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MeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 127Episode 30 of Season 2 is a prayerful meditation on Psalm 127 where Solomon reflects on the futility of man's efforts apart from reliance on God and then muses on the blessings of children in the context of God's agency working through mankind.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Perennial by Tony Anderson - Don't Go by Chris Coleman - Driftless by Abilene2023-03-0309 minMeditationsMeditationsEvery Good ThingEpisode 29 of Season 2 is a brief meditation on Philemon 1:4-7 where Paul thanks God for his friend's faith in Jesus and hospitality toward the saints, and prays that their Christian fellowship would be so rich that it would become a window into the fulness of Christ.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background track (licensed via Musicbed):   Illuminate by Shawn Williams2023-02-2405 minMeditationsMeditationsHe Will Quiet You By His LoveEpisode 28 of Season 2 is a meditation on Zephaniah 3:14-20 where the prophet admonishes the people of God to rejoice in the face of difficulty in light of God's forgiveness, unabashed love, and redemption. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): First by Roary The Final Shore by Jordan Critz Greatest Love by Generdyn2023-02-1711 minMeditationsMeditationsKeep Yourselves in the Love of GodEpisode 27 of Season 2 is a prayerful reflection on Jude 1:17-25 where Jude admonishes the believer - in the presence of worldly scoffers - to build themselves up in the love of God and then turn around and assist others who doubt and struggle. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Starry Night by Jordan Critz - Rise (Snowfall Remix) by Tony Anderson2023-02-1012 minMeditationsMeditationsRun to the BattleEpisode 26 of Season 2 is a prayerful reflection on 1 Samuel 17:8-9 & 48-49 as well as 2 Samuel 21:15-22.  In these passages, we see David running to the battle to defeat Goliath, and in so doing he liberates a nation and makes giant-slaying commonplace in Israel.  May we also blaze a path for others to walk in freedom over the giants in our lives! Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Eschaton (feat. Chris Coleman) by...2023-02-0311 minMeditationsMeditationsWho Can Stand Before Him?Episode 25 of Season 2 is a reflection on Nahum 1:1-9 and verse 15 where Nahum eulogizes God's wrath against his enemies while also praising Him for His faithfulness to His people.  Indeed, how beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who publish peace.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Edge of the Light by Jordan Critz - Home by Chris Coleman - Last Cha...2023-01-2711 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 111Episode 24 of Season 2 is a prayerful meditation on Psalm 111 where the Psalmist recounts God's nature and works and praises Him for it. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Onward by Chris Coleman - Across the Water by CHPTRS - Ascension by Jordan Critz2023-01-2010 minMeditationsMeditationsSing to the Lord, All the Earth!Episode 23 of Season 2 is a reflection on 1 Chronicles 16:23-34 where the author waxes poetically as they reflect on God's splendor and majesty.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed by Musicbed):  - Particles by Tony Anderson - Morning Light by CHPTRS2023-01-1311 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 57Episode 22 of Season 2 is a meditation on Psalm 57 where David reflects on the refuge his soul finds in God even and especially amid difficult circumstances, and how God is worthy of worship and thanksgiving because of His steadfast nature and faithfulness.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Rise I by CHPTRS - Eastern Sea by Jordan Critz - Arrival by Katharine Petkovski2023-01-0609 minMeditationsMeditationsYou Shall Not FearEpisode 21 of Season 2 is a brief meditation on Judges 6:7-10 where, in the face of imminent danger, the prophet reminds the Israelites of God's deliverance in the past to encourage their faith in the present. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Dreamlife by Tony Anderson - Reckoning by Chris Coleman2022-12-3006 minMeditationsMeditationsI Will Bring Them HomeEpisode 20 of Season 2 is a reflection on Zechariah chapter 10 where the prophet relays God's promise to gather a wayward people back to Himself. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - You're Mine (instrumental) by Future of Forestry - Deeper by Chris Coleman - Like a Child by Tony Anderson2022-12-2312 minMeditationsMeditationsPray for All PeopleEpisode 19 of Season 2 is a prayerful meditation on 1 Timothy 2:1-5 where Paul admonishes us to pray for all people because God desires for all people to be saved through the one Mediator, Jesus Christ. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - With Love by Analog Heart - Is Nostalgia an Emotion by Async Ross2022-12-1608 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Unity of the SpiritEpisode 18 of Season 2 is a prayerful reflection on Ephesians 4:1-6 where emphasizes the unity we have as the body of Christ in the One Spirit and exhorts us to diligently preserve that spirit of unity in the bond of peace. