Need a moment to slow down and hear from God amid the noise? Many of us are exhausted by the cacophony and chaos of the modern digital age, where peace is scarc...
A chaotic world often drowns out the peace we seek. But in this meditation, there’s an invitation to step back, breathe, and experience God's steady love.Host Jay Kim revisits a conversation with Kristel Acevedo from season one, where they explored living fully in God's presence. Acevedo shared how the constant input from social media, news, and daily anxieties can overwhelm and paralyze us. Kim encourages listeners to slow down, take deep breaths, and tune into God’s loving voice, which speaks peace over performance.Let this meditation guide you towards stillness, where God's loving voice can speak peace into your day. Take a few deep breaths and experience His presence now.Links from this episode:Listen to the original conversation, Examining the Freedom of Being in God's Presence with Kristel AcevedoWatch the original conversation on YouTubeRead this episode’s transcript here Learn more about The Digital Examen, and stay tuned for season two coming in January 2025!Learn more about your host, Jay Y. KimRead Analog Church and Analog Christian by Jay Y. KimEpisode Credits✅ Special offer: Visit ivpress.com and use the code IVPOD25 for 25% off any IVP resource mentioned in this episode.✅ Consulting Producer: Helen Lee✅ Producers: Christine Pelliccio Melo and Travis Albritton✅ Production Assistant: Jack Reece✅ Sound Engineering: Honest Podcasts✅ Social Media Managers: Allie Noble and Makayla Payne✅ Podcast Art: Kate Lillard and Elsbette San Blas✅ Theme Song: "For They Will Inherit the Earth" by Stephen KeechDisclaimer: The comments, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and/or the guests featured on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of InterVarsity Press or InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.
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Meditating on Scripture as a Window
Scripture invites us to personally perceive God's voice and employ his truth as a lens through which we view the world. In this meditation, host Jay Kim reflects on his conversation with Tim Mackie of The Bible Project. The discussion centers around seeing the Bible not just as an object of study but as a living text that shapes how we experience the world. Jay recounts how his understanding of Scripture grew from mere study to a dynamic encounter with God’s voice. Take a moment today to see the world through the window of Scripture. Tune in and let this meditation inspire a deeper encounter with God’s word.Links from this episode:Listen to the original conversation, Examining the Bible as a Lens to See Our Lives with Tim Mackie MoreWatch the original conversation on YouTubeRead this episode’s transcript here Learn more about The Digital Examen, and stay tuned for season two coming in January 2025!Learn more about your host, Jay Y. KimRead Analog Church and Analog Christian by Jay Y. KimEpisode Credits✅ Special offer: Visit ivpress.com and use the code IVPOD25 for 25% off any IVP resource mentioned in this episode.✅ Consulting Producer: Helen Lee✅ Producers: Christine Pelliccio Melo and Travis Albritton✅ Production Assistant: Jack Reece✅ Sound Engineering: Honest Podcasts✅ Social Media Managers: Allie Noble and Makayla Payne✅ Podcast Art: Kate Lillard and Elsbette San Blas✅ Theme Song: "For They Will Inherit the Earth" by Stephen KeechDisclaimer: The comments, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and/or the guests featured on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of InterVarsity Press or InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.
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Meditating on Mundane God Moments
The pace of modern life often drowns out the subtle, sacred moments we could share with God every day.In this meditation episode, Jay Kim revisits a profound conversation with Sarah Cowan Johnson. Johnson spoke on the often-overlooked God moments amidst our daily routines and the challenges of guiding children spiritually in a digital world. Kim invites listeners to engage in thoughtful reflection and provides practical steps for cultivating a continuous awareness of God's presence. Rediscover the sacred in the mundane by tuning into this enlightening episode.Links from this episode:Listen to the original conversation, Examining the Challenge of Discipling Kids in a Digital Age with Sarah Cowan JohnsonWatch the original conversation on YouTubeRead this episode’s transcript hereLearn more about The Digital Examen, and stay tuned for season two coming in January 2025!Learn more about your host, Jay Y. KimRead Analog Church and Analog Christian by Jay Y. KimEpisode Credits✅ Special offer: Visit ivpress.com and use the code IVPOD25 for 25% off any IVP resource mentioned in this episode.✅ Consulting Producer: Helen Lee✅ Producers: Christine Pelliccio Melo and Travis Albritton✅ Production Assistant: Jack Reece✅ Sound Engineering: Honest Podcasts✅ Social Media Managers: Allie Noble and Makayla Payne✅ Podcast Art: Kate Lillard and Elsbette San Blas✅ Theme Song: "For They Will Inherit the Earth" by Stephen KeechDisclaimer: The comments, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and/or the guests featured on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of InterVarsity Press or InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.
