The Gift of Being with Jesus

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.

As you bring your burdens before the Lord tonight, discover the peace that comes from turning your heart toward Him. In tonight’s Our Daily Bread Evening Meditation, reflecting on Acts 16:22–26, we’ll discover how prayer and praise can sustain us, even in life’s darkest moments.

As you settle into God’s presence tonight, pause to reflect on His goodness and give thanks for His many blessings. In tonight’s Our Daily Bread Evening Meditation, reflecting on Psalm 111:1–5, we’ll discover how worship opens our eyes to the beauty, power and faithfulness of God.

“What if your spiritual life isn’t stuck—just waiting to be grown daily?” Many teens want to grow closer to God but often don’t know where to start or how to stay consistent. In this episode of the Our Daily Bread Africa Teens Podcast, host Nuhu Gaina unpacks practical and simple ways to grow spiritually every single day, even in the middle of school, pressure, and distractions. Through biblical wisdom, real-life habits, and encouraging truth, this episode will help you build a stronger prayer life, love God’s Word more, and develop a daily walk with Him that actually lasts. If you’ve ever felt spiritually dry or inconsistent, this episode will show you how growth is still possible—one day at a time.

As you end your day, rest in the mercy of the God who welcomes sinners with open arms. In tonight’s Our Daily Bread Evening Meditation, reflecting on Matthew 9:9–13, we’ll discover the transforming grace that forgives, restores and gives every heart a fresh start.

As you quiet your heart tonight, lift your eyes from your worries to the greatness of God. In tonight’s Our Daily Bread Evening Meditation, reflecting on Genesis 15:1–6, we’ll discover how God’s limitless power and faithful promises bring hope when our circumstances seem impossible.

As you come before God tonight, bring your fears, questions and uncertainties without hesitation. In tonight’s Our Daily Bread Evening Meditation, reflecting on Judges 6:36–40, we’ll discover God’s patient heart and His faithfulness to reassure us even when our faith feels fragile.