) GOOD FRIDAY OF HOLY WEEK "But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed." Isaiah 53:5 NIV Today we look at the cross and remember the price Jesus paid, as He took our sin upon Himself. Jesus, became sin…for us. As Jesus continued his journey through passion week, His throne would be a cross, and his crown would be made of thorns. Jesus could have chosen to stop the jou...2020-04-1008 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsThe Last Supper - Holy Thursday (Holy Week Meditations)HOLY THURSDAY – THE LAST SUPPER The Last Supper, shared by Jesus and His disciples, is commemorated on this Holy Thursday. This meal was rich in symbolic meaning. As believers, we are all invited to come together as one family, to the table of our Lord. Matthew 26:26-30 (NIV) "While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, 'Take and eat; this is my body.' Then he took a cup, and when he had given thanks, he gav...2020-04-0909 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsJesus Anointed and Betrayed - Holy Wednesday (Holy Week Meditations)Jesus Anointed and Betrayed - Holy Wednesday Meditation Matthew 26:6-13 NIV – (Jesus Anointed at Bethany) "While Jesus was in Bethany in the home of Simon the Leper, a woman came to him with an alabaster jar of very expensive perfume, which she poured on his head as he was reclining at the table. When the disciples saw this, they were indignant. “Why this waste?” they asked. “This perfume could have been sold at a high price and the money given to the poor.” Aware of this, Jesus said to them, “Why are you both...2020-04-0810 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsTrust In God - Holy Tuesday (Holy Week Meditations) "I Am The Way, The Truth, and The Life. No one can come to the father except through me." - John 14:6 NIV On Holy Tuesday, the religious leaders tried to discredit Jesus' power and ultimate authority. But Jesus clearly states his deity and authority in John 14:6. He is the way, the truth and the life. He died so that we can have personal access to the Father. Jesus invites us to trust in Him. Silence and solitude is a place of resting and trusting in God. We invite you...2020-04-0707 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsDay 4 - Be Still (40 Days of Stillness)“Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10 This is a personal invitation from the God of the Universe to know Him. So come as you are and let all striving cease in these few moments of stillness. The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media. 2019-07-1106 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsDay 3 - Desire (40 Days of Stillness)Settle into a posture of prayer, however that looks for you in this moment, as we meditate upon Psalm 63. Allow yourself to respond with your body, soul, mind and spirit. The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media. 2019-07-1005 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsDay 2 - Receiving (40 Days of Stillness)Are you in need of Rest? Peace? Joy? Comfort? Physical healing? Hope? Respond to God’s invitation – “Come all who are weary and need rest.” Isaiah 55 This meditation encourages entering into a time of receiving the healing gift of God’s Presence, offering inner peace. The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media. 2019-07-0905 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsDay 1 - Introduction to Christian Meditation (40 Days of Stillness)Welcome to Day 1! Christian meditation is a form of prayer. This meditation encourages intimacy with God through a time of stillness, aligning body, soul, mind and spirit with the One who created us. "But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night." Psalm 1:2 NLT The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media. References: "It's in that quiet stillness that God grows our souls and quiets our hearts." Dav...2019-07-0806 min

The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsAn Invitation to 40 Days of StillnessWelcome to The Daily Still Podcast - A Place to Pause. Here we will create space to intentionally slow down and listen for the whispers of God. Join us as we journey through 40 consecutive days of stillness meditations! The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media. 2019-06-2504 min