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Telescope (cello version) by TOLO - Loss by Chris Coleman - Echo by Jordan Critz2022-12-0907 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Whisper of GodEpisode 17 of Season 2 is a reflection on 1 Kings 19:9-14 where Elijah is summoned to Mount Horeb and does not discern God in the wind, the earthquake, or the fire, but in a gentle whisper.  May we be those who are attuned to the whisper of God. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Novella by Jordan Critz - Eclipse by Future of Forestry - Ephemeral by Future of Fo...2022-12-0212 minMeditationsMeditationsNo Fear In LoveEpisode 16 of Season 2 is a meditation on 1 John 4:13-21 where John continues to evaluate the effect of the love of God on the believer and how His love is to form us in every way into Himself in our relationship with Him and our treatment of others. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Meris by Jordan Critz - Do It All Again (instrumental) by Tyler Brown Williams ...2022-11-2510 minMeditationsMeditationsGod is LoveEpisode 15 of Season 2 is a meditation on 1 John 4:7-12 where John - "the disciple whom Jesus loved" - affirms that God is love and that we who are in Him ought to walk in the same manner toward others.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Flying (instrumental) by Cody Fry - Nearness (instrumental) by Bethel Music2022-11-1808 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 51Episode 14 of Season 2 is a meditation on David's contrition in Psalm 51 and the pattern he sets for lamenting our sin and petitioning God for his forgiveness.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Seen by Chris Coleman - Infinite by Jordan Critz - Trees by Future of Forestry2022-11-1111 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 121Episode 13 of Season 2 is a prayerful meditation on Psalm 121 and that, when we look at the mountains looming in our lives, we can say with confident faith and expectation that our help comes from the Lord who made heaven and earth. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background track (licensed via Musicbed):  - Fully Known by Chris Coleman2022-11-0706 minMeditationsMeditationsEvery Spiritual BlessingEpisode 12 of Season 2 is a meditation on Ephesians 1:3-14 where Paul enumerates the many spiritual blessings that we inherit because we are in Christ - from holiness to adoption and from redemption to the deposit of the Holy Spirit into our lives.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Eyes Wide Open by Tony Anderson - Light by Jordan Critz2022-10-2809 minMeditationsMeditationsAn Invitation to StillnessEpisode 11 of Season 2 is an exercise in stillness.  Included in this installment is a 5-minute exercise: 5 minutes 4 deep breaths 3 points of awareness: environment, self, and God 2 actions: give God our burdens, receive something from Him in exchange 1 goal: presence Inspired by Psalm 46:10, Exodus 14:14, Isaiah 40:31 and many other passages.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Belong by Chris Coleman - Yearn by Chris Coleman - N...2022-10-2109 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 84Episode 10 of Season 2 is a meditation on Psalm 84 and how one day in the courts of the Lord is better than a thousand elsewhere! Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Afterglow (feat. Matt Wertz, instrumental) by Jordan Critz - Glory by Chris Coleman - Bloom by Tony Anderson2022-10-1410 minMeditationsMeditationsMore than Conquerors - Romans 8 Part 4Episode 9 of Season 2 is a prayerful reflection on the last segments of Romans 8 spanning verses 26 thru 39 and how the Spirit enables us to overcome by the love of the Father and the finished work of the cross - that, indeed, if God is for us, who can be against us?! Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Father's Land by Jordan Critz - Younger by Tony Anderson2022-10-0712 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 63Episode 7 of Season 2 is a meditation on Psalm 63 where David expresses his deep and heartfelt desire for the presence of God above anything else.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Lum (with Lane King) by Chris Coleman - Ember by Tony Anderson - Nearness by Adrian Disch - For You by Chris Coleman2022-09-2310 minMeditationsMeditationsEager Anticipation - Romans 8 Part 3Episode 6 of Season 2 is a reflection on Romans 8:18-25 - part 3 of our prayerful journey through Romans 8 - where Paul reflects on the subjugation of creation to the curse, and the hopeful anticipation of all things of the redemption of the sons of God. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Break by Roary - Luna by Tony Anderson - Let Go by Chris Coleman2022-09-1610 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 131Episode 5 of Season 2 is a slow meditation on the short but restful Psalm 131.  Take a listen to reflect on our position in the heart of God relative to the complexity of life.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment. Background track (licensed via Musicbed):  - Lachrymosia (slow) by Meadow2022-09-0905 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Door of HopeEpisode 4 of Season 2 is a reflection on Israel's wandering from God in Hosea 2:5b-15, and God's subsequent pursuit of his unfaithful bride.  Though His discipline may be sure, His intent is to restore us to a place of intimacy, where the valley of distress becomes the door of hope. