Cultivate Connection - Christ Centred Meditation

We're excited to present week #5 of our eight week series on John 15, where we're seeking to discover what it looks like to abide in Jesus. If you missed any of the previous meditations, I've placed links to them at the end of this email. This week we're in John 15 12-15 (TPT) where Jesus so beautifully describes our relationship to him, from his point of view. Take comfort in knowing we are not servants, but friends. Week 1 - Pruning Week 2 - Life-Union Week 3 - Powerfully Within You Week 4 - Nourished & Empowered By Love

Where does your heart need nourishing today? We're excited to present week #4 of our eight week series on John 15, where we're seeking to discover what it looks like to abide in Jesus. If you missed any of the previous meditations, I've placed links to them at the end of this email. This week we're in John 15 8-11 (TPT). Jesus provides the secret to experience God's overflowing gladness. When we live in His love, allowing Him to continually nourish our hearts, our lives bear abundant fruit. Blessing you experience the fullness of all God has for you in life!  Week 1 - Pruning Week 2 - Life-Union Week 3 - Powerfully Within You

Here's #3 of our eight week series on John 15, where we're seeking to discover what it looks like to abide in Jesus. If you missed the first two, I've placed links to them at the end of this email. This week we're in John 15 5-7 (TPT). As we come to understand how God is our source who lives within us, we discover how abundant and fruitful our lives can be. God wants to bring healing and fruitfulness into your life. Do you dare to ask Him for your desires to be fulfilled? Week 1 - Pruning Week 2 - Life-Union

Here's #2 of our eight week series on John 15, where we're seeking to discover what it looks like to abide in Jesus. If you missed the first one, I've placed a link to it at the end of this email. This week we're in John 15 3-4 (TPT). Another term for abide is to "remain" or "life union." If you feel you've been cut off from the vine, have hope! Jesus is inviting you into a union for life with Him. Week 1 - Pruning

Hi there, I'm so glad you're here! This is the first of our eight week series on John 15, where we're seeking to discover what it looks like to abide in Christ Jesus. Today is your day to be filled with hope as the Faithful Farmer comes and prunes. You will bear much fruit as He brings about a great harvest in your life. This first session focuses on John 15 1-2 (TPT).

It's time to let go of accusations and begin accepting who God says you are. When you see yourself in a photograph what do you think? A masterpiece? Because that is what God calls you. In a first ever for Cultivate Connection, we'd like to share a video with you. It's a powerful and compelling story of how we see ourselves and we hope it ministers to you. Enjoy Dove Real Beauty Sketches | You’re more beautiful than you think This week's meditation comes out of Ephesians 2:20, read from three different versions; NASB TPT NLT.

Here's the fourth and final of our four part series inspired by the 4-elements. Get ready to be ignited as we explore the element of fire. Our scripture this week is Luke 3:16 (TPT) John told the people he could only baptize with water, but Jesus will come and baptize into the spirit of holiness; into His raging fire. We bless you this week to receive and experience His raging fire over your life. To be filled to overflowing and to ignite all those around you.

In our third of a four part series inspired by the 4-elements we're going to FLOW, exploring the element of water. How is it the Holy Spirit wants to flow in and through you?  Who are the people He has called you to love?  What are the passions He has put on your heart?  Have you disqualified yourself for some reason? Our scripture this week is John 7:37-38 (TPT)

I'm really excited for our second of a four part series inspired by the 4-elements. We explore the element of air this week and its connection to our breath. The Holy Spirit breathes the breath of life into us, causing life and awakening. It is the spirit of God, and the power of God that establishes our freedom, something we can’t do on our own. The following verses are referenced in this weeks meditation: Gen 2:7 (NASB) - God breathes into Adam John 20:22 (TPT) - Jesus breathes on the disciples and says receive the Holy Spirit Romans 8:2 (VOICE) - The law of the spirit of life breathes into you and liberates you from the law of sin and death

Psalm 1:1-3 (TPT) describes the life God wants us to experience. Being deeply rooted, unshakeable, and bearing fruit in every season of our lives. Our Father in Heaven never promises things which are unattainable. That would be wicked and cruel; two attributes that couldn't be further from the truth of who God is. Ground yourself into the truth that God delights those who pursue Him. His ways lead to refreshment, prosperity, blessing, and bliss. He is the perfect father and you are His beloved child.

We often read of Jesus in our Bibles, but have you ever stopped to consider this? Jesus has a spirit, soul, and body just like me and you. In John 1:9-14 (TPT) we read how Jesus was conceived by the spirit, rejected by those he loved, and glorified in splendor by his father. Heartache is not foreign to him; bodily pain is something he's borne more than most; connection with his father is perfection. Who not better to look to for wisdom and guidance when it comes to understanding our own spirit, soul, and body? Jesus knows what it feels like, trust me. What advice does He have to lend when you take a moment to ask Him?

