Have you ever felt like you’re wandering in a spiritual wilderness—uncertain, unseen, or running on empty? The wilderness can feel like the place where God is silent, but in Scripture, it’s actually the place where He speaks.

In this episode, Mo explores the Hebrew meaning of midbar—the “place of speaking”—and how God uses wilderness seasons to meet us, refine us, and prepare us for what’s next. Through the story of Hagar, Moses, and her own journey across the country, Mo reminds us that God never wastes a wilderness.

Whether you’re in a season of waiting, transition, or quiet obedience, this episode invites you to slow down, listen, and find that God’s presence is closer than you think—even here.

Key Scriptures:

Genesis 16 & 21 · Exodus 3 · Matthew 4 · Deuteronomy 8 · 1 Kings 19

Today’s Step:

Take ten minutes of stillness today—no music, no noise. Ask God to meet you in your own midbar and pray:

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Sometimes the most transformative moments happen when we stop moving.

In this gentle, reflective episode, Mo shares what it looks like to find wisdom in the pause, even in the middle of chaos. Through Psalm 46:10 and Isaiah 30:15, she reminds us that God doesn’t stop working just because we do.

If your soul feels scattered, tired, or stretched thin, this conversation will help you slow down long enough to hear the Holy Spirit again and remember: He is working in the waiting.

Listen now to be reminded that even in stillness, the Master Builder never stops shaping your heart.

Scripture References: Psalm 46:10, Isaiah 30:15, Philippians 1:6

Today’s Step: Take five quiet minutes today to breathe, pause, and listen for the whisper of the Holy Spirit.

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In this episode, Mo shares a powerful reflection on what it means to be a living stone—chosen, shaped, and set by the Master Builder Himself.

Through the story of cathedral builders, the imagery of seeds, and the truth of Scripture, she reminds us that God’s process of alignment isn’t punishment—it’s precision. Every chiseling, every delay, every unseen moment has purpose.

You’re not a loose brick rolling around, wondering where you belong. You’re part of a living house—fitted, placed, and joined with others to display God’s glory.

Scriptures:

1 Peter 2:4–6 (NLT), Ephesians 2:19–22 (NLT), Amos 7:7–8

Today’s Step:

Take a quiet moment to ask God to realign one area of your life that feels off center. Pray:

Then, take one step toward community this week—because you weren’t meant to build alone.

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In this episode, Mo explores how God has always brought beauty out of chaos—from the first moments of creation to the transformation He’s working in our lives today. Drawing from Genesis 1, Exodus 31, Ephesians 2:10, and Revelation 21, Mo traces a single divine thread: chaos → order → beauty → transformation → eternity.

Through Scripture, reflection, and personal story, you’ll see that the first person ever filled with the Holy Spirit—Bezalel—wasn’t called to preach or fight a battle, but to create beauty for God’s dwelling. That same Spirit now lives in us, empowering everyday acts of creativity, restoration, and rest that reflect the heart of the Master Artist.

• Genesis 1:2 (NRSVUE) — God’s Spirit hovering over the chaos
• Genesis 2:9 — “pleasant to the sight and good for food”
• Exodus 31:1–6 — Bezalel filled with the Spirit for artistry
• Ephesians 2:10 — We are God’s poiēma, His masterpiece
• Revelation 21:2–4 — The New Jerusalem: beauty fulfilled

Julian Adams, Terra Nova: The World Jesus Is Building (2021).

Julian explains that the Hebrew word ṭôv (“good”) in Genesis 1 means beautiful, excellent, delightful—not just “morally right.” He reminds us that God designed creation for both function and beauty, inviting humanity to extend Eden’s order and loveliness into the whole world. Mo draws on this insight to show that we are co-creators with God, called to extend His beauty even into chaos.

Learn more about Terra Nova on Julian Adams’ website.

• Chaos is never permanent—God’s Spirit is always moving.
• God doesn’t stop at order; He goes all the way to beauty.
• Rest (Sabbath) is part of God’s creative rhythm and an act of intimacy.
• The first Spirit-filled person was an artist—beauty matters to God.
• You are God’s handiwork, His living poem, created for good works.
• Creativity isn’t limited to art; it’s the Spirit expressing beauty through your obedience and daily life.

Take a few quiet minutes and ask the Holy Spirit to show you where He’s bringing beauty out of chaos in your life.

Thank Him for being the Master Artist, and ask Him to help you see your life the way He does—a work of beauty still in progress.

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Have you ever prayed for God to take away your pain, only to find it still lingers—or even spreads into new places? In this short but heartfelt episode, Mo shares a personal story about knee pain that became a lesson on how healing works in every area of our lives.

Sometimes healing doesn’t just mean fixing the obvious hurt—it means allowing God to touch all the places that have been affected. Whether your pain is physical, emotional, or spiritual, this episode is a reminder that God sees it all and longs to heal it all.

You’ll be encouraged to invite Him into the hidden places of your heart and trust His timing in the healing process.

Scripture: Psalm 147:3 – “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”

Listen in for encouragement, prayer, and a practical step you can take today to begin walking with God on your healing journey.

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Sometimes what God places in our hands feels so small, so ordinary, that we’re tempted to overlook it. But in God’s kingdom, nothing is wasted. Just like a tiny seed carries the blueprint of a towering tree, your ordinary moments hold extraordinary potential—not because of what they are, but because of who the Sower is.

In this episode of I Choose Today, we’ll explore:

• Why small beginnings carry big promise in God’s plan
• How hidden growth in your life is already preparing for visible fruit
• What it means to trust the Sower when the seed feels insignificant
• How to step forward in faith with what you’ve been given

You don’t have to wait for “someday” to see God’s work. He’s already cultivating something in you today.

Today’s Step:

Take a few quiet minutes today and look at what God has placed in your hand. It might feel small, ordinary, or even insignificant—but ask Him: Lord, what seed have You given me? What are You planting in me right now that I can’t yet see? Write it down. Then pray over that seed, asking God to nurture it, protect it, and grow it in His timing. Remember—the fruit may not be visible yet, but the roots are being established.

Scripture References:

• Zechariah 4:10 (Don’t despise small beginnings)
• Matthew 13:31–32 (The mustard seed parable)
• 1 Corinthians 3:6–7 (God gives the growth)

When life feels shaky, what foundation are you building on? In this episode of I Choose Today, we look at the story of the Three Little Pigs, Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 7, and the imagery of the cornerstone in Ephesians 2 to discover why what we build on matters more than how it looks.

From fairytales to real-life rubble, we’ll unpack what it means for Jesus to be the Chief Cornerstone of our lives. You’ll hear how:

• The cornerstone sets the alignment for the whole building
• Jesus, the Master Builder, works with a blueprint that includes your transformation
• God rebuilds even in places that feel broken beyond repair

This is an episode of encouragement and realignment. If your world feels unstable, this message is for you.

Today’s Step:

Write down one area of your life that feels shaky and pray: “Jesus, I want You to be the Cornerstone of this part of my life. Align me with You. Make me steady in You.”

Scripture References:

• Matthew 7:24–25
• Ephesians 2:20
• Isaiah 61:4

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Have you ever found yourself going through the motions — opening your Bible, saying your prayers, but feeling completely disconnected inside? In this episode, Mo shares her own story of slipping into survival mode, how God used Philippians 4:6–9 to draw her back, and the peace that comes when we reconnect with Him.

You’ll be reminded that even when you feel distant, God never disconnects from you. He is steady, faithful, and walking with you through every desert season.

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