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A meditative Bible reading to help you gently drift to sleep.
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Send me a message The Israelites conquer Jericho after its walls collapse following God’s instructions to march around the city, sparing Rahab and her family as promised. However, their attempt to take Ai fails because of Achan’s sin, which brings judgment on the people until he is punished. With God’s guidance restored, Joshua leads a successful ambush against Ai, destroying the city and renewing the covenant by reading the law to all Israel. Soon after, neighboring kings unite against Israe...
Send me a message In Luke chapters 1 and 2, the angel Gabriel announces the miraculous births of John the Baptist and of Jesus, preparing the way for God’s salvation. John is born to Zechariah and Elizabeth, while Jesus is born to Mary and Joseph in Bethlehem, heralded by angels and visited by shepherds. These chapters highlight God’s faithfulness, the fulfillment of prophecy, and the arrival of the Messiah. Support the show Or help support the show by going to buymeacoffee.com/heavenly...
Send me a message Joshua is charged with leading the Israelites into the promised land, encouraged by God to be strong and courageous. The people prepare to cross the Jordan, and spies are sent into Jericho, where Rahab protects them and secures safety for her family. Miraculously, the Jordan River parts, allowing the Israelites to cross on dry ground, and memorial stones are set up to remember God’s power. Once across, the people renew their covenant through circumcision and celebrate Passov...
Send me a message As we finish the book of Deuteronomy and prepare to go into Joshua, I thought it would be nice to take break this week and read some Christian poetry. I've chosen ten poems from this book, Religious Poems by Various, about God's grace, peace, and thankfulness. I hope they bring you blessed dreams! Support the show Or help support the show by going to buymeacoffee.com/heavenlybtpc or paypal.me/KatieSoks Follow on Instagram @heavenly_podcast You can also support us wit...
Send me a message In these final chapters, Moses prepares the Israelites for his departure, appointing Joshua as his successor and encouraging the people to remain faithful to God. He delivers a prophetic song and blessing, warning of future rebellion but affirming God's enduring mercy. Moses then ascends Mount Nebo, where he views the Promised Land from afar. The book concludes with his death, marking the end of his leadership and the beginning of a new chapter for Israel. Support the show O...
Send me a message *Disclaimer: some of the curses in these chapters are intense, i.e. - people eating their own children out of starvation* These chapters emphasize the covenant between God and Israel, urging the people to obey His commandments and warning of blessings for obedience and curses for disobedience. Moses instructs the Israelites to reaffirm the covenant upon entering the Promised Land, including a dramatic ceremony on Mount Gerizim and Mount Ebal. The text underscores the i...
Send me a message These chapters outline practical laws that promote justice, compassion, and holiness in daily life. They include instructions on protecting property, sexual ethics, marriage, and community responsibility. The text also emphasizes care for the poor, fair treatment of workers, honest business practices, and the importance of offerings and covenant renewal. Through these commands, Israel is called to reflect God's character in every aspect of their society. Support the show Or ...
Send me a message Chapters 18 to 21outline laws and guidance for Israel’s spiritual, judicial, and social life. Chapter 18 emphasizes the role of the Levites, condemns pagan practices, and foretells a prophet like Moses. Chapter 19 introduces cities of refuge and laws about justice and false witnesses. Chapter 20 provides instructions for warfare, including exemptions and ethical treatment of conquered cities. Chapter 21 addresses unresolved murders, rights of captive women, inheritance laws,...
Send me a message A soothing reading of chapters 13-17 in Deuteronomy. These passages emphasize the importance of remaining faithful to God by rejecting idolatry, even when it’s promoted by prophets, loved ones, or entire communities. They establish laws for clean and unclean foods, tithing, and caring for the poor, especially during the sabbatical year. Instructions are given for celebrating key religious festivals and appointing fair judges to uphold justice. Guidelines for future kings str...
Send me a message Moses reminds the Israelites that their success in taking the Promised Land isn’t because they’re better than others, but because of God’s promises and the wickedness of the nations they’ll replace. He recalls their past mistakes, like worshiping the golden calf, and how he prayed for God not to destroy them. Moses urges them to love and obey God with all their heart, promising blessings for faithfulness and warnings for disobedience. He also tells them to worship only in th...
