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Meditations

Meditations is a podcast designed to help you engage the Christian scriptures in a contemplative manner by slowly and imaginatively praying through and reflecting on various biblical passages.

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00:10:02

Praying the Psalms - Psalm 43

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2025/10/31

Episode 33 of Season 4 is a meditation on Psalm 43 where the psalmist beseeches God for protection and vindication, and then stirs up his soul by way of reminder that God is our salvation.Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Necessary (instrumental) by Matt Wertz- Noch by Tony Anderson- Nautilus by Jordan Critz

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00:11:10

Blessed to Be a Blessing

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2025/08/29

Episode 32 of Season 4 is a prayerful reflection on Genesis 12:1-4a where Abram is famously called out of his native land to embark on a faith-filled journey with a God who covenants Himself to Abram's lineage.Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment.Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Moon (feat. Christopher Dennis Coleman) by Wil Pearce- Motion by Roary- Movement by Adrian Disch- Moving in Circles by Async Ross

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00:06:51

The Serenity Prayer

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2025/08/22

Episode 31 is a prayerful reflection on The Serenity Prayer - a beautiful release of that which we cannot control, the embrace of that which we can, and the discernment to know the difference. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Moonrise by Adrian Disch - Nenna (feat. Celicia Soldream) by Jo Blankenburg- Moonlit Waltz by Katharine Petkovski

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00:11:43

Wisdom from Above

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2025/08/15

Episode 30 of Season 4 is a prayerful reflection on James 3:13-18, where James contrasts "earthly wisdom," which is marked by selfishness, and wisdom from above, characterized by the fruit of the Spirit. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Mesa by Voyageur- Missing Earth by Adrian Disch- Moment by Moment by Phillip Cuccias- Monomyth by Jo Blankenburg

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00:06:33

Praying the Psalms - Psalm 70

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2025/06/06

Episode 29 of Season 4 is a meditation on Psalm 70 where David appeals to God for deliverance from his enemies while simultaneously exulting in God's greatness as a protector. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground track (licensed via Musicbed): - Midway by Tony Anderson

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00:12:35

Praying the Psalms - Psalm 139

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2025/05/16

Episode 28 of Season 4 is a meditation on the much-beloved Psalm 139 where David waves poetically about the tender immanence of God. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - March 17th by Async Ross- Memento by Jo Blankenburg- Memoria by Slow Meadow- Meridian by Jo Blankenburg

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00:07:12

God Our Redeemer

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2025/05/09

Episode 27 of Season 4 is a meditation on Matthew 1:1-6 where Matthew seems to go out of his way to name four women in the genealogy of Jesus - and not just any four women, but specifically those with outsider status and/or questionable moral circumstances. Their inclusion highlights God's ability to redeem any story to bring about his salvific purposes in the earth.Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via

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00:12:57

The Battle is the Lord's

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2025/04/25

Episode 26 of Season 4 is a meditation on 2 Chronicles 20:15-24 where Jahaziel exhorts Jehoshaphat, who is facing down a superior enemy army, to not be afraid nor dismayed, for the battle belongs to the Lord. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed):- Libertania by Katharine Petkovski- Lighthouse by Roary- Lilo by Jo Blankenburg- Little Ones by Tony Anderson- Longing by Max LL

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00:09:53

Resurrection Sunday - Did Not Our Hearts Burn?

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2025/04/20

This is a re-release of Episode 42 of Season 3, which is a meditation on Luke 24:13-16 and 30-35 which describes the experience of two disciples encountering the resurrected Christ, and how their hearts burned within as He spoke of Himself from the scriptures.Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment.Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Community by Max LL- Coriander (instrumental) by Voyageur- Coming Home by Tony Anderson

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00:08:41

Holy Saturday - The Sealed Tomb

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2025/04/19

This is a re-release of Episode 42 of Season 3, which is a prayerful reflection on Holy Saturday, also known as Black Saturday because it falls in the liminal space between death and new life. Jesus' body was sealed in the tomb, and with His corpse, the hopes of His disciples. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed):- Dans Le Noir by Slow Meadow- Departures by Max LL