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Meditating on a Life of Love
The essence of love shapes the human experience in profound ways. This episode invites you to pause and reflect on how a life rooted in love transforms our daily actions and interactions.Host Jay Kim reflects on a profound conversation from season one with Rich Villodas. Villodas is renowned for his insights on the spiritual journey towards Christlikeness. Kim delves into how sin obstructs access to God's love and how modern churches often misinterpret the essence of righteous living. Instead of focusing on what not to do, this episode invites listeners to embrace a life characterized by self-giving, sacrificial love. Tune in and be inspired to pursue a life centered on genuine love.Links from this episode:Listen to the original conversation, Examining God’s Radical Availability with Rich VillodasWatch the original conversation on YouTubeRead this episode’s transcript here Learn more about The Digital Examen, and stay tuned for season two coming in January 2025!Learn more about your host, Jay Y. KimRead Analog Church and Analog Christian by Jay Y. KimEpisode Credits✅ Special offer: Visit ivpress.com and use the code IVPOD25 for 25% off any IVP resource mentioned in this episode.✅ Consulting Producer: Helen Lee✅ Producers: Christine Pelliccio Melo and Travis Albritton✅ Production Assistant: Jack Reece✅ Sound Engineering: Honest Podcasts✅ Social Media Managers: Allie Noble and Makayla Payne✅ Podcast Art: Kate Lillard and Elsbette San Blas✅ Theme Song: "For They Will Inherit the Earth" by Stephen KeechDisclaimer: The comments, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and/or the guests featured on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of InterVarsity Press or InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.
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Meditating on The Peace That is Already Yours
The pursuit of peace often feels elusive in our fast-paced world. Many view peace as a fleeting emotion, a rare moment of calm amidst chaos. However, today's meditation reveals a profound truth: the peace we seek is already within us, waiting to be embracedIn this episode, host Jay Kim revisits a conversation with Regina Trammel, who shared her thoughts on living with embodied peace. Trammel spoke about how peace often feels elusive in modern culture, yet it’s more than a temporary emotion—it's a lifestyle. She emphasized that for followers of Jesus, peace isn't something to be pursued; it is already a reality in Christ. Take a moment to meditate and feel the peace of God that's within you.Links from this episode:Listen to the original conversation, Examining Embodied Peace Through Christian Mindfulness with Regina TrammelWatch the original conversation on YouTubeRead this episode’s transcript here Learn more about The Digital Examen, and stay tuned for season two coming in January 2025!Learn more about your host, Jay Y. KimRead Analog Church and Analog Christian by Jay Y. KimEpisode Credits✅ Special offer: Visit ivpress.com and use the code IVPOD25 for 25% off any IVP resource mentioned in this episode.✅ Consulting Producer: Helen Lee✅ Producers: Christine Pelliccio Melo and Travis Albritton✅ Production Assistant: Jack Reece✅ Sound Engineering: Honest Podcasts✅ Social Media Managers: Allie Noble and Makayla Payne✅ Podcast Art: Kate Lillard and Elsbette San Blas✅ Theme Song: "For They Will Inherit the Earth" by Stephen KeechDisclaimer: The comments, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and/or the guests featured on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of InterVarsity Press or InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.
Need a moment to slow down and hear from God amid the noise? Many of us are exhausted by the cacophony and chaos of the modern digital age, where peace is scarce and self-reflection is infrequent. In Meditations from The Digital Examen, a podcast from IVP, author and pastor Jay Y. Kim recalls reflective questions inspired by his conversations with a variety of leaders, pastors, and scholars who are working to reorient their lives in the direction of listening. Through slow yet focused meditative moments, Jay helps listeners pause and tune their hearts and minds to hear the voice of God in all its clarity, kindness, and strength.
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