Have you ever felt crushed under the weight of life, like no one truly sees your pain?
In this heartfelt episode of 15 Minutes with Jesus, we meditate on Psalm 146:4-9, where God reveals His heart for the broken, the oppressed, and the bowed down.
This Scripture finds its fulfillment in Jesus, who declared,
“The Spirit of the Lord is on me… to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind.” — Luke 4:18-19
Through guided prayer, reflection, and stillness, you’ll encounter Jesus the Healer—the One who lifts the weary, frees captives, and restores joy to the crushed in spirit.
Lauren shares a moving personal story of how God met her in a season of deep depression, showing that no pain is unseen and no heart is beyond His reach.
✨ In this episode, you will: • Experience a guided Christian meditation on Psalm 146 and Luke 4 • Reflect on Jesus as the Healer who lifts those who are bowed down • Learn how to bring your hidden pain and trauma to God • Pray for freedom from depression, heaviness, and emotional isolation • Receive hope that God’s faithfulness endures forever
📖 Scripture: Psalm 146:4-9 (NIV), Luke 4:18-19 (NIV) 🎧 Practices: Breath prayer, Bible meditation, inner-healing reflection 💡 Keywords: Christian meditation, prayer for depression, emotional healing, freedom in Christ, hope in God, mental health and faith, healing trauma, Holy Spirit comfort, peace, restoration
If you’ve been walking through a heavy season or hiding your pain from God, this episode will remind you: He sees you. He lifts you. He loves you.
If you’re a Christian discerning your calling, I can help you go deeper. 📅 Book a 1-on-1 coaching session here: https://calendly.com/laurenvernea/30min
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