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00:12:48

Good Friday - There Was Darkness Over the Land

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2025/04/18

This is a re-release of Episode 41 of Season 3, which is a Good Friday meditation on Luke 23:33-49 which depicts the crucifixion of Jesus. A somber reflection as we connect with the loss experienced by the disciples. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground Tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Connect the Dots by Async Ross- Could Memories Be False by Async Ross- Crown of Amber Canopy by Slow Meadow

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00:10:29

Maundy Thursday - A New Commandment

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2025/04/17

This is a re-release of Episode 40 of Season 3, which is a Maundy Thursday meditation on Matthew 26:26-29 and John 13:34-35 where Jesus issues a "new command" during the last supper to love one another in the same way He has loved them. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Cartopeira by Jo Blankenburg- Closure by Max LL- Clouds Not Clocks by Slow Meadow

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00:11:23

Holy Wednesday - My Burden is Light

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2025/04/16

This is a re-release of Episode 39 of Season 3, which is a Holy Wednesday meditation on Matthew 11:28-30 where Jesus invites all who are weary to come to Him to find rest for their souls. We are to learn from Him because He is humble. His yoke is easy, and His burden is light. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Canopus by Jo Blankenburg- Cautious by Roary- Civilized (instrumental) by Voyageur-

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00:10:18

Holy Tuesday - Lose Your Life to Keep It

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2025/04/15

This is a re-release of Episode 38 of Season 3, which is a Holy Tuesday meditation on John 12:20-26 where Jesus responds to the audience of a few Greeks by explaining that His true glorification will come through His death so that greater harvest may come in, and then invites His followers to walk the same path.Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Breathe Again (feat. Iolite, instrumental) by Roary-

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00:09:34

Holy Monday - Bearing Fruit in Every Season

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2025/04/14

This is a re-release of Episode 37 of Season 3, which is a Holy Monday meditation on Mark 11:12-14 and 20-25 where Jesus curses the fig tree and uses the illustration to teach us about abiding, prayer, and forgiveness. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed):- Born (feat. Meaning Machine) by Roary- Boy In a Water Globe by Slow Meadow- Hatchala by Slow Meadow

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00:11:03

Palm Sunday - The Humble King

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2025/04/13

This is a re-release of Episode 36 of Season 3, which is a Palm Sunday reflection on Matthew 21:6-14. Jesus rides into Jerusalem to the praise of the people expecting a triumphant political ruler. But Jesus is seated on a donkey, not a warhorse. He goes to the temple, not Herod's palace. He drives out the money changers, not the Romans. But in so doing, He makes a way for peace amid violence; healing amid injustice.Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate,

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00:08:03

Praying the Psalms - Psalm 123

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2025/04/11

Episode 25 of Season 4 is a prayerful reflection on Psalm 123 where the author turns their hope and attention to God amid the contempt of their enemies. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed):- Light Breaks Through by Voyageur- Leaving Earth by Jordan Critz

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00:14:05

Come, Drink, and Rejoice!

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2025/02/14

Episode 24 of Season 4 is a meditation on Isaiah 55 where the prophet invites us to seek God, receive His free grace, and find true satisfaction in Him rather than in empty pursuits. He promises joy, renewal, and the fulfillment of His word, bringing life and transformation to all who turn to Him.Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground tracks (licensed via Musicbed):- Je Me Souviens Rae by Jordan Critz- Landfall (acoustic) by Roary-

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00:08:56

Praying the Psalms - Psalm 146

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2025/01/31

Episode 23 of Season 4 is a prayerful reflection on Psalm 146 where the Psalmist encourages us to not put our trust in princes, but in the Lord who keeps faith forever.Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - Joybird by TOLO - Kingdom of Heaven by Tony Anderson

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00:12:28

The Fellowship of the Believers

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2025/01/24

Episode 22 of Season 4 is a meditation on Acts 2:36-47 where Peter preaches and thousands repent and join the fellowship of the disciples of Jesus, and then describes the practices and experiences of those gatherings. Connect with me at Mick@MickRMurray.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background tracks (licensed via Musicbed): - J Tape (Meditation II) by Async Ross - Jonti by Tony Anderson - Kindle by Roary - It Was You by Wil Pearce

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