Finding Peace in Prayer

As you prepare for rest tonight, entrust every step of your life’s journey to the God who never leaves your side. In tonight’s Our Daily Bread Evening Meditation, reflecting on Psalm 62:5–8, we’ll discover the deep security of travelling through life with our faithful Guide and refuge.

As you settle into God’s presence tonight, release the pressure to find your security in the things of this world. In tonight’s Our Daily Bread Evening Meditation, reflecting on Matthew 6:19–21, we’ll discover the lasting peace that comes from treasuring Christ above everything else.

As you come to the end of your day, leave behind striving and rest in Christ’s finished work. In tonight’s Our Daily Bread Evening Meditation, reflecting on Genesis 2:1–3, we’ll discover the deep peace of God’s Sabbath rest and the freedom of His completed salvation.

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.