Harkening Deer
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390 episodes
380: More Than Enough (Bible Meditation for Inadequacy)
Feelings of inadequacy can quietly convince us that we aren't capable, worthy, or enough. Yet Scripture tells a different story. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll reflect on our identity as God's workmanship and discover that our sufficien...
379: Strength for the Powerless (Bible Meditation for Helplessness)
There are seasons when our strength simply isn't enough. Whether we feel overwhelmed by circumstances, exhausted by suffering, or uncertain about the road ahead, God meets us with renewed strength and unwavering hope. In this guided Bible medit...
378: Never Forsaken (Bible Meditation for Loneliness)
Loneliness can touch us even in a crowded room, leaving us longing to be seen, known, and understood. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll reflect on God's faithful promise to never leave or forsake us and discover the comfort of a presence t...
377: Freedom for the Captive Soul (Bible Meditation for Substance Abuse)
The search for relief can sometimes lead us toward habits or substances that promise comfort but ultimately leave us feeling more trapped than before. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll reflect on the freedom that God offers—a freedom that ...
376: Radiant and Unashamed (Bible Meditation for Shame)
Shame has a way of convincing us to hide—from others, from ourselves, and even from God. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll reflect on the transforming power of God's grace, discovering that we are invited to step out of shame and into forg...
375: Joy Comes in the Morning (Bible Meditation for Sadness)
Sadness is a natural part of being human. Whether it arises from disappointment, loss, or the weight of life's circumstances, it reminds us how deeply we were created to love and to hope. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll reflect on God's ...
374: Slow to Anger, Steady in Love (Bible Meditation for Anger)
Anger is a powerful emotion that often points to deeper hurts, unmet needs, or a longing for justice. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll reflect on God's invitation to respond with patience, gentleness, and wisdom, even in the midst of stro...
373: A Heart at Peace (Bible Meditation for Envy)
Comparison has a way of stealing our joy, drawing our attention away from the gifts God has already placed in our lives. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll reflect on the beauty of contentment, gratitude, and finding our deepest satisfactio...
372: Captive Thoughts, Liberated Heart (Bible Meditation for OCD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can leave us caught in cycles of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors that feel exhausting and difficult to escape. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll reflect on God's invitation to renew our minds...
371: Under the Shelter of God's Wings (Bible Meditation for PTSD)
The effects of trauma can linger long after the original event has passed, leaving us feeling fearful, guarded, or overwhelmed. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll reflect on God's invitation to find refuge, safety, and comfort beneath the s...
370: The Comforting One Draws Near (Bible Meditation for Grief)
Grief is the natural response to loss, and it often arrives carrying waves of sadness, longing, and heartache. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll reflect on God's promise to draw near to the brokenhearted and bring comfort to those who mour...
369: When Panic Rises Like Fire (Bible Meditation for Panic)
Panic can arrive suddenly, flooding the mind and body with fear, urgency, and distress. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll reflect on God's steady presence in the midst of overwhelming emotions and learn to anchor ourselves in divine peace....
368: Trust For Today (Bible Meditation for Worry)
Worry often pulls us away from the present moment and into imagined futures filled with uncertainty. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll explore how trust in God can quiet anxious thoughts and help us find peace in today.Through Scrip...
367: Peace Beyond Understanding (Bible Meditation for Anxiety)
Anxiety can fill the mind with worry, uncertainty, and fear about what lies ahead. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll reflect on God's invitation to release our anxieties through prayer and receive a peace that surpasses understanding.<...
366: Higher Than The Floodwaters (Bible Meditation for Overwhelm)
When life feels like too much to carry, overwhelm can leave us exhausted, discouraged, and unsure where to turn. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll reflect on God's promise to be with us in the deep waters and to lead us to a place of stren...
365: Rest for the Weary Mind (Bible Meditation for Stress)
Stress can leave us feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and disconnected from peace. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll reflect on Yeshua's invitation to lay down our burdens and receive the rest that only God can provide.Together, we'll...
364: Beauty From The Ashes (Bible Meditation for Depression)
Depression can make hope feel distant and joy feel impossible to reach. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll reflect on God's promise to draw near to the brokenhearted, renew our strength, and bring beauty from the ashes.Through Script...
363: When Fear Breaks In (Bible Meditation for Fear)
Fear can leave us feeling trapped, uncertain, and alone. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll explore how God's presence brings courage, comfort, and strength even in life's darkest valleys.Together, we'll reflect on powerful Scripture...
361: Strong Winds, Strong Trees: A Meditation on Psalm 1
Strong trees grow under lots of wind.In this meditation inspired by Psalm 1, we reflect on the image of a tree planted beside living water. Through gentle breathing and contemplative reflection, you are invited to imagine your roots grow...
362: Love is More Dangerous
Love didn’t raise a weapon… And yet—it was seen as the greatest threat.In this special Easter meditation on Mark 15:6–11, we reflect on the moment the crowd chose Barabbas—a man of violent insurrection—over Yeshua, whose w...
A Prayer for Tumbler Ridge
This prayer was recorded in response to the tragedy in Tumbler Ridge, BC, and is offered for anyone walking through shock, loss, or collective grief.This meditation/prayer was created in response to a real-world tragedy. No graphic detai...
359: Join The Rebellion
Today’s meditation reflects on stillness as rebellion—how choosing to slow down and be still can become a counter-cultural act of resistance and renewal.Christian Meditation content & resources:
358: Love Your Neighbour (NYE version)
Today’s meditation is on the 5 simple words: Love Your Neighbour As Yourself. It is my hope & my prayer that this year we all set the intention to live by this words.Well, my friends, we’ve got some pretty exciting things planned for...
A Christmas Story: The Light Who Came Near
In this Christmas special from Harkening Deer, we listen again to the ancient story of the Light who came into the world. Drawing from the Gospels of Matthew, Luke, and John, and paraphrased in the spirit of the First Nations Versi...
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Light of Advent, Week Four: Love
In the final week of Advent, we rest in the profound Love that draws near — Love that enters our world, dwells among us, and will one day restore all creation. This meditation offers a tender, grounding space to breathe, soften, and receive the...
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