Send me a message A calming reading of chapters 5 to 8 in Deuteronomy. Moses reminds the Israelites of God's commandments and the covenant they made, urging them to obey for their own well-being. He calls them to love God with all their heart and soul, and to pass His teachings down through generations. The people are warned against adopting foreign gods and are reminded of their special status as God's chosen. Finally, they’re told to remember God's care during their hardships and not ...
Send me a message We’re starting the book of Deuteronomy! Chapters 1 to 4. Moses recounts Israel’s journey from Mount Sinai through the wilderness, highlighting their failures and God’s guidance. He recalls their peaceful passage through certain lands and their victories over kings Sihon and Og, emphasizing God's provision and justice. In chapter 4, Moses urges the Israelites to obey God’s laws, avoid idolatry, and remember their unique covenant with the one true God. Support the show O...
Send me a message I hope this reading of a few different Psalms (Psalms 23, 27, 33, 34, 50, 118) brings you some peace and rest, and reflection on God's love and faithfulness. Support the show Or help support the show by going to buymeacoffee.com/heavenlybtpc or paypal.me/KatieSoks Follow on Instagram @heavenly_podcast You can also support us with ratings, kind words, & sharing this podcast with loved ones. Heavenly Bedtime is produced, hosted, and edited by Katie. Theme song an...
Send me a message I hope you enjoy this calm reading of the last few chapters of the book of Numbers. Moses was commanded by God to keep record of everywhere the Israelites camped after they escapes from Egypt, so we go through the record of where they stayed along their journey. The people are given clear boundaries in which to divide the land they are to live in. God commands the people to create "cities of refuge", where someone can go for safety if they have unintentionally killed someone...
Send me a message A calm reading of chapters 28 to 32 of the book of Numbers. God gives Moses the rules to follow for what to give as sacrifices during different festivals all through the year. The clans of Gad and Reuben want some land that was good for their flocks, but that was not the land the people of Israel are supposed to conquer and go to, but they promise to fight for Israel and they will come back to the land after they have won for the Lord. Support the show Or help support ...
Send me a message A calm reading of chapters 24 to 27 of the book of Numbers. The people of Israel sin in the land of Moab, God orders another registration of all the men who are able to fight for Israel, a man had no sons, only daughters and Moses is instructed to give the daughters the same inheritance a son would have received. Support the show Or help support the show by going to buymeacoffee.com/heavenlybtpc or paypal.me/KatieSoks Follow on Instagram @heavenly_podcast You can als...
Send me a message I hope you enjoy this soothing reading of the story of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, as told in the book of Mark, chapters 14 to 16. Support the show Or help support the show by going to buymeacoffee.com/heavenlybtpc or paypal.me/KatieSoks Follow on Instagram @heavenly_podcast You can also support us with ratings, kind words, & sharing this podcast with loved ones. Heavenly Bedtime is produced, hosted, and edited by Katie. Theme song and music by ...
Send me a message A relaxing reading of chapters 20 to 23 of the book of Numbers. God gives Moses and Aaron instruction to strike a rock with a staff to provide water for the people. It comes time for Aaron to pass, and with this, he passes on his priestly things to his son, Eleaszar. We also get to hear about Balaam, and his donkey that God allowed to speak. Support the show Or help support the show by going to buymeacoffee.com/heavenlybtpc or paypal.me/KatieSoks Follow on Instagram @...
Send me a message A soothing reading of chapters 16 to 19 of the book of Numbers. The Lord has to demonstrate to the people of Israel repeatedly that He has chosen Moses to guide them. Those who rebel against the Lord get swallowed up by the earth or die in some other way. God continues to give instruction for how the Levites are to run things and give offerings and take their share of the offerings in the Tabernacle. Support the show Or help support the show by going to buymeacoffee.co...
Send me a message A calming reading of chapters 12 to 15 of the book of Numbers. The people of Israel send out scouts to see what the land is like that God has promised them, but the scouts return and instill fear into the people, therefore God punishes them for the lack of faith in His provision and power. So God tells the people that because they went to see the land for 40 days, now they will wonder the desert for 40 years. Support the show Or help support the show by going to buymea...
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