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Wake by Chris Coleman - Tenderness by Tony Anderson - Butterflies (piano so...2022-09-0210 minMeditationsMeditationsHeirs with Christ - Romans 8 Part 2Episode 3 of Season 2 is a reflection on Romans 8:12-17 where Paul explores what it means to be an heir of Jesus Christ, indwelled by His very Spirit.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Shalom by Tony Anderson - Let the New Begin, Reset (instrumental) by CHPTRS - Tradition & Modernity by Max LL2022-08-2610 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 4Episode 2 of Season 2 is a meditation on Psalm 4 where David offloads his distress to the Lord in an effort to rightly deal with his anger and find peaceful rest. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Face of the Father by Tony Anderson - Restore by Jordan Critz - Indigo Hope Part 1 by TOLO - Found by Chris Coleman2022-08-1912 minMeditationsMeditationsIn the BeginningEpisode 1 of Season 2 is a meditation on Genesis 1:1-5 - that profoundly powerful moment of inception that gives rise to all that we know, perceive, and love.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to subscribe, share, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Nova by Wil Pearce - Telos by Chris Coleman - Always by Traveler2022-08-1209 minMeditationsMeditationsTemple PrayerEpisode 71 - the final episode of Season 1 - is a walk through a tool called Temple Prayer.  This approach to prayer draws on the patter of the Old Testament temple and tabernacle.  Some of the passages that describe the construction of the temple include Exodus 25-31 and 35-40, 1 Kings 6-8, and Ezekiel 40-43 among others.  Join me as we "walk through" the temple, using the various forms and artifacts found there as jumping off points for worship and prayer to God.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and...2022-07-1536 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 100Episode 70 is a prayerful walk through this short Psalm where the poet invites us to come into the Lord's presence with thanksgiving and praise in light of who He is and what He has done.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Feel free to comment, rate, subscribe, and/or share Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Nearness by Adrian Disch - Rest of Our Lives (instrumental) by The Light the Heat2022-07-0106 minMeditationsMeditationsLife in the Spirit - Romans 8 Part 1Episode 69 is a reflection on Romans 8:1-11 - the first in a series on Romans 8.  This passage praises God for offering us life in the Spirit instead of the death and resistance to God we encounter in the flesh.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Unwritten Story by Adrian Disch - Farthest Reach by Adrian Disch - Anew by Kino2022-06-2408 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 8Episode 68 is a prayerful reflection on Psalm 8 and the contrast of the wonders of the heavens with God's careful attention to mankind.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - United by Adrian Disch - Last Light of Day by Adrian Disch2022-06-1007 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Way of JesusEpisode 67 is a meditation on Philippians 2:1-11 which describes the way Jesus humbled Himself in obedience to the Father to the point of death on a cross, and it is for this reason that He is highly exalted.  We are commissioned to walk in the same way - laying down our lives and considering others' needs as more important than our own.  This is the way of Jesus.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment.  Backg...2022-06-0311 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Spirit of the Lord God is Upon MeEpisode 66 is a prayerful reflection on Isaiah 61:1-4 which reads, "The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord has anointed me to bring good news to the poor; he has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to those who are bound; to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor, and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all who mourn; to grant to those who mourn in Zion— to give them a beautiful headdress instead of ashes, the oil of gl...2022-05-2711 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 18 Part 2Episode 65 is a continuation of our prayerful reflection on Psalm 18 and David's exaltation of God's power and gentleness in the context of his own deliverance from Saul's attacks.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Our Legacy by Adrian Disch - Intrinsic by Adrian Disch - Through Different Eyes (instrumental) by CHPTRS2022-05-2011 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 18 Part 1Episode 64 is a prayerful reflection on the first half of Psalm 18, a beautiful and poetic recollection of God's answer to David's prayer of distress.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment.  Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Once and for All (eventide instrumental) by Adrian Disch - Restoration by Adrian Disch - Spirit by Wil Pearce - Our Legacy by Adrian Disch2022-05-1314 minMeditationsMeditationsIn Him All Things Hold TogetherEpisode 63 is a meditation on Colossians 1:13-20 which is a soaring description of Jesus Christ, the one in whom all things hold together.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Above the Earth (piano version) by Adrian Disch - Safe by Adrian Disch - Come to Light by Adrian Disch2022-05-0611 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Greatest of These Is LoveEpisode 62 is a meditation on 1 Corinthians 13 and the nature of God's love toward us, which inspires and empowers us to love others in like manner.  Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, comment, and/or rate.   Background tracks (licensed by Musicbed):  - Brought to Mind by Adrian Disch - Centre by Wil Pearce - The Promise of Finding by Adrian Disch2022-04-2911 minMeditationsMeditationsHe Is Risen!Episode 61 is a reflection on John 20:1-18 which recounts the events of the Sunday morning where Mary Magdalene finds the tomb empty.  From the womb of the earth, the sunrise from on high rises on the hearts of men and women all over the world.  Re is risen! Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, comment, and/or rate. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Valleys by Wil Pearce - Intrinsic (no drums) by Adrian Disc...2022-04-1711 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 62Episode 60 is a meditation on Psalm 62 which is a declaration that our souls wait in silence for God alone, and as we experience His faithfulness, it becomes our testimony to all people to put their trust in Him.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment.   Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Holding On by Adrian Disch - This is Just the Beginning by Adrian Disch - Restoration (Piano Version) by A...2022-04-0811 minMeditationsMeditationsHosanna!Episode 59 is a reflection on Mark 11:1-11 which is one of the accounts of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem.  How could the crowd go from cries of "Hosanna!" on Sunday to "Crucify Him!" on Friday?  And what does the answer to that question mean for us? Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment.  Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - When the Light Comes In by Adrian Disch - Stars by Wil Pear...2022-04-0412 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Tent of MeetingEpisode 58 is a reflection on Exodus 33:7-23 where Moses and Joshua would linger in the tent of meeting, and where God showed Moses His glory by revealing to Moses His goodness.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, comment, and/or rate.  Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - I See You (Instrumental, feat. Chris Coleman) by Wil Pearce - Coalesce by Jacob Lavallee - Clouds by Wil Pearce2022-03-2813 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 136Episode 57 is a meditation on Psalm 136 which includes in every verse the refrain, "for His steadfast love endures forever."  May this be the subtext of our lives, that when we read between the lines of our activities we see the same message repeated over and over again - the the steadfast love of the Lord endures forever.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here? Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment.   Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Aurora by Wil Pea...2022-03-2111 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Voice of My BelovedEpisode 56 is a reflection on Song of Songs 2:8-14 where the bride and the bridegroom exchange a series of exultations in one another's attributes, exclaiming that the winter is past and the time of new life has come.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to subscribe, share, comment, and/or rate.  Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Aegis by Jordan Critz - It's Just the Beginning (instrumental, feat. Roary) by Marie Hines - Better Together (acou...2022-03-1109 minMeditationsMeditationsJesus, the Lamb of GodEpisode 55 is a meditation on Revelation 5 which describes Jesus as the Lamb who was slain, worthy to open the scroll and break its seals, eliciting profound worship in the throne room. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to subscribe, share, comment, and/or rate. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Reborn by One Hundred Years - Nearness by Adrian Disch - Endings by Wil Pearce - Incision by Tony Anderson2022-03-0414 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Pearl of Great PriceEpisode 54 is a brief meditation on Matt 13:44-46 where Jesus speaks of a man joyfully selling all his possessions to purchase a field containing a treasure, and again of a merchant giving all to acquire a pearl of great value.  We are the great treasure that Jesus gave all to purchase, and now we have the opportunity to reciprocate and give all that we might gain Christ (c.f. Phil 3:8).  Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to subscribe, share, comment, and/or rate.  Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Displaced by Tony Ander...2022-02-2507 minMeditationsMeditationsVanity of VanitiesEpisode 53 is a meditation on Ecclesiastes 1:1-11 where the Preacher reflects on the meaninglessness of life in the absence of any broader eternal considerations.  The significance of this passage can't be understated in an age of chronological myopia.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, comment, and/or rate.   Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Mountains by Wil Pearce - Etne by Rore - Pacific Blue by Jesse Brown2022-02-1808 minMeditationsMeditationsFlesh & BloodEpisode 52 is a reflection on John 6:48-60 where Jesus teaches His followers that in order to be His disciple and live forever, they must eat His flesh which is true bread, and drink His blood in which is life.  It was a hard teaching for the disciples, and many walked away.  