The disciples of Jesus enjoyed getting the inside scoop on what the Kingdom of God was all about. As they spent time in the presence of Jesus, they soon discovered that the Kingdom isn’t about a place like heaven or a church building, it is so much more. They came to understand that the Kingdom … More Getting the Inside Scoop
Each day has its own trials, and in those trials you try your best to keep the faith. What am I to learn Lord? What are you showing me? How would Jesus respond? You ask the Spirit to give you a nugget of truth from His Word. Refresh my memory Holy Spirit. You are needing … More Rest Area Just Ahead
What does the Gospel look like when it is moving between heaven and human hearts? God gives a glimpse in Luke 9:7-17 by revealing how the Spirit stirs hearts to seek Jesus. Herod, the ruler of Galilee, heard about Jesus and His miracles. He was puzzled over the varying opinions of who people thought Jesus … More The Gospel Set in Motion
Every one of us has been mistreated, ignored, forgotten, or pushed aside at some point in life. So much so that it gives way to you thinking you don’t measure up. Because of this, you keep hurts dormant deep within your heart. Maybe you pretend you haven’t been hurt, or they don’t matter so you … More It’s OK if You Don’t Measure Up
God gives every person the chance to discover the love that He has for all people. You find it when you follow His Son Jesus. When Jesus walked on earth, He spoke truth, taught truth, and demonstrated truth that is wrapped in unconditional love. Wherever He went, people could come and listen. He made Himself … More The Woes of Expectations
In Luke 7:1-10, a roman officer had a problem that needed an answer. This officer was a man who lived in good standing in his community and with his household. One of his slaves became very sick and nothing seemed to help him get better. The officer wanted to help him but couldn’t with his … More Steps to Finding Answers
There is nothing ambiguous about God’s love. God wants nothing more than for you to know Him, so He makes Himself real to you so unity between the two of you can happen. The love that He has for you goes unmatched. There is nothing that rivals it. The one key play that proves that … More Unambiguous Love
In Exodus, God revealed something about Himself that sets Him apart from everyone and everything. He speaks to Moses in 3:14, “I AM WHO I AM. Say this to the people of Israel: I AM has sent me to you.” Notice how God spoke in present tense. I AM God. I AM Sovereign. I AM … More I AM Like No Other
Jesus didn’t waste any time during His public ministry. He used every opportunity to help those around Him to embrace something new. What’s new? Jesus Himself. People were of the Old Testament rules and laws, but now Jesus came on the scene to be the new way to connecting to God. In Luke 5:33-39, Jesus … More Embracing Something New
I hope you have seen the the hand of God in these past two weeks while I was away. It is good to know that God walks with you in all your moments. He never leaves your side. Today, I was going to get back to writing what God wants you and I to know … More Life Changes in A Moment
Carol J German 