
Daily Encounter Guide: Meeting God Every Day
1. Be Still (5-10 min)
“Be still, and know that I am God.” – Psalm 46:10
“Be still, and know that I am God.” – Psalm 46:10
- Quiet your heart.
- Take deep breaths.
- Acknowledge God's presence.
- Say, "Holy Spirit, I welcome You."
2. Worship & Thanksgiving (5-15 min)
“Enter His gates with thanksgiving, and His courts with praise…” – Psalm 100:4
“Enter His gates with thanksgiving, and His courts with praise…” – Psalm 100:4
- Play worship music or sing spontaneously.
- Thank God for who He is and what He’s done.
- Write down three things you’re grateful for.
3. Word Encounter (10-20 min)
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” – Psalm 119:105
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” – Psalm 119:105
- Read a passage from the Bible (suggested plans below).
- Ask: “Holy Spirit, what are You saying to me?”
- Journal insights, questions, or highlights.
Suggested Reading Patterns:
- Psalms + Proverbs daily.
- 1 Gospel chapter a day.
- Follow a yearly Bible plan.
4. Waiting & Listening (5-10 min)
“My sheep hear My voice…” – John 10:27
Sit quietly after reading!
Ask:
“My sheep hear My voice…” – John 10:27
Sit quietly after reading!
Ask:
- "Jesus, what do You want me to know today?"
- "Father, how do You see me?"
- Write what you sense or hear in your heart.
5. Pray the Word (10-15 min)
“Pray without ceasing.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:17
“Pray without ceasing.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:17
- Pray out Scriptures from your reading.
- Speak in tongues (if Spirit-filled).
- Intercede for others as led.
Prayer Focus Options:
- Yourself (identity, purpose, how God sees you)
- Family
- Leaders & Church
- City & Nation
- Revival & the lost
6. Declare & Activate (5-10 min)
“You will also declare a thing, and it will be established for you…” – Job 22:28
“You will also declare a thing, and it will be established for you…” – Job 22:28
- Speak out promises and truth.
- Declare your identity: “I am a child of God. I walk in power, love, and soundness of mind.”
- Take one Spirit-led action today: forgive, bless, share, give, encourage, etc.
7. End with Intimacy
“You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.” – Jeremiah 29:13
“You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.” – Jeremiah 29:13
- Ask Holy Spirit to remain close throughout your day.
- Close with: “Abba, I love You. Walk with me today.”