May we be those who internalize His ways and His sacrifice.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, comment, and/or rate.  Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - He...2022-02-1109 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 103Episode 51 is a prayerful reflection on Psalm 103, a beautiful poem recounting God's benefits and the steadfast love of God toward frail, fleeting humans.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Daydream in A for Piano by Eric Kinny - Sight by Wil Pearce - Visible by Why We Wander - We Will by Chris Coleman2022-02-0412 minMeditationsMeditationsShine as Lights in the WorldEpisode 50 is a brief, prayerful reflection on Philippians 2:14-16 and how, by being content in the Lord and refraining from grumbling and complaining, we can shine as lights in the world. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, comment, and/or rate. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Spirit by Tony Anderson - Rise II by CHPTRS2022-01-2806 minMeditationsMeditationsA Garden and a SpringEpisode 49 is a meditation on Isaiah 58:6-12, often referred to as "God's Chosen Fast."  One of the results of the type of fast that God desires is that we would be "like a watered garden and a spring of water whose waters do not fail."  I was partial to calling this episode after that verse in particular because it's an image I often have in my mind for my sons as I pray this passage over them.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, comm...2022-01-2111 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Love CycleEpisode 48 is a look at how 1 John 4:19, Luke 10:25-27, John 14:15, & Matthew 5:8 form the "Love Cycle."  That is, that when we receive the love of God we are compelled to love Him in return (1 John 4:19); when we love Him we obey Him (Luke 10:25-27 & John 14:15), and we obey Him with a pure heart, we see Him (Matthew 5:8).  And what do we see when we see Him?  We see how much He loves us!  And that perpetuates this blissful cycle upward for eternity.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free t...2022-01-1406 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 27Episode 47 is a prayerful walk through Psalm 27 which contains some of the most recognizable verses in the Bible.  May we be a "One Thing" people! Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment.  Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - All Is Not Lost by Tony Anderson - Stay with Me Reset (Instrumental) by CHPTRS - Hope by Tony Anderson2022-01-0712 minMeditationsMeditationsLooking Back with Gratitude & Looking Forward with HopeEpisode 46 is an exercise in both gratitude and faith from 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 and Romans 15:13.  As we look back on 2021 and look forward to 2022, we have so many things to be thankful for and to look forward to with great anticipation - not because of our circumstances, but because of the nature and character of God.     Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, comment, and/or rate.   Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Ariana Part 2 by Tony Anderson ...2021-12-3108 minMeditationsMeditationsAdvent - the Birth of JesusEpisode 45 depicts the culmination of the season of Advent - the birth of Jesus, as recounted in Luke 2:1-7.  Join me as we pause and reflect on the profound gravity of this event.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to rate, subscribe, share, and/or comment.   Background track (licensed via Musicbed):  - Immanuel by Tony Anderson2021-12-2408 minMeditationsMeditationsAdvent - The ShepherdsEpisode 44 is an advent reflection on the birth of Jesus from the perspective of the shepherds as told in Luke 2:8-20.  Join me as we marvel at the contrast between the God of Heaven becoming a human baby and proclaiming this wonder to the lowest of people.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, comment, and/or rate. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Aisha by Tony Anderson - Child (Instrumental) by CHPTRS2021-12-1709 minMeditationsMeditationsAdvent - Mary, Mother of JesusEpisode 43 is a reflection on the miraculous circumstances of Jesus' birth, and how the bearer of this God-child was a humble, socially marginalized teenage girl.  Her humble submission to this commission meant further ostracization and possible death, yet she bore it willingly.  May we follow her lead as we celebrate Jesus' first coming and anticipate His second! Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, comment, and/or rate.   Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - The Light (Instrumental) by C...2021-12-1008 minMeditationsMeditationsPleasures Forevermore - Praying Psalm 16Episode 42 is a prayerful walk through Psalm 16 which declares that in God's presence is fullness of joy, and that at His right hand are pleasures forevermore.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment.  Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Who We Said We Are (Instrumental) by CHPTRS - No Place On Earth by Tony Anderson - Chasm by Tony Anderson - October by Katharine Petkovski2021-12-0713 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Fourfold HallelujahEpisode 41 is a meditation on Revelation 19:1-7 & 11-16 where Heaven rejoices at the overthrow of Babylon in chapter 18 - Babylon representing everything that ultimately rejects God's authority.  