Quiet on Purpose Heather Lieurance

In this episode, we're going to meditate on Psalm 16:3&4, and take some time to consider how we determine who the "saints" are, who we consider "excellent" and what it means to "delight" in them!

Read Psalm 16:3&4 here

Questions from today's episode: Do I delight myself in a community of Jesus-followers? Have I been intentional about the voices I listen to and have I surrounded myself with others who are trying to grow in their faith and in Christ-likeness? Is there a gentle invitation to me from Jesus today? How will I respond?

Music written & recorded by Caleb Lieurance




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When you stop to think about the good in your life, what comes to mind? Your people? Experiences or education you've been privileged to enjoy? Possessions? Or maybe what comes to mind for you is the good things you've been able to contribute to the world, making it a better place! And I would say, "Yes! And also, there's something more." Listen in to this episode as we consider ALL the good we can handle!



Read Psalm 16:2



Questions from today's episode: Where does this verse challenge you most? Can you readily see that every good thing in your life is a gift from God? Can you readily admit that apart from Him your “good” works are empty and meaningless, not necessarily even “good” at all? Do you, like me, have to admit that, while you may give mental ascent to the truth that the only good you know in this world is found in Him alone, your life and heart don’t always live in that reality? What invitation is God extending to you today, drawing you one step closer to a deep and dependent relationship with Him? How will you respond?

This song has been a particular blessing to me of late. Enjoy!



Podcast music written and recorded by Caleb Lieurance


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I have to confess that over the years, in times of trouble or distress, God was not always the first place I turned for refuge. However, I know that when trouble comes or something distressing happens, there is One who can be trusted completely, and only One! We can take a deep breath, hit pause, and seek the Lord immediately, because through His Spirit He is always with us! While other trusted friends, confidants and counselors can be a great help, I want to learn to turn first to God, my refuge! You too? Listen in!

Read Psalm 16:1

Questions from today's episode: Do I take refuge in God before seeking it elsewhere? Where else do I seek refuge, what person or activity do I tend to turn to first? How can I train myself to take refuge first and foremost in God?

Music written and recorded by Caleb Lieurance


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The verse we're considering in this episode appears, at first glance, to be repeating itself, just saying the same thing in different ways. But, when you look closer, considering it more deeply, you begin to uncover layers. "Layers of hope," I'm calling them. Listen in!

Read it here!

Questions from today's episode: Am I ready to ask God to show me His ways? Am I genuinely ready to be guided in His truth, or am I still trying to hold onto control and do life my way? If I’m still clinging to control, why? What scares me about giving Him control? Have I really made Him my Savior and put my hope in Him? Talk to God about your answers to these questions, and listen to what He might be saying to you today.

Ruthless Trust by Brennan Manning

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Podcast music written and recorded by Caleb Lieurance


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What do you do when you don't feel God's love for you? What if you never feel it, on an emotional level? A recent conversation with a friend got me thinking about this, and I think today's verse speaks to that question. Listen in!

Read Psalm 27:13

Questions from today's episode: Is there an area of your life that feels desperate, that you are in danger of “despairing” over? Tell God about it. Are you struggling to see His goodness today? Ask Him to reveal something small that has happened in the past 24 hours that is a reminder of His goodness in your life. Ask Him to help your unbelief!

King of My Heart is a great song to remind me of the goodness of God! Listen to it here!

Podcast music written and recorded by Caleb Lieurance


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If you are part of a church that follows the liturgical church calendar, you will be very familiar with the fact that this week is Holy Week. For all Christian traditions, liturgical or not, this is certainly the most sacred week of the year, the one in which we celebrate the passion of Jesus Christ, culminating with His crucifixion on Good Friday and resurrection on Easter morning, and all that it means for us. So I think it is only appropriate that in today’s episode we peer into the very moments of Jesus’ death. I hope you'll make this week's episode even a small part of your Easter preparations this year!



Luke 23:44-46

Questions from today's episode: Have you personally accepted the sacrifice of Jesus on your behalf yet? If not, are you ready to do that today? Take these next few minutes to talk to God about your gratitude that Jesus is the One who made it possible for you to have a relationship with Him, in spite of your imperfection and sins. If you’ve already come into a relationship with God through Jesus, spend these next few moments thanking God again for initiating the relationship with you and doing all that was required to make you right with Him. We did nothing to deserve it on our own!

NASA article

Podcast music written and recorded by Caleb Lieurance


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