You're listening to Encounter, a simple daily podcast to help you find the secret in

the ordinary.

We have 100 meditation episodes on this podcast, but we're excited to announce the launch

of the Encountering Peace Mobile App, where you can hear the entire library of more

than 500 seasonal and topical meditations.

I encourage you to download the Encountering Peace Mobile App today, where all of the meditations

are free, as they should be.

Have you ever felt lost, surely you have, wondering if you're on the right path, feeling

your heart start to race and your breathing quick and a bit?

Wondering if you're alone, has anyone ever walked this path before?

And then you see a broken twig, leaves pushed out of the way on the ground, the ground itself

becoming level.

Then you see a sign up ahead.

You rejoice, you aren't lost, you are on a path.

And the tried, true and tested path, you feel relief.

Well, the theme of this meditation from Psalm chapter 18 is relief.

Relief in being on the right path, comfort in being guided along the perfect way.

But to begin your meditation, slip into a time in a space where you can be calm and tranquil,

ascending on the path into the satisfying arms of God.

You may start by listening and joining to this responsive reading and prayer from Psalm

chapter 84, and respond heavenly Father, your way is perfect.

You, Lord God, are like the sun, and also like a shield.

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