The Morning Meditation

Joe Consford
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Each weekday I read a portion of scripture, tell a story and reflect on what we read. Just a few quiet minutes to start the day!

  1. 6d ago

    Prayer, Travel, and a Soul Saved

    Joe Consford shares a personal update on family health challenges, extensive deputation travel, and the encouraging news of a young man's salvation. This episode highlights God's faithfulness amidst life's unexpected turns and the enduring power of the Gospel. ### Timestamps: * 0:15 - Ministry Update * 3:30 - Transition * 3:45 - Devotional * 7:45 - Closing Learn more about Joe and Laura Consford's ministry in Ghana, West Africa, and connect with them at [consfords.com](https://consfords.com). Source: https://consfords.com/we-took-a-small-break-from-deputation/ Episode Timestamps: 0:18 Ministry Update | 4:30 Transition | 4:44 Devotional | 7:44 Closing

    Prayer, Travel, and a Soul Saved

  2. Jul 16

    The Missionary Doctor, His Dogs, and Trusting God

    Join Joe Consford as he shares the incredible true survival story behind his new book, "The Dogs That Saved the Doctor." Discover how a medical missionary, stranded on breaking ice in 1908, learned to trust God when everything else was gone. This episode connects that powerful narrative to our own August first deputation support goal season and reminds us to find joy and trust in God's sovereign hand, even in challenging days. **Episode Highlights:** * Hear the real-life story of a missionary's survival against impossible odds. * Learn about Joe's new book, "The Dogs That Saved the Doctor," releasing August 1st. * Discover how you can join the special "book launch team" to help spread this story of faith and provision. * A devotional on finding gladness in the day the Lord has made, even when our plans fail. * Scripture from Psalm 118 and Romans 10. **Scripture References:** * Psalm 118:24 * Romans 10:13 **Connect with Joe Consford:** * **Website:** [consfords.com](https://consfords.com) * **Source Blog Post:** [Stranded on an Ice-Pan: The Dogs That Saved a Missionary](https://consfords.com/missionary-book-launch-crew/) Thank you for your prayers and support of our ministry! Episode Timestamps: 0:18 Ministry Update | 3:27 Transition | 3:41 Devotional | 6:53 Closing

    The Missionary Doctor, His Dogs, and Trusting God

  3. Jul 9

    May 2026: Graduations, Detours, and God's Faithfulness

    Join Joe Consford for this Missionary Moment as he reflects on May 2026. This month brought a full schedule of ministry, family milestones, and unexpected challenges. From graduations and joyful family surprises to navigating difficult roads and dealing with truck breakdowns, Joe shares how God's faithfulness was evident in every situation. Discover how we can find strength and direction in the Lord, no matter what curveballs life throws our way. Learn more about the Consford family and their ministry in Ghana, West Africa, at consfords.com. ### Timestamps: * 0:15 - Ministry Update * 3:30 - Transition * 3:45 - Devotional * 7:45 - Closing ### Scripture References: * Philippians 4:19 * Psalm 118:24 ### Source: * May 2026 Prayer Letter: https://consfords.com/consford... Episode Timestamps: 0:18 Ministry Update | 3:09 Transition | 3:24 Devotional | 6:26 Closing

    May 2026: Graduations, Detours, and God's Faithfulness

  4. Jul 2

    The Ice Cream Man Who Stayed

    This week on Missionary Moments, Joe Consford shares a powerful story about an ice cream man named Larry Marquis whose simple persistence and kindness led to a life being changed. Joe recounts how Larry, a pastor who supported his ministry by driving an ice cream truck, consistently showed up for a man who had grown bitter towards the church. Even when faced with a shotgun, Larry's unwavering dedication to showing God's love eventually broke through years of resentment, leading to a miraculous salvation. Join Joe as he reflects on the spiritual lesson of steadfastness in ministry and how God uses ordinary people who simply keep showing up. [Read the full blog post: The Ice Cream Man Who Stayed](https://consfords.com/the-ice-... Timestamps: * 0:15 - Ministry Update * 3:30 - Transition * 3:45 - Devotional * 7:45 - Closing Episode Timestamps: 0:18 Ministry Update | 3:22 Transition | 3:36 Devotional | 7:14 Closing

    The Ice Cream Man Who Stayed

  5. Jul 2

    The Brakes Knew What They Were Doing

    Join missionary Joe Consford as he shares a recent adventure involving smoking brakes, a search for coffee, and unexpected vehicle issues during deputation. Learn how God uses everyday challenges and subtle warnings to get our attention and prepare us for His purposes. In this episode: - Missionary life on the road and unexpected vehicle troubles. - Learning to heed God's warnings in both big and small matters. - Finding peace and building faith through challenges. Scripture References: - Proverbs 28:14 - Philippians 4:6-7 Visit Consfords.com/connect to learn more about the Consford family ministry and how you can pray for them. Timestamps: - 0:15 - Ministry Update: Atlanta Traffic, Brakes, and Unexpected Repairs - 3:30 - Transition Music - 3:45 - Devotional: Heeding God's Warnings - 7:45 - Closing Prayer and Ministry Connection Source Post: https://consfords.com/the-brakes-knew-what-they-were-doing/