Thanks for carving out space to sit and connect. I am humbled each and every week by the number of people who use this little podcast as a way to draw closer to God. As we meditate on Acts 3:1-9 (TPT) this week, I want you to reflect on your expectations. What do you expect of yourself? What do you expect of God? What does the word "expectation" even mean to you? We all have expectations. This week is your opportunity to bring yours into alignment with the power of Jesus.

God often does things that seem backward to us. Last being first, rich being poor, etc. One of the ways He flips our wisdom on its head is through abundance and overflow coming from a place of rest. We're often taught that hard work and persistence is what really gets results, but not with God. In true form He shows us how our thinking is backwards. Where is it you need to find rest? Allow His love to fill that space and watch what He does. Ephesians 3:17 (TPT) is our scripture for this week. 

What if I told you there are unlimited riches and favor residing within you? Would you believe me?  Here's the beginning of our new series for the next four weeks. Ephesians 3:14-16 (TPT) is the first scripture we'll be meditating on.  I pray this series deepens your relationship with God in ways you haven't yet experienced.

Here it is! The last week of our seven week meditation through Psalms 107 (TPT), verses 38-43. We're so happy you've joined us over these last seven weeks. If you're just joining in, be sure to check out the links at the end of this email for the previous meditations of this series. Just as most of us do not understand the intricacies of the digestive system, it does not make food any less nourishing to us. While we may not understand every hidden secret in God's word, it still provides rich nourishment to us. So be nourished today, and everyday as you meditate on scripture. I pray God's word saturates your heart with His great love and mercy. As you allow His word to wash over you, pay attention to what He wants to speak to you specifically in this place.

Welcome to week six of our seven week meditation through Psalms 107:33-38 (TPT). God can dry up a raging river just as easily as He can create an oasis in a barren desert. He can make the fruitful barren and the barren fruitful, for He is God and His ways are perfect. When you take time to meditate this week, which of these images resonate with you more? Barrenness or fruitfulness? What is it He wants to say to you in this place? If you're just joining us and have not yet listened to weeks 1-5, here are the links to them. Week 1: Better Than You Can Imagine Week 2: He Satisfies the Soul Week 3: His Light Breaks Through the Darkness Week 4: What Do You Believe? Week 5: God Stilled the Storm

Welcome to week five of our seven week meditation through Psalm 107:23-32 (TPT). How great and wonderful is our God! No matter the storms, He is there to hear our cries. How does He respond? Jesus speaks to the storm and it bows down in humble obedience.  What storms are brewing in your life right now? Come and ask Jesus to quiet them on your behalf.

Welcome to week four of our seven week meditation through Psalm 107:17-22 (TPT). No matter where you are and no matter what you're going through, there is God and He has feelings towards you. What do you believe about the way He feels for you? Do you believe He's angry with you? How about displeased by you? Do you believe He loves you and will pursue you to the ends of the earth? Take a journey and find out. You might just be pleasantly surprised. Blessings, Amy P.S. If you're just joining us and have not yet listened to weeks 1-3, here are the links to them. You can also find them on iTunes. Week 1: Better Than You Can Imagine Week 2: He Satisfies the Soul Week 3: His Light Breaks Through the Darkness

Do you feel as though you're stumbling through life? I wonder if you believe God is just sitting there, watching you trudge through your own pain and suffering. In a last ditch effort maybe you cry out, "Lord, rescue me!" Rejoice and take courage! His love for you smashes every prison door and breaks every single chain of captivity. For His light breaks though even the deepest darkest places in your life.  Welcome to week three of our seven week meditation through Psalm 107:10-16 (TPT).

Welcome to week two of our seven week meditation through Psalm 107 (TPT). As you listen to verses 4-9, pay attention to the truths Jesus wants to sow into your heart. What does He want to give you to take away from this meditation? What does He have that satisfies your soul? P.S. I want to share a comment Tamika Lanzon left on the Facebook page. I am immensely humbled and encouraged each time I see how God is meeting the listeners of this podcast. This is why I love doing this! "I listened to this podcast this morning and had tears streaming down my face. I am so grateful to you for your awesome intentions and for giving me opportunity to be with God in this beautiful way - I feel so much peace and calm since discovering your podcasts around Mid October 2017. I have had some magical revelations through the guided meditations and needed an opportunity to thank you AMY Chapoton - you are truly beautiful - God Bless you xox" -Tamika Lanzon