The Week Ahead with Ken Robinson | Daily Christian Encouragement

The Week Ahead with Ken Robinson | Daily Christian Encouragement

by Ken Robinson
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Season 50
Trusting God When You Don’t Know What’s Ahead | Christian Faith
Sometimes the hardest part of moving forward is simply not knowing what comes next. You’ve done what you can, prayed about it, had the conversation, and now you’re waiting. It’s easy for your mind to run ahead and start worrying about things that haven’t even happened. In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast, Ken Robinson talks about trusting God when the future feels uncertain and remembering that where you are today isn’t necessarily where you’ll stay. Drawing on Philippians chapter one, verse six, Ken offers a simple reminder that God is still at work, even when you can’t see what He’s doing or understand where things are heading. This is a practical conversation about Christian faith in everyday life. It’s about doing what you can today, letting go of what you can’t control, and finding some peace while you wait. You’ll hear about: * Bringing your thoughts back to what you can actually do today * Trusting God with decisions and circumstances outside your control * Finding peace when your mind keeps running ahead * Using simple, honest prayer when you don’t know what to say * Looking towards the week ahead with quiet hope You don’t need to have everything sorted before you can enjoy today. There can still be good conversations, ordinary moments and unexpected answers ahead. Have a listen, and if someone you know is facing an uncertain week, please share this episode with them. If you’ve been enjoying the podcast, maybe think of one person in your life who could benefit from these daily episodes. Share it with them. And if you have a moment, one of the biggest ways podcasts grow is through reviews. Platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify use reviews as a signal to show the podcast to more people. So the more reviews the podcast receives, the more it gets shared, and the more people can hear it and be helped. If you’d like to leave one, please head to kenrobinson.com/review, where you can easily click through to your preferred platform to leave a review. If you are happy to write a review, thank you!
S50 · E5
Sep 17, 2026
9:03
Small Daily Habits That Help You Grow in Faith and Find Peace
Some days get away from you. You mean to pray, handle things better, make a wiser choice or finally deal with something you’ve been putting off — and suddenly the day is nearly over. The good news is, you don’t have to change everything at once. Sometimes real change begins with one small choice. In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast, Ken Robinson looks at how small daily habits can help you grow in faith, find greater peace and become more intentional about the way you respond to everyday life. Drawing on practical examples and Scripture, Ken explores how prayer, wisdom and simple choices can gradually change the way we handle pressure, relationships, mistakes and difficult situations. You’ll hear why it can help to: Spend a few quiet minutes with God before the day gets busy Ask God for wisdom before reacting or making a decision Start again when you get something wrong Notice habits that keep creating the same problems Take one small, practical step instead of trying to fix everything at once Christian living isn’t about getting everything right every day. It’s about learning to trust God, seek His wisdom and keep moving forward. You may not be able to change every situation around you, but God can help you respond differently. And sometimes that small change can make a much bigger difference than you expect. Have a listen, and if you know someone who could use a little encouragement in their faith and everyday life, please share this episode with them. If you’ve been enjoying the podcast, maybe think of one person in your life who could benefit from these daily episodes. Share it with them. And if you have a moment, one of the biggest ways podcasts grow is through reviews. Platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify use reviews as a signal to show the podcast to more people. So the more reviews the podcast receives, the more it gets shared, and the more people can hear it and be helped. If you’d like to leave one, please head to kenrobinson.com/review, where you can easily click through to your preferred platform to leave a review. If you are happy to write a review, thank you!
S50 · E4
Sep 16, 2026
9:12
Leaving Yesterday’s Mistakes Behind: Finding Grace and Peace
Sometimes a mistake follows you around long after the moment has passed. You’ve apologised, you’ve tried to put things right, and yet you find yourself standing at the sink or lying awake at night, going over it again. In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast, Ken Robinson talks about leaving yesterday’s mistakes in the past and accepting God’s grace when guilt and regret keep returning. Drawing on everyday moments from his own marriage with Wendy, Ken looks at what it means to admit when you’ve got something wrong, make things right where you can, and then trust God enough to move forward. Romans chapter eight reminds us there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. That doesn’t mean pretending our mistakes don’t matter. Sometimes there’s an apology to make, a conversation to have, or something we need to change. But after we’ve taken responsibility, we don’t need to keep punishing ourselves for what God has forgiven. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Dealing honestly with guilt and regret Making things right after hurting someone you love Accepting God’s forgiveness instead of replaying yesterday A simple, practical approach to prayer when guilt returns Finding peace and trusting God as you get on with today If something from yesterday has been weighing on you, take a few quiet minutes to listen. And perhaps share this episode with someone who could use the same encouragement. If you’ve been enjoying the podcast, maybe think of one person in your life who could benefit from these daily episodes. Share it with them. And if you have a moment, one of the biggest ways podcasts grow is through reviews. Platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify use reviews as a signal to show the podcast to more people. So the more reviews the podcast receives, the more it gets shared, and the more people can hear it and be helped. If you’d like to leave one, please head to kenrobinson.com/review, where you can easily click through to your preferred platform to leave a review. If you are happy to write a review, thank you!
