30 Days of Hope & Prayer

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. We end our 30 days of hope and prayer with a reflection from Steff on a doxology - that is a short hymn or expression of praise to God, and this one concludes the book of Jude. In just a few words we are reminded of God's protection, our blameless standing before God, and the great joy and eternal praise we will experience in heaven. Our reset for today is 'The God who has carried you through this month will carry you into tomorrow'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. In today's episode, Ken shares some thoughts around one of the most well known and used benedictions - the Aaronic Blessing. This blessing is found in Numbers, where God instructed Moses to tell Aaron and his sons to bless the people of Israel.  The core promise of this blessing is God's personal, active commitment to his people. Instead of a distant deity, the blessing guarantees that the Creator of the universe is intimately involved in your daily life. You can listen to Kari Jobe and Cody Carnes' version of 'The Blessing' here' - www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zp6aygmvzM4 Our reset for today is 'God's blessing begins with His presence'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. As we move towards the end of this special series, Iris opens the Psalms at chapter 91 where God promises us His safety and peace.  This passage that talks about dwelling in the shelter of the Most High, reminds us that God acts as a strong tower and safe place during hard times.  We will have hard times in our lives, but God promises He will be there through them. Our reset for today is 'God doesn't promise a life without storms; He promises to be with you in them'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. Today Tim reflects on Psalm 62, and a passage that reminds us that we can find inner peace, rest and and hope in God during troubled times.  Psalm 62 verse 5 and 6 tell us to quiet your heart and stop relying on worldly things for security, and that God provides a safe, solid place that cannot be moved or broken by life's troubles. Our reset for today is 'rest is found in a person, not a perfect life'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. In this episode Joe dives into the Gospel of John, with a passage from chapter 16 where Jesus explains that true peace comes from trusting Him, not from having an easy life. Jesus spoke these words during His final meal with His disciples before His crucifixion, and wanted to prepare them for the fear and grief they would soon face. Our reset for today is 'trouble may be part of your story, but it isn't the whole story. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. Today Nicky turns to the book of Ephesians, and a passage that was written by Paul to encourage the church and convey the immense depth of God's love and capability.  In the original Greek, Paul uses the word huperékperissou. This is a double-compound word that translates literally to "beyond all measure," "super-abundantly," or "infinitely more than." Paul essentially creates a new word because standard language could not capture the scale of God's power. Our reset for today is 'Don't limit God's possibilities to what you can see today. Leave room for God to work in ways you haven't imagined'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. In this episode Steff looks at Romans 12:12, part of a letter from Paul to guide believers on how to live out their faith.  This verse is a reminder that hope brings joy even when life is hard, patience helps believers endure hard times without giving up, and that prayer connects people to God.  It's actually a list of practical ways to love others and serve God daily. Our reset for today is 'hope and prayer are habits worth practicing'.  To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. Today Ken dives back into the Psalms, with a passage from chapter 27 that reminds us that God brings truth, guidance, and hope to chase away dark and confusing times.  We don't need to fear danger, trouble or enemies, because God acts like a safe fortress or a high rock to protect people from harm. Our reset for today is 'fear loses its grip when God becomes your focus'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. In today's episode, Iris reflects on the idea of peace, and how we can choose peace when storms, trials and tribulations affect our lives. This passage from Colossians speaks of the inner calm and harmony  given by Jesus, rather than just an absence of trouble. Our reset for today is 'you can choose peace even when you can't choose your circumstances. Peace isn't the absence of trouble; it's knowing who's with you in it.' To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. Today Tim reflects on the passage from 1 Peter where we are told to 'cast all your anxiety on Him'.  In the original Greek text, "casting" is related to the concept of "humble yourselves". This means that casting your anxiety on God is the practical way you humble yourself.  Admitting that a burden is too heavy for you—and throwing it onto God—requires you to lay down your self-sufficiency and trust His sovereignty instead. Our reset for today is 'God cares about what concerns you'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. John returns with a reflection from the book of James, where we are reminded that God gives freely and doesn't blame or scold you for asking questions. It's a portrait of God that shows accessibility and grace.  It's also worth noting that James isn't describing one-off emergency prayer - rather he is advocating for a lifestyle of continuous dependence on God. Our reset for today is 'God welcomes your questions'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. We're diving back into the Psalms today, as Robbie reflects on chapter 34.  This verse that says 'taste and see that the Lord is good', is an invitation to experience God personally, not just hear about him.  It's a reminder that God's kindness, love, and faithfulness are real and can be observed in daily life. Our reset for today is 'God's goodness is something to experience, not just believe'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. Today Joe dives into the book of 2nd Corinthians, with a reflection on the passage that shows God's unearned favour and active presence provide everything needed to endure hardship, rather than removing the struggle.  