Let Us Pray

Most of us want to love people well. But somewhere between the busyness and our own blind spots, we end up passing them by instead. In this episode, we look at Luke 19, where Jesus did the opposite. He stopped, looked up, and saw people as worthy of care. Then we’ll pray for eyes to see the people God has placed in our path. Scriptures referenced: Luke 19:1-10 For more resources to help you in your walk with God, visit intouch.org or subscribe to the free In Touch devotional at intouch.org/subscribe.

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Most of us think of patience as something we lack. But what if we were never supposed to manufacture it on our own? In this episode, we reflect on the unhurried, steady way God is present with us—and how that truth changes everything, including how we treat others. We'll turn to Scripture and then pray together for the patience we can't produce by ourselves and for the peace that comes from knowing the Lord is not in a hurry. Scriptures referenced: John 15:5; Colossians 3:12 For more resources to help you in your walk with God, visit intouch.org or subscribe to the free In Touch devotional at intouch.org/subscribe.

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God sees all the doubts, the regrets, the longings we're not sure we're allowed to have. His response? Love. In this episode, we discover what it means to be fully known by God—and why that kind of intimacy is the beginning of rest. We'll read Scripture together and then pray for rest in His all-knowing presence. Scriptures referenced: Psalm 139:1-5; Psalm 103:12 For more resources to help you in your walk with God, visit intouch.org or subscribe to the free In Touch devotional at intouch.org/subscribe.

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The world is loud right now. But what if the anger we keep encountering—in others and in ourselves—isn't actually the whole story? In this episode, we look at Matthew 9, where Jesus is met by a demanding, exhausting crowd—yet He sees something else entirely. Then we'll pray together for the ability to hear the hurt underneath the noise. Scriptures referenced: Matthew 9:36 For more resources to help you in your walk with God, visit intouch.org or subscribe to the free In Touch devotional at intouch.org/subscribe.

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We live in a noisy world—and have an even noisier mind. So how do we hear God in the middle of it all? In this episode, we take a look at the voices and influences competing for our attention and how to pause and turn toward the Lord. We'll look to Scripture together and then pray for clarity and for confidence in the God who gives wisdom generously. Scriptures referenced: Isaiah 30:21; John 10:27 NIV; James 1:5 For more resources to help you in your walk with God, visit intouch.org or subscribe to the free In Touch devotional at intouch.org/subscribe.

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When suffering won't let up, hope can feel like setting ourselves up for more disappointment. But what if hope isn’t as risky as it feels? In this episode, we turn to Psalm 146 and discover an unfailing hope—in a God who is already at work in every place where there is suffering. Then we’ll pray together for hope that is sturdier than wishful thinking. Scriptures referenced: Psalm 146:5-9 For more resources to help you in your walk with God, visit intouch.org or subscribe to the free In Touch devotional at intouch.org/subscribe.

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In today's world, gentleness is often mistaken for weakness. But what if it's one of the most powerful things we can offer to those around us? In this episode, we look at Isaiah 40 and John 8 to discover just how tender, careful, and unhurried the Lord really is—and what radical gentleness can do in our own lives and in the lives of others. Then we’ll pray together for the art of gentleness to flourish in a world that rarely models it. Scriptures referenced: Isaiah 40:11 NLT; John 8:1-11 For more resources to help you in your walk with God, visit intouch.org or subscribe to the free In Touch devotional at intouch.org/subscribe.

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Most of us have faced a problem so beyond our ability to fix that somewhere beneath it lies a question we're almost afraid to ask: Will God come through? In this episode, we explore those moments when we're not sure we'll like the Lord’s answer. Drawing from John 11, we look at two sisters, Mary and Martha, who loved Jesus and were devastated when He didn't show up the way they hoped. Then we’ll pray together for the courage to bring our requests to God and for the trust to receive whatever He gives. Scriptures referenced: John 11:21, 32 For more resources to help you in your walk with God, visit intouch.org or subscribe to the free In Touch devotional at intouch.org/subscribe.

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There's a difference between knowing God is real and actually living in the awareness of His presence. And if we're honest, most of our hours are spent in that gap. In this episode, we explore how the whole story of Scripture is about the Lord closing that gap through Immanuel, who is God with us. We'll reflect on Scripture and then pray together for awareness of the Lord in everyday moments. Scriptures referenced: Matthew 28:20; 1 Corinthians 10:31 For more resources to help you in your walk with God, visit intouch.org or subscribe to the free In Touch devotional at intouch.org/subscribe.

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If you've ever felt bone-tired, worn down, and like you just can't keep going, you're not alone. In the final episode of volume one, we explore what it means to bring our exhaustion to God. He doesn't condemn our exhaustion—He invites us to bring it to Him. We'll reflect on Scripture together and then pray for God to revive us and show us His tender care. Scriptures referenced: Matthew 11:28 For more resources to help you in your walk with God, visit intouch.org or subscribe to the free In Touch devotional at www.intouch.org/subscribe.

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It can be really hard to stay in relationship with people who see things differently than we do. In this episode, we explore what it means to pursue peace with others. The truth is, we don't create unity—we confess it. It already exists because we belong to the same Lord.

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When you're facing something that feels impossible, the instinct is often to hide—to pull back and avoid it altogether. In this episode, we explore what it means to take one small step of trust. Because God isn't asking us to solve it all today.

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If you've ever been deeply hurt by someone, you know this struggle of wondering, "How do I treat them now?" In this episode, we explore what forgiveness actually means—because "forgive and forget" doesn't really work.

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Do you know what it feels like to try really, really hard? To make sure you're praying enough, serving enough, growing fast enough? In this episode, we explore what it means to bring all that striving to God.

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When life is hard and someone tells us to "look on the bright side," sometimes we want to roll our eyes. Being grateful when you're struggling feels impossible. In this episode, we explore what it means to give thanks in all circumstances—not for them.

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Do you ever find yourself asking God that question? Perhaps in the past, or maybe even today. In this episode, we explore what it means to wonder where God is—in the middle of heartache, during uncertainty, or even in the ordinary grind when He feels distant.

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We live in a world that moves fast, and when we can't speed things up, we struggle. In this episode, we explore what it means to wait. Patience isn't something we grit our teeth through—it's something we allow to shape us and make us more like Christ.

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The apostle John wrote three words that stop us in our tracks: "God is love." Not "God loves us" (though He does). But God IS love. In this episode, we explore one of the simplest yet most profound statements in Scripture. But the reality is we'll never fully understand His love—and that's okay.

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There are days when following Jesus doesn't come naturally. Days when His way seems just a little too narrow or maybe even strange. In this episode, we explore what it means to be honest with God about that struggle. The apostle Paul felt it too, but he teaches us that God can work with whatever state we're in.

We'll reflect on Scripture together and then pray for God to open our eyes to His fullness, even when our hearts aren't quite there.

Scriptures referenced: Romans 7:18, 24-25; Psalm 119:97

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We live in a world where everyone seems to be yelling, where it's easy to lock into our positions and refuse to budge. In this episode, we explore what it means to be known differently—as people with measured responses who remain truly open to God and others. Jesus said, "Blessed are the peacemakers." Not peacekeepers who avoid conflict, but people who actively pursue peace.

We'll reflect on Scripture together and then pray to be people marked by gentleness, wisdom, and peace that flows from God.

Scriptures referenced: Matthew 5:9

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