S50 · E3
Sep 15, 2026
9:35
Asking God for Favour in Your Work, Family and Everyday Life
Sometimes life becomes less about living well and more about simply getting through the day. There’s work to finish, bills to pay, family concerns sitting in the back of your mind… and prayers can slowly become, “God, just help me get through this.” But prayer can be more than survival. In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast, Ken Robinson reflects on what it means to ask God boldly for His favour, wisdom and help in your work and family life. It’s about bringing the ordinary things to God — the job opportunity you’re hoping for, the difficult conversation at home, the decision you’re unsure about — while learning to trust Him with the outcome you can’t control. Drawing on simple encouragement from Psalm ninety, James chapter one and Proverbs chapter three, Ken explores a down-to-earth approach to Christian living and prayer that leaves room for both action and trust in God. You’ll hear practical encouragement about: Asking God for wisdom when you genuinely don’t know what to do. Praying specifically for favour and open doors without demanding an outcome. Knowing what you can act on — and what you need to leave with God. Finding greater peace when work or family concerns keep running through your mind at night. Taking simple, faithful steps in everyday life while trusting God with what happens next. You don’t have to carry every outcome yourself. You can ask God honestly for what you need, do what’s yours to do today, and trust Him with the things beyond your control. Have a listen, and if someone comes to mind who might need this encouragement today, please share the episode with them. If you’ve been enjoying the podcast, maybe think of one person in your life who could benefit from these daily episodes. Share it with them. And if you have a moment, one of the biggest ways podcasts grow is through reviews. Platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify use reviews as a signal to show the podcast to more people. So the more reviews the podcast receives, the more it gets shared, and the more people can hear it and be helped. If you’d like to leave one, please head to kenrobinson.com/review, where you can easily click through to your preferred platform to leave a review. If you are happy to write a review, thank you!
S50 · E2
Sep 14, 2026
9:04
Starting Your Morning With God: Prayer, Trust and Everyday Peace
Some mornings feel heavy before they’ve really begun. A bill on the bench, an unanswered message, or something you’ve been worrying about overnight can follow you straight into a new day. In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast, Ken Robinson reflects on what it can mean to start your morning with God before worry gets the first word. It’s not about pretending everything is fine or trying to create the perfect morning. It’s about making a little room for prayer, recognising what you can control, and trusting God with what you can’t. Drawing gently from Psalms and Proverbs, Ken explores faith in everyday life through the ordinary things that can occupy your thoughts before breakfast. You’ll hear some simple ways to: Begin the morning with a short, honest prayer. Deal with what’s actually in front of you rather than what might happen. Recognise the things you simply can’t control. Find a little more peace by trusting God with an uncertain day. Make space for Christian living that feels natural and practical. Sometimes a fresh start is nothing dramatic. It may simply be saying, “Good morning, Lord,” before reaching for your phone. Have a listen, and if someone comes to mind who might need a quieter start to their day, share this episode with them. If you’ve been enjoying the podcast, maybe think of one person in your life who could benefit from these daily episodes. Share it with them. And if you have a moment, one of the biggest ways podcasts grow is through reviews. Platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify use reviews as a signal to show the podcast to more people. So the more reviews the podcast receives, the more it gets shared, and the more people can hear it and be helped. If you’d like to leave one, please head to kenrobinson.com/review, where you can easily click through to your preferred platform to leave a review. If you are happy to write a review, thank you!
