You're listening to Encounter, a simple daily podcast made possible by listeners like

you.

We hope to help you discover sacred moments in the middle of ordinary days.

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What brings you the most comfort?

What helps you feel better like a steaming bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup?

What enables you to feel safe like climbing under a warm blanket?

What about what ease is your weariness, something like a long afternoon nap on a sunny summer

weekend?

What alleviates your pain, perhaps a good cry with a close friend?

Well, letting yourself be comfortable safe and cared for is important.

In fact, it's essential that we find ways to soothe ourselves and often.

So what brings you the most comfort?

Well, this meditation from Romans 1 is about finding your comfort zone and discovering

what brings you the most comfort there, learning to embrace the divine comfort of God that

is so vital for your life and your well-being.

But if you ever fight against feelings of pain and torment, well, you're not alone.

But remember, the Lord is here, and you are safe.

May the Lord be with you.

So begin your meditation by finding a place to be at ease, a soothing retreat and settle

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