Corresponding Episode

#84 Thrive Where You’re Planted | Dr. Jen Bennett

In this episode from our She Impacts Culture Devotional Series, Corrie Heinrichs leads us through a powerful prayer and reflection session inspired by insights from episode #84 Thrive Where You’re Planted | Dr. Jen Bennett. Corrie explores the theme of thriving in the places where God has planted us, emphasizing the importance of seeking the welfare of our communities and finding fulfillment in our current locations.

Through scripture from Jeremiah 29:11-13 and heartfelt prayer, listeners are encouraged to recognize and embrace the purpose and potential of their present circumstances. Join us as we delve into a time of spiritual renewal, seeking to align our hearts with God's divine purpose and impact those around us with His love and grace. Grab a moment of peace, open your heart, and let's dive in together.

Jeremiah 29:11-13

ESV (English Standard Version)

"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will hear you. You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart."

NLT (New Living Translation)

"For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. In those days when you pray, I will listen. If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me."

NIV (New International Version)

"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart."

Ask yourself

"In what ways can I recognize and embrace the purpose and potential of my present location?"

Reflect

• Consider the plans God has for you and the future and hope promised in Jeremiah 29:11-13.
• Think about how you can seek the welfare of your city and make a positive impact right where you are.
• Meditate on the ways God has placed you in your current environment for a reason and how you can thrive in it.

Engage

• Identify one way you can make a positive impact in your current environment.
• It could be as simple as smiling and being friendly to your neighbors or volunteering your time in the community.
• Reach out to someone who feels uprooted or misplaced and offer them encouragement and support.

Pray

1. Pray for a deeper understanding and appreciation of where God has placed you, recognizing His hand at work in your surroundings.
2. Ask God to open doors for you to serve and make a difference within your community that reflects His love.
3. Seek personal transformation so that your heart may become more aligned with God's purpose for you right where you are.