S50 · E1
Sep 13, 2026
8:50
Season 49
Trusting God When Answers to Prayer Take Longer Than You Hoped
Some prayers are answered quickly. Others stay with us for years. When you’ve prayed for something deeply important, and nothing seems to change, trusting God can become difficult. You may still believe, but you can also feel tired, disappointed and unsure of what breakthrough is supposed to look like. In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast, Ken Robinson shares the deeply personal story of his daughter Victoria’s 16-year journey with a brain tumour, and the prayers offered by his family, friends and Christians over many years. Now, after years of waiting, they are finally seeing signs of healing. But Ken reflects on something just as important: God was present during the waiting too. Drawing on Isaiah 41:10 — “Do not fear, for I am with you… I will strengthen you and help you” — Ken explores what it means to trust God when the obstacle hasn’t disappeared. Sometimes breakthrough is the situation changing. Sometimes it is receiving the peace, strength and grace to face another day. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Trusting God when prayer seems unanswered Finding peace when you cannot control the outcome Recognising God’s presence during long seasons of waiting How difficult experiences can shape character Taking the next step in faith without knowing what comes next If you’re carrying something that has been part of your prayers for months or even years, this episode is a gentle reminder that you do what is yours to do, and leave with God what only God can do. Listen today, and share it with someone who may need encouragement to keep trusting God for the road ahead. If you’ve been enjoying the podcast, maybe think of one person in your life who could benefit from these daily episodes. Share it with them. And if you have a moment, one of the biggest ways podcasts grow is through reviews. Platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify use reviews as a signal to show the podcast to more people. So the more reviews the podcast receives, the more it gets shared, and the more people can hear it and be helped. If you’d like to leave one, please head to kenrobinson.com/review, where you can easily click through to your preferred platform to leave a review. If you are happy to write a review, thank you!
S49 · E5
Sep 10, 2026
9:16
When God Doesn't Remove the Struggle: Learning to Trust Him
Sometimes you pray for something to change, but it doesn’t. The health problem remains. The relationship is still difficult. The uncertainty hasn’t lifted. And after a while, you may quietly wonder what God is doing — or whether He’s doing anything at all. In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast, Ken Robinson reflects on why God sometimes delivers you from a struggle, while at other times He allows you to walk through it. Drawing gently from Romans chapter five, Ken explores how difficult circumstances can develop perseverance, character and hope — without pretending that suffering is easy or that every hardship has a simple explanation. This is a calm, practical conversation about trusting God when life doesn’t change as quickly as you hoped. It looks at honest prayer, accepting what you cannot control, and taking the small steps that are yours to take today. You’ll hear about: Praying honestly when you’re tired of carrying the same problem Knowing what you can change — and what you need to leave with God Finding peace when another person or situation remains beyond your control How perseverance and faith can grow through everyday difficulties Trusting that God can still be at work when the struggle remains If you’re facing something you wish God would simply take away, this episode offers some quiet encouragement for Christian living and faith in everyday life. Have a listen today, and if someone comes to mind who may need this encouragement, please share the episode with them. If you’ve been enjoying the podcast, maybe think of one person in your life who could benefit from these daily episodes. Share it with them. And if you have a moment, one of the biggest ways podcasts grow is through reviews. Platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify use reviews as a signal to show the podcast to more people. So the more reviews the podcast receives, the more it gets shared, and the more people can hear it and be helped. If you’d like to leave one, please head to kenrobinson.com/review, where you can easily click through to your preferred platform to leave a review. If you are happy to write a review, thank you!
S49 · E4
Sep 9, 2026
9:47
Feeling Overwhelmed? Finding Strength and Rest in God
Some days, even the simple things feel like hard work. There’s a bill to pay, a message to answer, work that can’t wait, and a mind that won’t switch off. When you’re already tired, carrying one more thing can feel like too much. In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast, Ken Robinson talks about what it means to turn to God when you feel overwhelmed, worn out, or simply have nothing left in the tank. Drawing on Jesus’ words in Matthew chapter eleven, Ken reflects on finding rest in God without pretending that every problem will suddenly disappear. This is a gentle mid-week reminder that you don’t have to solve everything today. Christian living isn’t about having endless strength. Sometimes faith in everyday life looks like taking one small step, accepting what you can’t control, and bringing the rest honestly to God in prayer. You’ll hear practical encouragement about: Recognising when you’re carrying too much Taking one simple, manageable step today Letting go of things you can’t control Finding peace through simple, honest prayer Trusting God with tomorrow while dealing with today If life feels heavy right now, this episode offers a quiet place to stop and remember that you can come to God exactly as you are — tired, worried, and unsure what comes next. Have a listen today, and share it with someone who may need a little encouragement too. If you’ve been enjoying the podcast, maybe think of one person in your life who could benefit from these daily episodes. Share it with them. And if you have a moment, one of the biggest ways podcasts grow is through reviews. Platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify use reviews as a signal to show the podcast to more people. So the more reviews the podcast receives, the more it gets shared, and the more people can hear it and be helped. If you’d like to leave one, please head to kenrobinson.com/review, where you can easily click through to your preferred platform to leave a review. If you are happy to write a review, thank you!
