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It is an interesting concept - to clothe ourselves with gentleness. Might that be one of the qualities people see first when they meet us? Might that be what we wear in our homes and in the marketplace? What would change in our world if we walked through our day with the heart of gentleness toward every creature, every person? Father, would you place this quality of character across our shoulders, that we might carry your compassion everywhere we go? Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Phil Reaser
Patience involves understanding timing, an element in this world that is beyond our control. Yet, being patient is within our control. It is a force of our will to restrain from selfish desires, from pushing ahead when we need to stand still and let God be God. The measure of our maturity can be seen in how we handle ourselves with patience. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Nancy Holland and Adam Maddock
Once again, the realm of God's kingdom turns our world upside down. Real freedom is being free from self-indulgence. When we control our desires, and seek another's well-being, we are loving deeply and restoring life and freedom in this world. We are equipped by love to move beyond, to see beyond ourselves into another's need and love them in it. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Phil Reaser
James writes that peace is a seed from the fruit called spiritual maturity. It is 'sown in peace by those who make peace by actively encouraging goodwill between individuals.' We must have the seed to sow it. It is a release of our desires for the deeper healing of Jesus' presence. His peace is ours, giving us the seeds that can be sown in others' hearts. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Nancy Holland and Adam Maddock
As with all aspects that define our Lord and God, goodness is a quality of His character. Paul write to the Ephesians, for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness and truth. Our life in Jesus develops such fruit. The goodness of God, is something He share with us- that we might share this sweet tasting fruit with others. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Phil Reaser
Of all the expressions of emotions we have, love seems to be the easiest and the hardest to share. The well-known chapter, 1 Corinthians 13 is used to describe the way to live yet we find it unattainable, because we try to do it rather than letting Jesus do it through us. The branch doesn't produce fruit- the the branch bears the fruit produced by the Vine. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Nancy Holland and Adam Maddock
The truth about our Father God is that He has freed us from the lies that say we are not worthy of love, that we are not good enough, that we are failures, so don’t try anymore. Regardless of your physical condition, your emotional state of mind, or what you have been told - the absolute truth is - in Jesus, you are free. Choose to believe the truth. God so loved you that He gave His only Son for your freedom. No longer are you a slave to this world. You are free indeed. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Phil Reaser
Listen to the truths about God and His patience. The enemy of our souls, Satan, would have us believe the lie that God is not kind enough, or patient enought or loving enough. Each of us needs to know, to believe that our heavenly Father will not toss us aside, or tell us we're just no good, or remind us of our failures. That is not His way - the truth will always be - He has all the patience in the world - and so much more. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Elizabeth Ames-McCrimmon, Michelle DeChant and Adam Maddock
Every child learns what is right, how to live well through the careful and kind guidance from a parent or parent model in their life. The truth about our Father God is that He has the same purpose, models the perfect role as parent with us as well. As His children we are subject to His guidance, His leading, His discipline - "for God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases Him https://www.bible.com/bible/116/PHP.2.13.NLT." God guides us, directing our steps so we will pattern our decisions by what He knows is best for our development and maturity. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Phil Reaser
There is perhaps only one way to live in a place of inner peace. We try to impagine it as silence and solitude. God says it is His peace that transcends all understanding. It is beyond comprehension, yet it exists in our relationship with Jesus. Our surrender is to Him, not to nothingness. It is by keeping our thoughts on what is true and real – on Him, that we find true rest and a peace-filled life. It is the Lord of Peace who has already given us peace. Trust Him. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Nancy Holland and Adam Maddock
It is God who gives us strength to face each day, who lifts our head and who personally goes before us. Consider all He is doing even now as you listen to this episode. As the Psalmist wrote, Why am I discouraged? I will put my hope in God. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Phil Reaser
As you listen to these scriptures, contemplate the ways God shows His care for you. No matter where you are, where you go, or what you do, He is always right there with you. His thoughts about each of us, are more than the grains of sand this world holds. Never are we out of His thoughts. How secure, how safe it is to be with Father God, who knows you, and loves you without reserve. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Elizabeth Ames-McCrimmon, Michelle DeChant and Adam Maddock
No other issue should matter when I believe, truly believe God really loves me. He keeps me from stumbling, His love covers me like a blanket, His compassion is new every moment. Love is kind, gentle and forgiving. Knowing my Father loves me is what matters most in this world - and the next. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Phil Reaser
Consider these words describing the love our Heavenly Father has for us in this Scriptural meditation. We are deeply loved and cherished, children of the Most High God. What an honor it is to be thought of this way. Rest in these truths. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Elizabeth Ames-McCrimmon, Michelle DeChant and Adam Maddock
