Seasons By the Well: Advent and Lent Reflection and Meditation

Friday, February 20, 2026E3: Embracing the ChallengesIntroduction:In this third episode of "Seasons By the Well: Lenten Reflections and Meditations," I invite you to continue to explore the theme of challenges. Join me as I guide you through a moment of spiritual reflection and growth.Scripture Reading:Luke 9:24Meditation:Find a quiet space free from distractions and focus on your breathing, inviting the presence of God, centering your hearts to hear God's word. I encourage you to consider the challenges you are currently facing and how you can surrender them to God in prayer.Reflection Prompts:Consider the challenges or obstacles you are facing in your life right now. How can we look at these challenges as opportunities to be closer to God, to grow in faith, and deepen our reliance on God?How can you embrace the challenges in your own life as opportunities to turn to God?How can you rely on your faith during difficult times, knowing that God will provide the strength and wisdom you need?What previous challenges have you faced that God has carried you through? Take a moment to surrender these burdens to God, trusting in His infinite love and mercy.I invite you to join me daily in this sacred journey of Lent. I encourage you to embrace the transformative power of God's grace in your life.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW on your podcast app. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/_bythewell/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Note: Each episode of "Seasons By the Well: Lenten Reflections and Meditations" will follow a similar format, providing daily reflections, guided meditations, and opportunities for personal growth throughout the Lenten season.

Thursday, February 19, 2026E2: Taking Up Our CrossesIntroduction:In this second episode of "Seasons By the Well: Lent Reflections and Meditations," I invite you to explore the theme of taking up your crosses. Join me as I guide you through a moment of spiritual reflection and growth.Scripture Reading:Luke 9:23Meditation:Find a quiet space free from distractions and focus on your breathing, inviting the presence of God, centering your hearts to hear God's word. I encourage you to consider the challenges you are currently facing and how you can surrender them to God in prayer.Reflection Prompts:Consider the challenges you are facing in your life right now. What crosses are you carrying? What worries weigh heavy on your heart? How can your turn these over to God?Take a moment to surrender these burdens to God, trusting in His infinite love and mercy.I invite you to join me daily in this sacred journey of Lent. I encourage you to embrace the transformative power of God's grace in your life.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW on your podcast app. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/_bythewell/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Wednesday, February 18, 2026E1: Ash Wednesday - Reflection and RenewalIntroduction:In this first episode of "Seasons By the Well: Lenten Reflections and Meditations," I welcome you to the beginning of Lent, known as Ash Wednesday. Together, let us set the stage for our own personal 40-day Lenten journey of self-reflection, renewal, and spiritual growth.Scripture Reading:Genesis 3:19Introduction to Lent:The significance of Lent, is a period of prayer, service, and fasting lasting 40 days. Lent is symbolic of Jesus' 40 days in the wilderness, emphasizing the importance of preparation and testing before embarking on a new journey.Meditation:Find a quiet space free from distractions and focus on your breathing, inviting the presence of God, centering your hearts to hear God's word.Reflection Prompts:- Consider stumbling blocks in your relationship with God.- Identify steps to overcome these obstacles and deepen your spiritual connection.- Reflect on habits or distractions that pull you away from God's presence.If you have time, I also encourage you to read Matthew 6:1-18.I invite you to join me daily in this sacred journey of Lent. I encourage you to embrace the transformative power of God's grace in your life.SUPPORTThe best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW on your podcast app. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/_bythewell/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Note: Each episode of "Seasons By the Well: Lenten Reflections and Meditations" will follow a similar format, providing daily reflections, guided meditations, and opportunities for personal growth throughout the Lenten season.

Tuesday, February 17, 2026Welcome to "Seasons By the Well: Lenten Reflections".Join me with through daily prayer, meditation and reflections through this Lenten season. Take time to prepare yourself for the resurrection of our Lord Jesus, to carve out time in your busy schedule to take time during this season to become closer to God.To be prepared for this Lenten journey:1) Make sure you subscribe and follow this podcast and turn on notifications so that you will receive notifications once the new day's podcast is uploaded.2) Carve some quiet time and space to listen to this podcast every day. Preferably in the morning, when you first wake up.3) Have a dedicated journal and pen handy to jot down any inspiration during this reflection and follow the daily journal prompts.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW on your podcast app. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/_bythewell/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This Christmas Eve/Christmas Day will be the last daily episode for our Advent 2025 season.Please take some time to reflect on the last 24 days, and ways you can continue to implement the reflections and meditations we have experienced in your regular, daily routine.Continue to subscribe and follow this podcast for follow-on meditations and reflections in the weeks to come.And a special announcement—I'm excited to introduce my new podcast, ⁠"By the Well: Reflections, Meditations, Prayer, and Conversations.⁠" It is a continuation of our exploration of spirituality and meaningful conversations.SPOTIFY:⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/3DVosV1BkG9M8UCGtBxNiL⁠APPLE PODCAST:⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/by-the-well-reflections-meditations-prayer-and-conversations/id1722857619⁠Follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: @_bythewell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more Advent Inspiration ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/_bythewell/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you are enjoying this podcast, please follow so that you will receive notifications once the new day's podcast is uploaded. The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners. Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.