S49 · E3
Sep 8, 2026
9:06
Finding Peace When Relationships Are Strained | Christian Faith
Relationships can get complicated. A comment at work can rub you the wrong way. Someone in the family might go quiet. A friendship can become awkward, and before long you’re replaying conversations in your head and wondering what you should say next. In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast, Ken Robinson talks about navigating strained relationships without taking responsibility for things you simply can’t control. Drawing on Romans chapter twelve, verse eighteen, Ken considers what it means to do your part, ask God for wisdom, set healthy boundaries, and then leave another person’s response in God’s hands. This is a practical conversation about Christian living when relationships aren’t easy. It’s about knowing when to speak, when to apologise, when to give someone some space, and when another person’s choices are no longer yours to carry. You’ll hear about: How to respond calmly when someone has upset or misunderstood you Knowing the difference between your responsibility and theirs Bringing frustration and hurt honestly to God in prayer Setting healthy boundaries without becoming bitter Finding peace and trusting God when a relationship remains unresolved You may not be able to fix a difficult relationship today. But you can ask, “Lord, how do You want me to handle my part in this?” If you’re dealing with tension at home, at work, or with someone you care about, take a few quiet minutes to listen. And if someone comes to mind who might need this today, share the episode with them. If you’ve been enjoying the podcast, maybe think of one person in your life who could benefit from these daily episodes. Share it with them. And if you have a moment, one of the biggest ways podcasts grow is through reviews. Platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify use reviews as a signal to show the podcast to more people. So the more reviews the podcast receives, the more it gets shared, and the more people can hear it and be helped. If you’d like to leave one, please head to kenrobinson.com/review, where you can easily click through to your preferred platform to leave a review. If you are happy to write a review, thank you!
S49 · E2
Sep 7, 2026
9:25
Turning to God When an Everyday Tasks Feels Hard to Start
Some days, the hardest thing isn’t knowing what to do. It’s finding the willingness to actually begin. Maybe there’s a phone call you’ve been avoiding, an email waiting for an answer, or a job sitting on your desk that feels heavier than it should. You know you’re capable of doing it, but something inside you keeps putting it off. In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast, Ken Robinson reflects on how Christian faith can meet you right there — in the ordinary tasks you’d rather avoid. Drawing on Colossians chapter three, Ken explores what it can look like to turn to God before you feel motivated, ask for help with the next step, and trust God with the outcome you can’t control. This is a gentle reminder that prayer doesn’t have to wait for a crisis. Faith in everyday life can be as simple as telling God, “I don’t want to do this today. Please help me begin.” In this episode, you’ll hear about: Bringing an ordinary, difficult task to God in prayer Taking one practical step when motivation is low Recognising the difference between responsibility and control Trusting God with other people’s responses and uncertain outcomes Finding greater peace by asking God for strength for what’s in front of you If you’re feeling tired, reluctant, worried about an outcome, or simply struggling to get started today, this episode offers some quiet encouragement for Christian living, prayer, trust in God, and faith in everyday life. Have a listen, and if someone comes to mind who might need this encouragement today, please share the episode with them. If you’ve been enjoying the podcast, maybe think of one person in your life who could benefit from these daily episodes. Share it with them. And if you have a moment, one of the biggest ways podcasts grow is through reviews. Platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify use reviews as a signal to show the podcast to more people. So the more reviews the podcast receives, the more it gets shared, and the more people can hear it and be helped. If you’d like to leave one, please head to kenrobinson.com/review, where you can easily click through to your preferred platform to leave a review. If you are happy to write a review, thank you!
S49 · E1
Sep 6, 2026
9:44
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