Wherever We Land

Some people need coffee. Some need complete silence. Me? I need a good beat with a message of hope—or a powerful word through an inspirational podcast—to carry me through my workday.

I’ve found that listening to uplifting music, especially contemporary gospel and Christian music, completely transforms my work environment. There’s something about a praise-filled melody or a soul-stirring lyric that keeps me grounded, calm, and connected to what truly matters—God’s presence and peace. Whether I’m working on something creative, answering emails, or just going through the motions of the day, gospel music breathes fresh energy into my spirit.

There are days when a song reminds me to be grateful, or when a chorus lifts me out of a mental fog and puts a smile on my face. It’s like having a personal cheerleader in my ear—except the cheerleader is Jesus reminding me, “You got this because I got you.”

And let’s talk about my lunch break—that sacred little pocket of time in the middle of the day. That’s when I plug into an inspirational podcast. I love those moments of hearing someone speak truth, encouragement, or just give a little wisdom to carry me through the rest of my shift. It’s my midday reboot.

I could be eating my lunch and listening to a devotional-style podcast, or a motivational message about walking in faith, staying grounded, or trusting God through the daily grind. Those few minutes help me refocus. I don’t just feed my body—I feed my soul.

By the time I finish lunch and get ready to dive back into work, I feel lighter. Rejuvenated. Ready to finish the day strong.

I think we all need something positive and life-giving to get us through our routines. For me, it’s faith-filled music and podcasts that remind me that even in the busiest, most draining workday, I’m never walking through it alone. God is always with me, and these little moments of worship and inspiration are my way of staying connected to Him.

If your workday has been feeling a little heavy, I encourage you to try this: fill your space with some worship music or a quick uplifting podcast. You just might find yourself smiling a little more—and working with a little more peace and purpose.

Once I’ve reached the end of my work week and have stayed inspired by all the beautiful music, uplifting podcast content then I’m ready to head off to a great camping adventure.