The Wisdom Calling Podcast
Wisdom is calling...are you listening?
In a world overwhelmed by information but starving for wisdom, The Wisdom Calling Podcast offers a different voice—one rooted in the timeless truths of Scripture.
Hosted by author and leadership coach Dr. Bobo Beck, this podcast helps Christian professionals cultivate God’s wisdom in life and work by thinking more critically and living more strategically. Each episode follows the Wisdom Calling devotional series, guiding listeners through the Bible in chronological order.
With a focus on workplace-relevant themes like success, rest, leadership, wealth, debt, and generosity, Bobo explores how ancient wisdom still speaks to today’s fast-paced, high-pressure world. Whether you’re leading a team, growing a business, or just seeking clarity in your next decision, The Wisdom Calling Podcast is a companion for discernment in the details.
The Wisdom Calling Podcast
Meditate for Success
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In this episode of the Wisdom Calling podcast, Dr. Bobo Beck explores the biblical practice of meditation and its connection with success in our daily endeavors. Beck begins by discussing the rising popularity of meditation in our society, noting the popularity of meditation apps like Calm and Headspace. He then turns to the Bible to examine how Joshua, a leader in the Old Testament, used meditation to achieve success in his endeavors.
Beck explains that the Hebrew word for "meditate" in the Bible means "to moan, utter, speak, or muse." He argues that meditation, in the biblical sense, is not about finding oneself or becoming one with the universe. Instead, it is a practice of "posturing the mind and life firmly in God Himself." Beck also emphasizes that Joshua specifically correlated this kind of biblical meditation to success in life endeavors and to spiritual prosperity.
Beck concludes the episode by discussing the importance of defining success in a God-centered way. He argues that success, from God's perspective, is more about being immersed in His Word and being faithful to apply it in our everyday lives. He encourages listeners to develop or replace their affirmations with statements that are centered on God's truth.
Key takeaways from the episode:
- Meditation, in the biblical sense, is a practice of "posturing the mind and life firmly in God Himself."
- Success, from God's perspective, is more about being immersed in His Word and being faithful to apply it in our everyday lives.
Call to action:
- Consider developing or replacing your affirmations with statements that are centered on God's truth.
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