We then see Jesus astride a white horse leading the armies of Heaven, but still bearing the marks of His sacrifice on our behalf.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, subscribe, comment, and/or rate.   Background tracks (licensed via MusicBed): Seeds by Tony Anderson The Way Home by Tony...2021-11-2911 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Lord, He is God!Episode 40 is a reflection on 1 Kings 18:20-40 where Elijah faces off against the prophets of Baal.  As God responds to Elijah's petition with fire, the people fall on their faces declaring, "the Lord, He is God!"  May we have a similar revelation today, in Jesus' name! Connect with me at mick@mickrmurray.com // Like what you heard here?  Feel free to comment, rate, share, and/or subscribe.   Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - If I Could (Instrumental) by CHPTRS - Breakthrough by Tony Anderson2021-11-1910 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Prodigal GodEpisode 39 is a meditation on Luke 15:11-32 - Jesus' parable that is often called "The Story of the Prodigal Son," but which is actually a parable depicting the extravagance of the Father's love, compassion, and forgiveness toward two sons whose hearts were equally far from Him.  Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you heard here?  Feel free to rate, comment, share, and/or subscribe.   Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Gift of Life by Tony Anderson - The Father's Heart by Tony Ande...2021-11-1213 minMeditationsMeditationsJesus' Words from the CrossEpisode 38 is a meditation on the 7 phrases Jesus utters from the cross found in Luke 23:34, Luke 23:43, John 19:26-27, Matt 27:46 (and Mark 15:30), Mark 15:34, John 19:28-30, & Luke 23:46.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, rate, comment, and/or subscribe.   Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Saudade by Tony Anderson - Darkest Night by Tony Anderson - Oyarsa by Tony Anderson2021-11-0512 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the Psalms - Psalm 1Episode 37 is a walk through Psalm 1, highlighting the blessing that comes from meditating day and night on the person of Jesus.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to share, comment, rate, and/or subscribe.  Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - The King by Tony Anderson - Nuit by Tony Anderson - Eclosion by Tony Anderson2021-10-2909 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Prayers for the Church at ThessalonicaEpisode 36 is a prayerful walkthrough of 1 Thessalonians 3:12-13 and 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12, two more of the wonderful "apostolic prayers," or prayers Jesus and the early apostles prayed for the churches of that time period. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Feel free to rate, comment, subscribe, and/or share. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Dwell (Snowfall Remix) by Tony Anderson - Moonset by Katharine Petkovski2021-10-2209 minMeditationsMeditationsIf My People...Episode 35 is a brief meditation on 2 Chronicles 7:14 where we see the people of God are to be characterized by humility, prayer, devotion, and repentance.  Join me in praying this verse on behalf of the body of Christ in our day.  Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment.   Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Arpege by Tony Anderson - Turn Your Heart by Future of Forestry2021-10-1507 minMeditationsMeditationsDelight Yourself in the LordEpisode 34 is a meditation on Psalm 37:3-9 and the promise that God will satisfy the desires of those who delight themselves in Him. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Gather by Chris Coleman - Spiriteaux by Tony Anderson - Kingdom by Jordan Critz2021-10-0809 minMeditationsMeditationsPrayers of Preparation in the Holy SpiritEpisode 33 is a series of preparatory prayers focused on consecrating the self to the work of the Spirit.  These meditations come from James 4:7, Psalm 139:23-24, Romans 8:5, Galatians 5:22-23, 1 Corinthians 12:7-11, & Isaiah 11:2. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  Hesse by Glowworm Lachrymosia by Slow Meadow Aperture by Jordan Critz Dive by Chris Colman2021-10-0114 minMeditationsMeditationsPraying the BeatitudesEpisode 31 is a prayerful walk through Matthew 5:3-12, otherwise known as the Beatitudes of Jesus.  This passage describes the way of the Master.  Join me as we pray through it together. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Ariana Part 1 by Tony Anderson - Aurora by SVVN - Embark by Stephen Blake Kanicka2021-09-1713 minMeditationsMeditationsVanity of VanitiesEpisode 30 is a reflection on Ecclesiastes 1:1-11 and the vanity of life apart from the life of God.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Driftless by Abilene - Groundless by Hammock2021-09-1007 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Emotions of JesusEpisode 29 is a reflection on the emotions of Jesus - how alive and vibrant He was compared with how He is often portrayed in the media.  We look at several different passages including: Compassion - Mark 1:40-42 (I erroneously say 40-45 in the recording) Joy - Luke 10:21 Anger - John 2:13-17 (again I erroneously say 13-22 in the recording) Grief - John 11:33-36 Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. ...2021-09-0710 minMeditationsMeditationsThe New Heavens & the New Earth Part 3Episode 28 is a continuation of the series on the New Heavens and the New Earth.  