On this 24th day of Advent, I will talk about how God is calling us, amidst the storms of our life, to turn and focus on Him.Thank you for joining me on these last days of this Advent journey.Reflections will continue through past Advent, to be sure to continue to follow me here to get updates when the Season of Lent approaches. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 24 of the Book of Luke today, the last Chapter. If you have read a chapter each day, you'll find that by today, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on the remarkable journey of his life. (DONE IS BETTER THAN PERFECT! This Advent Season, 2025, is a busy one, and some episodes might be recycled from a previous year. In other words, the day of the week might not line up perfectly with the actual date. I ask for your grace and pray you will still receive the message Jesus is sending to your heart as you listen to each episode.)Source: Christian Brothers Publications. (2012). The Catholic Youth Bible (New American Bible, Third Edition). Christian Brothers Publications.Follow me on ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: @_bythewell⁠⁠ for more Advent InspirationIf you are enjoying this podcast, please follow so that you will receive notifications once the new day's podcast is uploaded.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.

As we get closer to Christmas, it is normal to get out of our daily routines. But how can we find joy in the unexpected, out-of-the-ordinary moments that break the routine of our daily lives?If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 23 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on the remarkable journey of his life. (DONE IS BETTER THAN PERFECT! This Advent Season, 2025, is a busy one, and some episodes might be recycled from a previous year. In other words, the day of the week might not line up perfectly with the actual date. I ask for your grace and pray you will still receive the message Jesus is sending to your heart as you listen to each episode.)Source: Christian Brothers Publications. (2012). The Catholic Youth Bible (New American Bible, Third Edition). Christian Brothers Publications.Follow me on ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: @_bythewell⁠⁠ for more Advent InspirationIf you are enjoying this podcast, please follow so that you will receive notifications once the new day's podcast is uploaded.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.

Advent Day 22 (2025): LoveOn this 22nd day of Advent we light the 4th candle of the Advent Wreath, representing Love.Our reading is inspired by Luke 2:10-11.If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 22 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on the remarkable journey of his life. Source: Christian Brothers Publications. (2012). The Catholic Youth Bible (New American Bible, Third Edition). Christian Brothers Publications.Follow me on ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: @_bythewell⁠⁠ for more Advent InspirationIf you are enjoying this podcast, please follow so that you will receive notifications once the new day's podcast is uploaded.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.

On this 21st day of Advent, let us reflect on the "messy", finding joy in the imperfect, embracing the messy parts of our lives, and recognizing that God meets us right where we are.If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 21 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on the remarkable journey of his life. Source: Christian Brothers Publications. (2012). The Catholic Youth Bible (New American Bible, Third Edition). Christian Brothers Publications.Follow me on ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: @_bythewell⁠⁠ for more Advent InspirationIf you are enjoying this podcast, please follow so that you will receive notifications once the new day's podcast is uploaded.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.

On this 20th day of Advent, let us reflect on the role of traditions, rituals, and celebrations in bringing joy to our lives, especially during this holiday season.Today's reading is from Luke 2:19.If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 20 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on the remarkable journey of his life.  Source: Christian Brothers Publications. (2012). The Catholic Youth Bible (New American Bible, Third Edition). Christian Brothers Publications.Follow me on ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: @_bythewell⁠⁠ for more Advent InspirationIf you are enjoying this podcast, please follow so that you will receive notifications once the new day's podcast is uploaded.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.

Today we reflect on the various ways we can generously give of ourselves to God, family, and friends.Today's reading comes from Luke 6:38.If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 19 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on the remarkable journey of his life. Source: Christian Brothers Publications. (2012). The Catholic Youth Bible (New American Bible, Third Edition). Christian Brothers Publications.Follow me on ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: @_bythewell⁠⁠ for more Advent InspirationIf you are enjoying this podcast, please follow so that you will receive notifications once the new day's podcast is uploaded.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.

On this 18th day of Advent, we will reflect on finding joy in the small moments and things around us daily.I recommend taking advantage of your own personal journey this Advent to start a Gratitude Journal, the practice of writing down 3 things you are grateful for daily.Today's reading comes from Luke 12:22-24.If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 18 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on the remarkable journey of his life. (DONE IS BETTER THAN PERFECT! This Advent Season, 2025, is a busy one, and some episodes might be recycled from a previous year. In other words, the day of the week might not line up perfectly with the actual date. I ask for your grace and pray you will still receive the message Jesus is sending to your heart as you listen to each episode.)Source: Christian Brothers Publications. (2012). The Catholic Youth Bible (New American Bible, Third Edition). Christian Brothers Publications.Follow me on ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: @_bythewell⁠⁠ for more Advent InspirationIf you are enjoying this podcast, please follow so that you will receive notifications once the new day's podcast is uploaded.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.