    The Brakes Knew What They Were Doing

  6. Jun 25

    A Good Evening at Camp With Brother Doug Cassel

    This episode of Missionary Moments features an update from Joe Consford's son, Danny, during his medical missions trip to the Philippines. Discover how Ley-Sam Baptist Church is hosting a vibrant youth camp and hear about the impactful ministry of Brother Doug Cassel from Bethel Baptist Church in Indiana. Joe reflects on the consistent faithfulness of a missions-hearted church and its worldwide reach for the Gospel. Scripture Reference: Romans 10:14 Read the original blog post: [A Good Evening at Camp With Bro. Doug Cassel](https://consfords.com/a-good-evening-at-camp-with-bro-doug-cassel/) **Timestamps:** * 0:15 - Ministry Update * 3:30 - Transition * 3:45 - Devotional * 7:45 - Closing

    A Good Evening at Camp With Brother Doug Cassel

  7. Jun 25

    Graduations, Good Churches, and a Kid Who Won't Slow Down

    Join Missionary Joe Consford as he shares updates from home and deputation travels, including family graduations and visits to several supportive churches. This episode highlights the dedication of his son Danny, who graduated with honors while working long hours and now embarks on a medical-missions trip to the Philippines. Joe also reflects on the importance of faithfulness in all aspects of serving the Lord. **Scripture References:** * Matthew 28:19 * Romans 10:14 **Learn more about the Consfords:** [https://consfords.com](https://consfords.com) **Timestamps:** * 0:15 Ministry Update * 3:30 Transition * 3:45 Devotional * 7:45 Closing Source: https://consfords.com/graduations-good-churches-and-a-kid-who-wont-slow-down/

    Graduations, Good Churches, and a Kid Who Won't Slow Down

  8. Feb 11

    Psalm Day 19 | What to do When You Think God Has Given Up on You | Joe Consford

    What do you do when God was faithful before… but heaven feels silent now? Psalm 85-89 walks straight through that tension—and it doesn’t rush the answer. Stay with me. 🎶 (Pre-Recorded Intro) 🎧 Episode Intro Welcome back to The Morning Meditation Podcast. I’m Joe Consford. Today is Psalm Day 19 in our 30-day schedule, and we’ll be reading Psalms 85 through 89. These psalms don’t all sit in the same emotional place. Some remember revival. Some plead for mercy. Some wrestle with promises that feel delayed. Tomorrow, we’ll read Revelation 19, where every promise finally stands fulfilled. But today reminds us what it feels like to live between the promise and the victory. Let’s read. 📖 Scripture Reading (KJV) Psalm 85 (KJV text in paragraph form) Psalm 86 (KJV text in paragraph form) Psalm 87 (KJV text in paragraph form) Psalm 88 (KJV text in paragraph form) Psalm 89 (KJV text in paragraph form) (As usual, this section stays clean—no commentary, no headings spoken—just Scripture.) 🕯️ Story / Meditation Psalm Day 19 feels like a conversation God allows His people to have out loud. Psalm 85 remembers mercy already given. Psalm 86 pleads for help right now. Psalm 87 lifts our eyes to what God is building. Psalm 88 is brutally honest—dark, unresolved, and painful. Psalm 89 circles back to the covenant and asks the hard question: If God promised, why does it hurt like this? That matters. Because faith isn’t pretending the night doesn’t exist. Faith is trusting God inside the night. Psalm 88 ends without a neat bow. Psalm 89 ends clinging to God’s word even when circumstances argue back. And that’s why tomorrow matters. Revelation 19 doesn’t cancel the pain of Psalm 88— it answers it. 🧭 Three-Point Reflection 1. Remember what God has already done Psalm 85 doesn’t start with fear—it starts with memory. God’s past faithfulness is fuel for present faith. 2. Speak honestly when the darkness lingers Psalm 88 teaches us that silence isn’t required for reverence. God can handle truthful prayers. 3. Hold the promise even when fulfillment feels delayed Psalm 89 anchors everything to God’s covenant. Circumstances change—but God’s word does not. 🔚 Episode Outro (Tomorrow Tease) Today was Psalm Day 19—Psalms 85 through 89. Songs of memory, struggle, honesty, and hope. Tomorrow, we read Revelation 19, where the waiting ends, the King appears, and every promise stands fully fulfilled. If today showed us what faith feels like in the tension, tomorrow shows us why the tension was worth it. I’ll see you tomorrow.

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Each weekday I read a portion of scripture, tell a story and reflect on what we read. Just a few quiet minutes to start the day!

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  • Creator
    Joe Consford
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    401
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright Joe Consford
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    The Morning Meditation