This installment is a meditation on Revelation 21:15-27 and the nature of the heavenly city. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via MusicBed): - Illuminate by Shawn Williams - Greatest Love by Generdyn2021-09-0308 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Prayer for the Church at PhilippiEpisode 27 is a meditation on Paul's prayer for the church at Philippi recorded in Philippians 1:9-11.  It is one of the "apostolic prayers" that we find Jesus and His disciples praying on behalf of the church. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Rise (Snowfall Remix) by Tony Anderson - Found by Chris Coleman2021-08-3108 minMeditationsMeditationsBlessed is the ManEpisode 26 is a meditation on Jeremiah 17:5-8 that describes the state of the one who trusts in created things vs. the blessing of the one who trusts in God.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Anomali by Jordan Critz - The Final Shore by Jordan Critz - Let Go by Chris Coleman2021-08-2708 minMeditationsMeditationsThe New Heavens & the New Earth Part 2Episode 25 is a continuation of a four-part series on the New Heavens and the New Earth, this time from Revelation 21:9-14.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - First by Roary - Eleomera by Jo Blankenburg - Perennial by Tony Anderson2021-08-2410 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Shepherd's PsalmEpisode 24 is a reflection on possibly the most famous chapter of the Bible: Psalm 23.   The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my h...2021-08-2010 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Lord's PrayerEpisode 23 is a journey through the Lord's Prayer recorded in Matthew 6:9-13.   Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tr...2021-08-1712 minMeditationsMeditationsThe New Heavens & the New Earth Part 1Episode 22 is the first installment of a four-part series looking at select passages in Revelation 21 and 22.  This meditation is on Revelation 21:1-7 describing the culmination of God making His dwelling among man.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Across the Water by CHPTRS - Edge of Light by Jordan Critz - Eschaton by Chris Coleman & Tony Anderson 2021-08-1311 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Blessing of AaronEpisode 21 is a meditation on Aaron's blessing recorded in Numbers 6:24-26: The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed by Musicbed):  - Particles by Tony Anderson - Onward by Chris Coleman 2021-08-1009 minMeditationsMeditationsOne Like the Son of ManEpisode 20 is a reflection on John's vision of Jesus in Revelation 1:12-16 and how each component of this vision had corresponding Old Testament references that the first recipients of this letter would have been familiar with.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Reckoning by Chris Coleman - Morning Light by CHPTRS - Eastern Sea by Jordan Critz2021-08-0610 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Prayer for the Church at Ephesus Pt. 2Episode 19 is a prayerful reflection on Ephesians 1:15-23 which another of the apostolic prayers that we find Jesus and His early followers prayed for the church in the New Testament.  Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  Dreamlife by Tony Anderson Yearn by Chris Coleman Rise I by Chptrs Echo by Jordan Critz2021-08-0311 minMeditationsMeditationsFor Fellowship & for GloryEpisode 18 is a meditation on Genesis 1:26-28 and the telos embedded in this passage: that we exist for fellowship with God to the glory of God. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): Deeper by Chris Coleman Like a Child by Tony Anderson Nascent by Chris Coleman2021-07-3008 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Heart of the MasterEpisode 17 is a meditation on Matthew 25:14-30 and specifically the perspective of the servant who received one talent - that our understanding of the heart of the master will determine our response to His initiative toward us. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Is Nostalgia an Emotion by Async Ross - Loss by Chris Coleman - Shadows (Instrumental) by Chptrs2021-07-2708 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Prayer for the Church at RomeEpisode 16 is a reflection on the apostolic prayer found in Romans 15:5-6 and 13 where Paul prays for endurance, encouragement, hope, joy, and peace as the outcome of their faith.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - With Love by Analog Heart - You're Mine (Instrumental) by Future of Forestry2021-07-2309 minMeditationsMeditationsRestEpisode 15 is a meditation on Gen 1:1-2:3 and the rabbinical tradition that this seminal passage is actually primarily about rest.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Ephemeral by Future of Forestry - Telescope (cello version) by TOLO - Two Voices by House of Hum2021-07-2011 minMeditationsMeditationsFearfully & Wonderfully MadeEpisode 14 is a meditation on Psalm 139:13-15 and how we are intentional acts of God's will, fearfully and wonderfully made.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): Each Other by Chris Coleman Eclipse by Future of Forestry Do It All Again (Instrumental) by Tyler Brown Williams  2021-07-1608 minMeditationsMeditationsIf You Love MeEpisode 13 is a reflection on John 14:12-20 and especially verse 15 where Jesus promises us that if we love Him, we will obey Him. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Trees by Future of Forestry - Nearness (Instrumental) by Bethel Music2021-07-1309 minMeditationsMeditationsBe Still and KnowEpisode 12 is a reflection on Psalm 46:10 which says "Be still, and know that I am God.  I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!" Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - A Moment by Chris Coleman - Meris by Jordan Critz - Novella by Jordan Critz2021-07-0907 minMeditationsMeditationsOpening the Eyes of the BlindEpisode 11 is a creative retelling of Jesus opening the eyes of blind Bartimaeus from Mark 10:46-52.  Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Belong by Chris Coleman - Infinite by Jordan Critz - Bloom by Tony Anderson - Wake by Chris Coleman2021-07-0610 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Shedding of the First BloodEpisode 10 is a reflection on the tale of God covering Adam and Eve in Genesis 3 by shedding the first blood in the biblical narrative. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Glory by Chris Coleman - Seen by Chris Coleman - Flying (instrumental) by Cody Fry - Younger by Tony Anderson2021-07-0209 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Prayer for the Church at Ephesus Pt. 1Episode 9 is a journey through Ephesians 3:14-19 where Paul prays an incredible prayer on behalf of the body of Christ in that city - a model for how to pray for the church today. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Light by Jordan Critz - Eyes Wide Open by Tony Anderson - Afterglow (feat. Matt Wertz) by Jordan Critz2021-06-2910 minMeditationsMeditationsNot a Hair of Your HeadEpisode 8 is a meditation on Luke 21:16-19 and Jesus' astonishing claim that not a hair of the disciple's head would perish.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Carry You with Me (instrumental) by Voyageur - Father's Land by Jordan Critz2021-06-2506 minMeditationsMeditationsFrom Jacob to IsraelEpisode 7 is a reflection on the life of Jacob from Genesis 25 to 33 and how one encounter with the angel of the Lord changed everything for a desperate man.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Ember by Tony Anderson - Tradition & Modernity by Max LL - This Love by Tyler Brown Williams2021-06-2211 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Span of His HandEpisode 6 is a reflection on Isaiah 40:12 where we are told that God marks off the heavens with the span of his hand.  What does this reveal of the nature and abilities of God? Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed):  - Nearness by Adrian Disch - Always (No Oohs & Aahs) by Traveler2021-06-1806 minMeditationsMeditationsThe Prayer for the Church at ColossaeEpisode 5 is a slow journey through Colossians 1:9-12 where Paul prays an incredible prayer on behalf of the body of Christ in that city - a model for how to pray for the church today.   Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Lum (with Lane King) by Chris Coleman - Indigo Hope Part 1 by TOLO - Let the New Begin (Reset) by CH...2021-06-1509 minMeditationsMeditationsI Will Be With YouEpisode 4 is a meditation on Isaiah 43:2 which says, "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you."  May you know the withness of God today! Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Butterflies (Piano Sonata) by Tony Anderson...2021-06-1107 minMeditationsMeditationsRiversEpisode 3 is a reflection on the themes of rivers of water and blood from the Levitical system of sacrifices, Ezekiel 47:1-12, Revelation 22:1-2, and John 19:33-34.  May you trust in the testimony of Jesus Christ today! Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed) - Ocean Wild by Jordan Critz - Restore (No Oohs & Aahs) by Jordan Critz2021-06-0708 minMeditationsMeditationsThe High Priestly PrayerEpisode 2 explores a portion of Jesus' prayer for the believers in John 17:20-24, also known as the "High Priestly Prayer."  Join me in praying through this powerful prayer on behalf of the church.  Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Tenderness by Tony Anderson - Luna by Tony Anderson2021-06-0408 minMeditationsMeditationsIOUS - Prayers of Sanctification from the PsalmsEpisode 1 is a series of prayers utilizing the acronym IOUS which stands for incline, open, unite, and satisfy.  These four prayers come from Psalm 119:36, Psalm 119:18, Psalm 86:11b, and Psalm 90:14 respectively.  I first learned this acronym from John Piper and these prayers have become a consistent way to prepare my heart for each new day.    Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // Like what you found here?  Pass it on, rate, subscribe, and/or leave a comment. Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Face of the Father by Tony Anderson - Bre...2021-05-3010 minMeditationsMeditationsTrailer - What is Meditations?Meditations is a podcast designed to help you engage the Christian scriptures in a contemplative manner by slowly and imaginatively praying through and reflecting on various biblical passages. This effort is the result of thousands of hours of prayerful meditation on the Bible.  I'd like to share it with you in order to inspire your faith and deepen your worship of God.   CS Lewis says “For me, reason is the natural organ of truth; but imagination is the organ of meaning. Imagination, producing new metaphors or revivifying old, is not the cause of truth, but its condition.”  May your imagina...2021-05-2902 min