It's a reminder that human limitations highlight God's true strength. Our reset for today is 'God's strength shines brightest in weakness'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. Today we turn to a passage in the Psalms that has helped many people through seasons of grief, trial and tribulation. This verse from chapter 34 reminds us that God does not stay far away when you hurt, but instead comes close to you. Our reset for today is 'Your hardest moments don't put you beyond God's reach'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. Today we turn to the book of Romans, where we are reminded that God is actively present in difficult times, shaping circumstances rather than leaving people to cold fate.  This verse addresses pain and suffering, and assures believers that even though hard times will come, these seasons are not wasted. Our reset for today is 'God is still working, even when you can't see it'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. In this episode, Ken reflects on one of the most famous passages from the Old Testament; the verse from Isaiah that compares the image of a soaring eagle to putting our trust in God.  This verse reminds us that God provides fresh power and endurance during times of deep exhaustion. Our reset for today is 'waiting isn't wasted when you're trusting God'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. We're diving back into the Psalms, and the reminder that we don't have to carry heavy burdens alone.  God is strong enough to take that weight from your shoulders. It's another Psalm of David that was written during a time of deep personal pain and stress, and is a reminder that God will give us strength through difficult times. Our reset for today is 'God is strong enough to carry what you're carrying'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. In today's episode, John Scott reflects on a passage from the book of John.  These words are all about the deep calm that Jesus promises His followers - a calm that does not depend on outward circumstances or temporary fixes. Our reset for today is 'Jesus offers a peace the world can't give you'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. Psalm 32:8 is a moment where God promises to actively teach and direct believers to the right path.  The Psalm is a psalm of David, where he shares the agony of hiding his sin, and the relief of his confession.  In verse 8, the speaker abruptly shifts, with many theologians stating that God Himself breaks in to speak directly to the restored sinner. Our reset for today is 'you don't have to know the way forward to trust the One who does'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. On Day 11 we jump into the book of Joshua, with Tim reflecting on a passage where God promises to be with us through every challenge. The words of the Lord were spoken to Joshua as he was tasked with leading the Israelites across the River Jordan and into the Promised Land. Our reset for today is 'courage comes from God's presence'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. In today's reflection, Joe looks at Hebrews 10:23 - a call to believers to hold firmly to their Christian hope, because we can be sure that God will keep His promises.  In the historical context, this passage was aimed at Jewish Christians, facing persecution and social pressure to return to Judaism.  This passage urged them to not give up, and is a reminder of the hope we have in Jesus. Our reset for today is 'God's faithfulness doesn't change with your circumstances'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. In this edition, Nicky reflects on Romans 15:13, a prayer of the Apostle Paul, asking God that His people would be filled with  joy, peace, and an abundant sense of hope. Our reset for today is 'hope grows when our trust grows'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. Today Steff reflects on a passage from Jeremiah chapter 17. It's the comparison between those who trust in the Lord and a tree planted by a stream.  It's a reminder that people who put their trust in God will be blessed, and can stay strong and productive even during hard times. Our reset for today is 'deep roots keep growing through dry seasons'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. In this episode, Ken takes a look at Psalm 46:10 which is one of those great reminders to stop and take a moment to breathe.  Because when was the last time you were completely still? Our reset for today is 'peace often begins with slowing down'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. Today John Scott reflects on a passage from Proverbs chapter 3.  It's one of the most famous passages of Scripture, where we are reminded to 'trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding'.  Put simply, this is the intentional trade of human anxiety for divine direction. Our reset for today is 'you don't have to understand everything to trust God'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. In this episode Robbie Parkin looks at the book of Lamentations; a book of deep sorrow - but a book that also reminds us that in the middle of pain, God's love does not stop. Our reset for today is 'God's mercy is already waiting for you today'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. Today, Iris shares her thoughts on the passage from Philippians, where we are reminded to not be anxious, but to instead take everything to God in prayer. Our reset for today is 'turn your worries into prayers'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. Today, Tim shares from the book of Isaiah, where God tells His people to not fear or to be dismayed. Our reset for today is 'you are never facing today on your own'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. Today, Joe reflects on Matthew 11:28, where Jesus says "come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest". Our reset for today is 'you don't have to carry what Jesus is inviting you to surrender'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5, and this month our Rise presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. Today, Nicky brings us a reflection on the most famous of all psalms - Psalm 23. Our reset for today - 'you don't have to carry today alone'. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.

September is Hope & Prayer Month at Rise 96.5. It's a month where Rise 96.5 focuses on the importance of prayer, and how it can lead to greater hope in our lives. This September, Rise 96.5 presenters have leant into this theme with a daily moment of encouragement, reflection and prayer. These audio and video podcasts are a hope-filled daily experience that you can easily carry into your day. To request prayer, visit www.rise965.com/prayer Find more Rise 96.5 podcasts at www.rise965.com/podcasts or by searching for Rise 96.5 in your podcast app.