Our God is a personal God. He wants us to understand that as our Father, He is near, and is personally interested in our concerns and well-being. The scriptures tell us to pour out our hearts to Him, to share with Him the details of our lives, because in doing so, we will sense His nearness and realize He hears us - and He cares. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Phil Reaser
We are accepted as we are. We are not ignored or cast aside as 'not good enough'. We only need to believe it. We belong and our Father is delighted to see us - all of the time. Run to Him and see for yourself! Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Elizabeth Ames-McCrimmon, Michelle DeChant and Adam Maddock
This meditation continues with Psalms 19, bridging the distance of the universe to our souls. It points to God's attention and intent of perfection is the same for us as it is for the placement of the sun, moon and stars. Who are we, God, that you pay such close attention to us? Every word You speak is truth. Everything You say creates life. May we recognize the depth of Your love for us. May we in turn, love others the same way. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Phil Reaser
God has given us all we need to live under His protection: faith, truth, salvation, His very word and His Spirit. We are well equipped to stand firm on this earth, pushing back the darkness in the protection and power of His Name. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Elizabeth Ames-McCrimmon, Michelle DeChant and Adam Maddock
Our lives are the most truthful witness of the value and change that a commitment to Jesus brings. As we think and speak the Truth in love, we release life into the lives the others, which in turn, generates hope of a better way to live now. Listen to this meditation with a heart that sees and hears what God's Spirit is doing. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Phil Reaser
We're invited to join God in His work. Each of us has a role, we've been given many gifts and we're called to use what we have and who we're made to be. Yet, even in this, it is the Lord who completes the work in us and through us. We need only to be open and available. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Christine Mauriello-Miller
Peter tells us, Love is a safe place of shelter, for it never stops believing the best for others. May we become that shelter for those in our homes, for our friends, for strangers needing to know they are not alone in this world. Help us, Father to remember, Love covers so much more than we could ever dream. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, Joy Peyton and Phil Reaser
This scriptural meditation reminds us that doing good for others is a creative act of love. God will refresh us and empower us, if we embrace His desires, His will and His heart to help and take care of others in need. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Nancy Holland and Adam Maddock
As you listen today, let this prayer of hope and of blessing permeate your thoughts, your emotions and your spirit. We echo Paul’s prayer to the Ephesians: "I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know… " - the hope, the inheritance, the power and the wisdom for how to engage others so that they too may know. Listen and let these words become the hope and blessing that create life within you today, so the wisdom of God, the power of God and the hope for meaning in life is known through you wherever you go. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, Joy Peyton and Phil Reaser
Take a moment to consider what it means to have the Spirit of God dwell with us, in us! It is an immense concept and truth. Our belief in Jesus as God's Son, God's deposit of His Spirit in us to protect and seal us as His own, creates a bond, a preservation of holiness within us and with Him. May we honor our relationship with God's grace and love toward us. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Christine Mauriello-Miller
To give us the authority to spiritually bind or loose on earth, and know that in Jesus' name, God is doing the same is an awesome responsibility. God is trusting us with His name, and His power. The keys to authority come from acknowledging and submitting to the authority of Love. It is in Love that we fight for the souls of others. It is not for our rights, but for their safety and security. Let His Love be the binding of our hearts and loosing of His kingdom power on earth today. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, Joy Peyton and Phil Reaser
Whether we have spent much time thinking about it or not, as God's children, we add flavor wherever we go. Our interactions are the sprinklings of God's grace, spiritual and eternal blessings to grace the lives of the lonely, the sad ones, and those who are burdened. We don't often know who they are. We are just to be a savory moment that makes their day a little better. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, and Christine Mauriello-Miller
It's pretty simple, really. God says, your work is to do good. God has asked us to join Him in loving others, being gentle and kind, forgiving as we have been forgiven, sharing what we have and blessing with the gentle rains of peace. For this, we will be called His people. What an honor. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, Joy Peyton and Phil Reaser
Today is the second part of Living in God's Plans for Us. Each sentence of this meditation is advice for staying the course, for realizing we can trust Him to lead us, to reveal His plans for us, and to live in what He has purposed - proving His will is indeed good, acceptable and perfect for each of us. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Nancy Holland, Joy Peyton and Adam Maddock
In so many places in Scripture we are told we are not alone, that God is with us. The Psalmist exclaimed, no matter where I go, You, God, will be there. Take comfort and believe. God is here with you, wherever you are. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, Joy Peyton and Phil Reaser
This meditation has two parts. The first one, today, postions us. We are to listen as sheep listen and obey their shepherd. We are to trust, that we will be fed, and protected. We are to believe that goodness and mercy are with us every day of our lives. This establishes our thoughts and keeps us from wandering away from God's best for us. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org https://cfonorthamerica.org/ to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this time of meditation, please consider supporting us https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=VF2A36M8RWHY6&source=url. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Nancy Holland, Joy Peyton and Adam Maddock
