Wars have been part of society since the beginning of time. Every generation has had to deal with them. Nobody likes them but they seem to be inevitable. They exist because of sin. They evolve due to sin’s strongholds on God’s creation. They are anchored in rebellion towards God. One would think the two world … More the War Zone
Everyone faces trials and tribulations of some kind. While we tend to balk at God for things that disrupt our days, they are actually good for us. We have the God who can take the very things that cause us to have meltdowns and redirect our attention to Him. We are more apt to see … More Hope Amidst The Chaos
“I am the true grapevine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch of mine that doesn’t produce fruit, and He prunes the branches that do bear fruit so they will produce even more. You have already been pruned and purified by the message I have given you. Remain in Me, and … More A Bond Like No Other
Has anyone tried to persuade you to believe something? Have they been unrelenting in getting you to see things differently, and your reply is, “No, I will get my help from this thing or that.” I wonder how Jesus feels when He works hard at pursuing you (and me) and you (as well as me) … More Mulish Determination
On February 11, 2024, the pastor of my church spoke on Mark 13. At the end of his sermon, Pastor Matt asked, “Where are you pushing Jesus behind?” It is a question that every believer must answer on a daily basis. Every believer faces the same battle, the battle between their flesh and their faith … More Move It Jesus!
Life in biblical times is no different than today. Sins that were present back then are the same today. You read how foolish man was in the Old Testament as well as the New Testament, and nothing has changed. God had to continuously give wake up calls before He destroyed the land that His disobedient … More It’s Time To Rise and Shine
Currently as I type this, my grandson is seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. His mother is birthing him. Soon, he will be leaving the only home he has known and entering into His calling that God has graciously orchestrated. Grandma is rather excited to meet him. The womb has been his … More A Light At The End of The Tunnel
The Apostle Paul knew something quite valuable. It matters what you think about. The tone of your inner voice sets the stage for your emotions and feelings. It keeps your heart in tune to God. When you carelessly allow your thoughts to sway from one random thing to the next, you cause God’s voice within … More What Do You Think About?
If only you could see the scope of God’s caring hand upon you moment-by-moment each day, you would live quite differently. Do you realize, I mean, really comprehend that God is with you all the time? There is never a moment when He is not walking with you, helping you to navigate in your day, … More God’s Caring Hand
Four teams are working hard in preparation for this weekend. Two football games will be held that will decide who goes to the Super Bowl. One of the teams has been an underdog for a very long time. This season, they are stepping up and fighting their way to the top. The Detroit Lions are … More Restore the Roar
Carol J German 