218. Encounter- An Invitation into the Secret Place
Wholistic Hearts- A Journey from the Head to the Heart, Encounters with Jesus
Release Date: 04/30/2025
218. Encounter- An Invitation into the Secret Place
Wholistic Hearts- A Journey from the Head to the Heart, Encounters with Jesus
Kristin leads you into an encounter that invites you to explore the secret place—the quiet, personal space where you meet with God. It’s not heavily guided. Just enough to create space, ask a question, and let Him speak. You’re encouraged to pause and imagine: What does the secret place look like for you? For some, it looks like a garden. For others, it’s the beach. Or a quiet space tucked inside your heart. There’s no right or wrong. It’s personal. It’s yours. And He’s there. Take a deep breath, lean in, and ask: “God, what does the secret place look like for me?” Let this...
info_outline
217. What is the Secret Place
Wholistic Hearts- A Journey from the Head to the Heart, Encounters with Jesus
There’s a place deep within each of us that doesn’t need to perform, prove, or strive. It’s quiet—not because life is—but because God meets us there in stillness. This is the secret place. It’s not hidden from us. It’s hidden for us. The secret place isn’t just about carving out quiet time in a busy schedule. It’s about connection. Intimacy. A moment set apart between you and God, where your heart is fully known and fully safe. God is always available. Always near. He doesn’t need perfect words or a perfect setup—just your willingness to pause and come close. This hidden...
info_outline
216. Processional and Recessional- The Passion Week
Wholistic Hearts- A Journey from the Head to the Heart, Encounters with Jesus
Join Eugene today for a beautiful encounter with Jesus as we reflect on Passion Week—the final, sacred days of Jesus' life. Through this time of procession and recess, we are invited not just to observe, but to enter into a deep conversation with Him. Jesus is offering us Himself—his limitless hope, his freedom, his newness. In this intimate space, we are called to reflect on the depths of his sacrifice and the profound love he is pouring out. Let this week be a moment of true encounter, where we allow him to have his way with our lives, guiding us into a deeper understanding of his hope...
info_outline
215. What Are the Goliaths You Are Facing? Encounter
Wholistic Hearts- A Journey from the Head to the Heart, Encounters with Jesus
What Goliath is standing in front of you right now? The one that taunts you. Intimidates you. Speaks lies louder than truth. In 1 Samuel 17, David walks toward Goliath—not with heavy armor, but with full confidence in the God beside him. Graham Cooke describes it not just as a battle, but as an encounter—a moment with God filled with presence and promise. You’re invited into that same kind of moment. Join Kristin in today's encounter. Take time today to pause and ask: What are the Goliaths you are fighting? Who is the God behind you, beside you, and with you? What is the weapon...
info_outline
214. A Sabbath Pause Before a Fresh New Season
Wholistic Hearts- A Journey from the Head to the Heart, Encounters with Jesus
The Sabbath is a chance to pause, listen, and reflect. It’s a time to step back, encounter Jesus in the everyday, and allow Him to speak. Kristin is reflecting on ten questions today to guide your conversation with Jesus. This serves as a simple guide to help you take a Sabbath Pause—a moment to be still, free of distractions and agendas. Just breathe and let your heart settle. In the quiet, open yourself to reflection. Consider what you need to release, where you have seen God’s presence, and what He may be inviting you into. This pause is an invitation to trust, breathe, and begin...
info_outline
213. Leaving the Old Self and Walking as a New Creation
Wholistic Hearts- A Journey from the Head to the Heart, Encounters with Jesus
Kristin is joined by Laura for another deep and powerful conversation about stepping into the new life God has given us. This episode is full of encouragement, validation, and a reminder that it’s okay to leave the past behind in order to seek Him fully. A foundational truth of the kingdom is that we are made new in Christ. Yet so often, we find ourselves trying to fix, repair, or perfect our old selves—as if Jesus came to simply clean up our past rather than give us a completely new identity. But why would He resurrect what He has already made new? The world offers countless ways to let...
info_outline
212. Renewing the Mind
Wholistic Hearts- A Journey from the Head to the Heart, Encounters with Jesus
In this conversation, Kristin welcomes her good friend, Laura, to explore what it truly means to renew the mind.It’s not about grand, overwhelming changes—it’s about simple, intentional shifts. A small act of obedience. A willingness to listen. So often, negative thoughts hold us back, but renewal starts with awareness. How are we showing up in the world? Are we aligning our thoughts with what God has ordained? When we take the time to shift our mindset, even slightly, we begin to see transformation. Renewing the mind isn’t a solo journey. Growth happens in community. Healing happens...
info_outline
211. Encountering God Through James Chapter 5
Wholistic Hearts- A Journey from the Head to the Heart, Encounters with Jesus
Kristin has invited her dear friend Jenny to guide us through James 5—a chapter that calls us to real faith in action. It’s a reminder to trust God’s timing, live with integrity, pray with confidence, and care deeply for others. As Jenny walks us through this passage, she invites us to do more than just read—to sit with God, soak in his presence, and reflect on his words. This is a moment to slow down, to quiet our hearts, and to truly listen. Love what we are doing here on Wholistic Hearts, here are three ways to help us spread this Good News Share with a friend! Leave a review! ...
info_outline
210. Encountering God Through James Chapter 4: Our Courtroom Advocate
Wholistic Hearts- A Journey from the Head to the Heart, Encounters with Jesus
Kristin invites you to step into an encounter with Jesus, sitting with the truth of James 4. This chapter calls us to humble ourselves before God, to acknowledge the weight of our hearts and our need for his grace. James 4 reminds us that when we draw near to God, he draws near to us. In this moment, you don’t need to have everything figured out—you simply need to come close. Take a deep breath. Close your eyes. Imagine standing in a heavenly courtroom, with Jesus beside you, not as a judge, but as your defense, ready to wipe your sins away. In this encounter, surrender all that...
info_outline
209. Encountering God Through James Chapter 3 Declarations
Wholistic Hearts- A Journey from the Head to the Heart, Encounters with Jesus
Kristin asks you to pause with James 3, not just to read, but to sit in the weight of its truth. This chapter isn’t just about words—it’s about the heart behind them. What we speak reveals what’s inside us. Our words hold power, shaping the world around us and the lives of those who hear them. James 3 urges us to be aware, to recognize that what flows from our mouths begins in the depths of our hearts. Take a moment. Be still. Ask Jesus to show you what’s within. What is He speaking over you? What does He want you to know about who you are? Write it down. Let His truth become the...
info_outlineKristin leads you into an encounter that invites you to explore the secret place—the quiet, personal space where you meet with God.
It’s not heavily guided. Just enough to create space, ask a question, and let Him speak.
You’re encouraged to pause and imagine:
What does the secret place look like for you?
For some, it looks like a garden.
For others, it’s the beach.
Or a quiet space tucked inside your heart.
There’s no right or wrong. It’s personal. It’s yours. And He’s there.
Take a deep breath, lean in, and ask:
“God, what does the secret place look like for me?”
Let this episode be an invitation to slow down, notice, and be with Him in whatever place He shows you.