Where have you seen God today? Where has He shown up in your life this week? Did you recognize Him when the moment came and went? Join today's table podcast as we explore a little Latin phrase you've possibly never heard before. Coram Deo. It means "before the face of God" or "in the presence of God." All of life is lived out under the gaze of God. God is watching us and He invites us to look for Him, which means we could actually lock eyes with His gaze, multiple times each and every day. Imagine that. Or catch a swift glimpse of His shadow. Or find treasure He has Easter-egged somewhere along our daily path for us to discover. If you're not seeing God on a regular basis, could it be you're not really looking all that hard? Because God's invitation remains - "You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart." (Jeremiah 29:13) Take a break from your norm and play hide and go seek with your Creator. Featuring "I See You" by JJ Heller (Used by Permission through Musicbed).

A Conversation with Special Guest: Joël Malm Joël Malm has one of the coolest ministry jobs of anyone I know. As founder of Summit Leaders, he helps people conquer mountains. Some of those mountains appear on topographical maps; some arise in the mind or the heart In October 2025, Joël released his 7th book - Hiking the Clouds, subtitled The Journey to Mature Faith. And according to Joël, when the journey of faith leads into the clouds, it doesn't mean you're lost - it means your climbing. It's a joy to bring one of my favorite authors to the Table. So put on your hiking boots, grab your Bible out of your backpack, crack open 2 Peter chapter 1, and join us on the trail. You'll be glad you did.    Today's episode features music by today's special guest - Joël Malm with his song "Luminous".  (Used by Permission) https://www.joelmalm.com

Welcome to the first fresh Table of the year! During the 12 days of Christmas, I came across a sentence fragment recorded on my Notes App back in 2024. Just five words - "On the Precipice of Everything." And I wondered - "What was going in my life in that season that drew me to such a pinnacle of hope?" And then I thought, "Is there not a single solitary hour of our lives where those 5 words would not apply?"  And how especially fitting for all of us who have just completed our 21-day free trial of 2026. There's a different story going on right now than all the ones grabbing the headlines. A far better story. Our lives are truly on the precipice of everything. We've just got to look in the right place in order to see it. Today's episode features music by one of my favorite singer-songwriters, Taylor Leonhardt, with her song "Everything".  (Used by Permission) https://www.taylorleonhardt.com

Sometimes we all need to be still and let our souls catch up with our bodies. The One Who created the earth and everything in it, including you and me, designed us that way.  And our world, and our culture, and the news, and social media, and our phones, and our jobs and our choices and even our churches and good ministries are adding to that need for our souls to catch up.  We are not made for the pace we're living. So, how might Jesus be trying to get your attention?  And have you ever pursued what you thought to be His beckoning, only to wonder why He never quite seemed to be where you thought He was leading you to go? Today's Table features a two-week chase initiated by God across the Pacific Northwest featuring North Cascades, Olympic, and Mount Rainier National Parks that led to an unanticipated mountaintop and a conclusion not meant to be defined. Sometimes following Jesus is a mystery to be enjoyed rather than one to always be explained. Featuring "The Whole Thing" by Ellie Holcomb (Used by Permission through Musicbed).

A Conversation with Special Guest: Andrew Osenga I first met Andrew Osenga earlier this year at a retreat I was attending.  I walked up to him and asked, "How do you feel about Jesus' beatitudes?"  His ecstatic response led to an on-the-spot invitation to come to The Table. Andrew is a prolific creator.  He's a singer-songwriter who has released 3 albums that I know of within the last year.  He's an Indie artist, Major label Bandmember, Record Producer, Guitar Player, Label Executive, and a Nashville veteran in almost all areas of the music business.  He is also the Host of one of my top 10 favorite podcasts - The Pivot which returns sometime next week after a 5-year hiatus - and he has a brand new book coming out tomorrow, October 7, entitled How to Remember: Forgotten Pathways to an Authentic Faith. Andrew and I recorded this conversation early in September and immediately I was drawn in because we were talking about subjects that we both are passionate about, including Jesus' beatitudes, the music of Rich Mullins, and podcasts, among other things.  Come join us.  There's a place setting with your name on it. https://www.andrewosenga.com https://www.andrewosenga.com/substack-1 Featuring "The Love of Jesus" by Andrew Osenga (Used by Permission).

