Advent invites us to slow down, quiet our hearts, and prepare for the coming of Christ.
In this guided Christian meditation, you’ll reflect on Scripture and rest in God’s presence as you anticipate the celebration of Jesus’ birth.

Be Still: Advent Meditations for Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love helps you create space in this busy season to experience the presence of Christ and the peace, hope, and joy He brings.


Download your FREE Advent Guide here.

This week, we focus on joy—the joy Jesus brought when He came to earth and the joy we will experience in fullness when He comes again.

Our passage today, Psalm 16:8–11, is a prayer of trust and safekeeping. As you meditate, you’ll be invited to keep your eyes on God, rest secure in His presence, and remember that lasting joy is found in Him alone.

Take a few quiet moments today to be still and let the Lord fill you with His joy.

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Download your FREE Be Still Advent guide here.
This journal includes:
• All the Scriptures for this series
• Weekly reflection prompts
• Space to record what God is revealing to you

 

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Meditation Scripture: Psalm 16:8–11 (NIV)

8 I keep my eyes always on the LORD.
With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.
9 Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices;
my body also will rest secure,
10 because you will not abandon me to the realm of the dead,
nor will you let your faithful one see decay.
11 You make known to me the path of life;
you will fill me with joy in your presence,
with eternal pleasures at your right hand.

Advent invites us to slow down, quiet our hearts, and prepare for the coming of Christ. In this guided Christian meditation, you&rsquo;ll reflect on Scripture and rest in God&rsquo;s presence as you anticipate the celebration of Jesus&rsquo; birth.
Be Still: Advent Meditations for Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love helps you create space in this busy season to experience the presence of Christ and the peace, hope, and joy He brings.
 Download your <a href="https://jodieniznik.myflodesk.com/advent2025">FREE Advent Guide here.</a>
This week, we focus on joy&mdash;the joy Jesus brought when He came to earth and the joy we will experience in fullness when He comes again.
Our passage today, Psalm 16:8&ndash;11, is a prayer of trust and safekeeping. As you meditate, you&rsquo;ll be invited to keep your eyes on God, rest secure in His presence, and remember that lasting joy is found in Him alone.
Take a few quiet moments today to be still and let the Lord fill you with His joy.
Helpful Links: Download your FREE <a href="https://jodieniznik.myflodesk.com/advent2025">Be Still Advent guide here</a>. This journal includes: &bull; All the Scriptures for this series &bull; Weekly reflection prompts &bull; Space to record what God is revealing to you
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Find out more information and purchase the Guided Retreat at <a href="https://www.jodieniznik.com/guided-retreat">https://www.jodieniznik.com/guided-retreat</a>
Additional links:
You can find out more about me, Jodie, at <a href="http://www.jodieniznik.com/">http://www.jodieniznik.com/</a>
Follow me on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jodieniznik/">@jodieniznik</a>
Follow me on Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JodieGNiznik">@JodieGNiznik</a>
Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Guided Scripture Meditation Journal <a href="https://idyllic-fashion-59593.myflodesk.com/scripturemeditation">here</a>.
Join my Monday email newsletter <a href="https://idyllic-fashion-59593.myflodesk.com/enrpjoz0aa">here</a>, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning.
Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">lifeaudio.com.</a>
Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies <a href="https://www.jodieniznik.com/bible-studies">here</a>.
Meditation Scripture: Psalm 16:8&ndash;11 (NIV)
8 I keep my eyes always on the LORD. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken. 9 Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will rest secure, 10 because you will not abandon me to the realm of the dead, nor will you let your faithful one see decay. 11 You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.

Welcome to So Much More where we're creating space to be with God. This podcast, hosted by Jodie Niznik, introduces you to two types of bible scripture meditation experiences, Lectio Divina and Imaginative Prayer, and gives you space to practice them. It also creates space to hear what others have experienced in their time with God.

Topics Covered:

📖 What Is Lectio Divina and Why Is It a Helpful Christian Practice
📖 What Is Christian Meditation and How Do We Use Scripture to Practice It
📖 Special Church Seasonal Series Including Lent, Easter, and Advent

If you are a Christian looking for ways to pray more or meditate more on Scripture, be sure to visit Jodie's website, https://www.jodieniznik.com/ for more information! 

Welcome to So Much More where we're creating space to be with God. This podcast, hosted by Jodie Niznik, introduces you to two types of bible scripture meditation experiences, Lectio Divina and Imaginative Prayer, and gives you space to practice them. It also creates space to hear what others have experienced in their time with God.
Topics Covered:
📖 What Is Lectio Divina and Why Is It a Helpful Christian Practice 📖 What Is Christian Meditation and How Do We Use Scripture to Practice It 📖 Special Church Seasonal Series Including Lent, Easter, and Advent
If you are a Christian looking for ways to pray more or meditate more on Scripture, be sure to visit Jodie's website, <a href="https://www.jodieniznik.com/">https://www.jodieniznik.com/</a> for more information!

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