A Moment to Rest

This series of 15 conversations revisits the story of a world-class liar and deceiver. The intent is to find insight and perspective as we explore together what Jacob, the father of the original 12 tribes of Israel contributes to the bigger story of Jesus— and to us. Even though he was a grandson of Abraham, Jacob turned out to be so dishonest that he had to leave home to avoid being killed by the older brother he betrayed. Yet his legacy is as wonderful as it is mysterious. God loved Jacob, and chose him to be a blessing to every family of the earth. What was God trying to tell us?

As you rest before God tonight, bring even the seasons when His presence feels distant. In tonight’s Our Daily Bread Evening Meditation, reflecting on Hebrews 11:1–3, 6, we’ll discover how faith grows stronger by trusting God’s promises, even in the silence.

As you quiet your heart tonight, lift your eyes to the greatness of the God who reigns over all creation. In tonight’s Our Daily Bread Evening Meditation, reflecting on Psalm 93, we’ll discover fresh peace as we remember the Lord’s unmatched power, holiness and steadfast care.

As you come before God tonight, bring your grief, your questions and every hidden sorrow into His presence. In tonight’s Our Daily Bread Evening Meditation, reflecting on John 11:32–36, we’ll discover the Saviour who weeps with us and holds the power to bring hope, life and restoration.

As you end your day, bring every failure and burden to the One who has taken your sin away. In tonight’s Our Daily Bread Evening Meditation, reflecting on Leviticus 16:20–22, we’ll discover the lasting freedom and peace found in Christ, who has removed our guilt forever.

As the busyness of the day fades, take time simply to be with Jesus. In tonight’s Our Daily Bread Evening Meditation, reflecting on Luke 10:38–42, we’ll discover that lasting peace and purpose begin by sitting quietly at His feet and listening to His voice.

As you prepare for rest tonight, let go of the need to carry tomorrow’s burdens on your own. In tonight’s Our Daily Bread Evening Meditation, reflecting on Psalm 131, we’ll discover the deep peace that comes from trusting our loving Heavenly Father with every care.

Does prayer come easy to you? Or is it hard to know how to talk to God? Lee Nienhuis was a teenager when she began to understand what a relationship with Jesus looked like. Mentored by her youth pastor and his wife, this new understanding inspired her to deepen her relationship with Christ through prayer. Now, as a mom of four, Lee uses Scripture to pray specific prayers over her children. Join Lee as she shares with hosts Eryn Eddy Adkins and Vivian Mabuni how to use Scripture to guide us through praying for all the people, things, and situations in our lives. You don’t want to miss this final episode of Season 18 of the God Hears Her podcast. 

As you come to the end of another day, bring your weariness to the God who never grows tired. In tonight’s Our Daily Bread Evening Meditation, reflecting on Isaiah 40:28–31, we’ll discover how hope in the Lord renews our strength for today and for tomorrow.

Have you ever struggled with the question “what am I supposed to do with my life?” From pretty early on in our lives, we begin to ask that question, only to discover that it reappears in almost every stage of life. So, this week, Daniel is going to lead Elisa and Bill and Rasool in looking at a few stories of “calling” in the Bible and see how these stories might help us think through where we currently are, how God may be leading us in whatever season we’re in, and what the answer to that question—what am I supposed to do with my life?—might be for us right now. Hearing God’s Call is the focus of this series of conversations on Discover the Word.