The calendar says spring, yet the temperature outside still says winter. When I walked my dog this morning, I needed my winter coat, my hat and mittens. Minnesota fights the change from winter to spring. It simply does not want to let go. I realized that my heart is the same way. I get settled … More Shifting Seasons
There was a young boy who was being tutored under a high priest named Eli. Samuel lived with Eli to learn the ways of being a priest. Read 1 Samuel 1 for his backstory. During this time, God gave very few messages and visions were uncommon, see 1 Samuel 3:1. One particular night, God had … More A Whisper in The Night
People were waking up one Sunday morning with sad, bewildered hearts. What had just happened two days prior was too much for them. Their hope was gone. Or was it? Life can get dark and heavy, full of disappointments. One minute life is going along blissfully, and the next you are facing an unknown darkness, … More The Attitude of Your Heart
Judas, one of Jesus’ disciples, spent intimate time with Jesus listening to Him and seeing with his own eyes the power of His testimony. The day came where he would have deep regret. He allowed the enemy to lead him down a dark road. A road that he thought was the right road but wasn’t. … More A Change of Heart
Everyone faces challenges, some are excruciating while others are mere frustrations or disappointments. Right now, the people of Ukraine are facing dire hardships filled with grief. Their lives are being uprooted, and they do not know what tomorrow will bring. It is scary stuff. Whether facing a war scene, a funeral, a job loss, an … More Remedy for Hardship and Grief
Jesus was purposeful in preparing His disciples for His death. His time had come to be handed over to the enemy and pay the penalty for man’s sins. Jesus, who is sinless, chose to become sin so you and I can walk abundantly with Him in this world and into eternity, free from sin. Jesus’ … More One Choice Away from Kapow!
God never leaves you hanging. He may make you wait, but eventually He will bring clarity to any obscure area you face in life. Jesus never left His followers bewildered and confused. He did speak in parables which caused them to question Him, but eventually He would explain things so they could understand what He … More Preparing For Tomorrow
An important trait about Jesus Christ is that He never walked alone while on earth. He abided 24/7 with His Father. There is something to be said about this faithful communion between the Father and His Son. God is showing you and I how we are to abide too. Life has never been a solo … More Life is Not a Solo Act
Three little words that can get you into trouble with God are I don’t know. While not knowing what you want to eat for dinner is a neutral, non-detrimental decision, there are decisions that must be made when it involves relationships. In parenting, if you don’t have a plan in how you are going to … More The Shady “I Don’t Know”
Every morning when you wake up, you should plan your day around a wedding. A wedding you are planning on attending. You see, there is a wedding that is going to take place that is going to make Williams and Kate’s wedding look like it was a backyard barbecue. It will be the event of … More Intended Living
Carol J German 