There's a quote from one of my favorite western movies I have taken to heart these past few months in light of all the escalating tension across our nation and around our world.  In a way I've never considered before, it sets the table for what might take place if we dared to follow Jesus' challenge of accepting Beatitude #7 - "Blessed are the peacemakers." (Matthew 5:9) "Don't force me to fight because you won't like my way of fighting." I get it.  There is much to be angry about right now.  There is a spiritual battle that is greater than any so-called culture war.  The kingdom of heaven, established by Jesus Christ, is advancing upon the earth.  And the forces of darkness are resisting.  Don't get suckered into using the same tactics as the enemy.  Fight the battle as Jesus taught us to fight. Resistance begins by spreading tables and inviting the opposition to break bread.Resistance begins by sowing seeds of kindness in the lives of others.Resistance begins by daring to fight the good fight in such a way that neither side will understand or appreciate it.Resist anyway.Viva la resistance! Featuring "Gardening" by JJ Heller (Used by Permission through Musicbed).

Out in the New Mexican landscape three Spanish words were carved in stone 442 years ago - “Pasó Por Aquí.”  Translation: “Passed this way.”  "Passed by here." Pasó Por Aquí.  You can breathe these words wherever you find yourself today. Because wherever your journey has taken you at this moment, Pasó Por Aquí is your testimony as well as mine.  It is the testimony of everyone who surrounds us.  We're just pilgrims passing through. Pasó Por Aquí.  Passed this way.  Passed by here.  It denotes the journey, not the destination.  The travel, not the arrival.  Pasó Por Aquí.  Bodies in motion walking across terra firma that never stops spinning.  Human satellites that seldom sit.  Pasó Por Aquí.  Even when standing still we're rotating at a 1000 miles per hour while speeding through space at 67,000 miles per hour.  Pasó Por Aquí.  You're not where you were when you started to read these words mere seconds ago.  Pasó Por Aquí.   Featuring "Pilgrim" by John Mark McMillan (Used by Permission through Musicbed). 

Where are the places that bring you life? If you were encouraged to come back to the places you know bring life, where would you go?  Where are the places that have awakened and reawakened you?  Where are the places that have brought deep sustenance and joy and wonder and curiosity to your life?  Where have you bumped into God? I reached out to some of my dearest friends and family members who I thought might appreciate that question, and the answers they offered are pure delight.  Special guests Lauren Myers, Andrew and Diana Barge, and Clark Cothern share their life-giving places.  And singer-songwriter Andrew Osenga gifts us with his incredible song "Beautiful Places."  This is an episode months in the making.  Come join in on this adventure of imagination and anticipation. "Beautiful Places" used by permission.

Are you picking up what God is laying down?  Are you picking it up every day, or only when you pick your Bible up?  Are you searching for treasure God places somewhere along your path each day?   Today's episode explores the spiritual discipline of journaling.  You may be surprised to discover there are many different ways to journal.  Find one that best helps you live more intentionally in your daily walk with Jesus.  Find one that can turn your life into an ongoing treasure hunt.   Today's episode features a bevy of quotes from G.K. Chesterton, Russ Ramsey, and several other authors, plus the song "Roaring Thunder" by John Mark McMillan   (Used by Permission through Musicbed).

Welcome to the first fresh Table of 2025.   A New Year is only an imaginary line on a calendar, but there's something about a fresh start that appeals to us.  I think it might be because we all know we need one.  The coming of the greatest fresh start the world has ever been offered was celebrated a few days ago.  And now, we have just stepped into a lesser one.  Brand new in some ways; same old in others.   Thanksgiving preceded Christmas and a New Year comes along like an encore to grant us one more song of gratitude.  To be grateful for the year that was.  To be grateful for whatever possibilities lie ahead.  To be grateful for the journey that will be.  One gratitude for what just happened.  The next for all we anticipate in the next 12 months.  The final gratitude for all we hope to be declaring one year from now.   Today's episode explores the season that has not quite left us yet.  The world may be hastening on; there is no need for our souls to join the rush.  You're invited one more time to "rest beside the weary road and hear the angels sing!"   Featuring "May You Find a Light" by Josh Garrels (Used by Permission through Musicbed).