Today I ask you to find ways for you can find peace in God's nature all around us. Take time to go for a walk, observe the world around us.If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 17 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on the remarkable journey of his life. Source: Christian Brothers Publications. (2012). The Catholic Youth Bible (New American Bible, Third Edition). Christian Brothers Publications.Follow me on ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: @_bythewell⁠⁠ for more Advent InspirationIf you are enjoying this podcast, please follow so that you will receive notifications once the new day's podcast is uploaded.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.

Today we will reflect on how we can bring peace in our relationships during this Advent season.If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 16 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on the remarkable journey of his life.  Source: Christian Brothers Publications. (2012). The Catholic Youth Bible (New American Bible, Third Edition). Christian Brothers Publications.Follow me on ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: @_bythewell⁠⁠ for more Advent InspirationIf you are enjoying this podcast, please follow so that you will receive notifications once the new day's podcast is uploaded.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.

As we light the 3rd candle on our Advent Wreath, we start the week reflecting on the joy and anticipation felt by the shepherds who journeyed to see Jesus in Bethlehem.Today's reading comes from Luke 2: 10-12.If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 15 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on the remarkable journey of his life. Source: Christian Brothers Publications. (2012). The Catholic Youth Bible (New American Bible, Third Edition). Christian Brothers Publications.Follow me on ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: @_bythewell⁠⁠ for more Advent InspirationIf you are enjoying this podcast, please follow so that you will receive notifications once the new day's podcast is uploaded.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.

Welcome to day 14 of our Advent journey.Today we reflect on small, intentional acts of kindness that we can extend to others to bring peace in our lives, and in the lives of those around us.Today's reading is from Luke 6: 27-31. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 14 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on the remarkable journey of his life. Source: Christian Brothers Publications. (2012). The Catholic Youth Bible (New American Bible, Third Edition). Christian Brothers Publications.Follow me on ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: @_bythewell⁠⁠ for more Advent InspirationIf you are enjoying this podcast, please follow so that you will receive notifications once the new day's podcast is uploaded.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.

Welcome to day 13 of our Advent journey.Where Prayer is Talking to God, Meditation is Listening to God.God asks us to come before Him in prayer to bring to Him our worries, doubts, petitions, praise.During this time of Advent, let go to whatever does not bring you peace and set it at the feet of Jesus through prayer.Today's reading is from Luke 11: 1-4, 9-13.It is the first introduction of the Lord's Prayer.If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 13 of the Book of Luke today.By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on the remarkable journey of his life. Source: Christian Brothers Publications. (2012). The Catholic Youth Bible (New American Bible, Third Edition). Christian Brothers Publications.Follow me on ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: @_bythewell⁠⁠ for more Advent InspirationIf you are enjoying this podcast, please follow so that you will receive notifications once the new day's podcast is uploaded.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.

On this 12th day of Advent we extend our quiet mediation to exercise the practice of silence in order to better discern God's voice in our hearts.While reflecting on Luke 5:16, we see Jesus' example of finding quiet moments in our daily life.Today we reflect on ways we can cultivate peace through our moments of daily silence.If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 12 of the Book of Luke today.By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on the remarkable journey of his life. Source: Christian Brothers Publications. (2012). The Catholic Youth Bible (New American Bible, Third Edition). Christian Brothers Publications.Follow me on ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: @_bythewell⁠⁠ for more Advent InspirationIf you are enjoying this podcast, please follow so that you will receive notifications once the new day's podcast is uploaded.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.

Advent Day 11 (2025): Peace through SimplicityHappy Wednesday, the 11th day of Advent.Today we reflect on how simplicity can bring us peace.Today's reading is from Luke 10: 38-42, as we are reminded, like Martha, that sometimes we are too busy to be still, and God calls us to slow down to pay attention to Him.Today we reflect on ways we can cultivate peace through simplification.If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 11 of the Book of Luke today.By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on the remarkable journey of his life. Source: Christian Brothers Publications. (2012). The Catholic Youth Bible (New American Bible, Third Edition). Christian Brothers Publications.Follow me on ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: @_bythewell⁠⁠ for more Advent InspirationIf you are enjoying this podcast, please follow so that you will receive notifications once the new day's podcast is uploaded.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.

Today we reflect on the hope that forgiveness brings us.Forgiving others, asking forgiveness and forgiving ourselves.Reading is from Luke 6:37.If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 10 of the Book of Luke today.By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on the remarkable journey of his life.(DONE IS BETTER THAN PERFECT! This Advent Season, 2025, is a busy one, and some episodes might be recycled from a previous year. In other words, the day of the week might not line up perfectly with the actual date. I ask for your grace and pray you will still receive the message Jesus is sending to your heart as you listen to each episode.)Source: Christian Brothers Publications. (2012). The Catholic Youth Bible (New American Bible, Third Edition). Christian Brothers Publications.Follow me on ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: @_bythewell⁠⁠ for more Advent InspirationIf you are enjoying this podcast, please follow so that you will receive notifications once the new day's podcast is uploaded.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.