The deception that took place in the Garden of Eden has caused the greatest travesty to take place on a global scale. Every person born is born into slavery. This world is dark and decaying because of sin. There is no possible way for a man to save himself. He needs a hero, a savior, … More The Releasing of Captives
God loves you. He doesn’t just love a part of you, He loves all of you. His love has a requirement attached to it. You are called to love God in return. He wants you to respond to the love that He offers every person. Let’s look at Psalm 146 to get a glimpse into … More A Mind-Blowing Reality
Our days are filled with much activity. So much so that we find it difficult to focus on one thing at a time. When was the last time you had a conversation with someone where you did not get interrupted by someone or something? It’s rather difficult when the world is so busy and noisy. … More What Is Your Escape Route?
Jesus takes serving others very seriously. He came to serve and we are also called to serve. It is how we reveal God’s love to others. Jesus gives a rather simple example of serving in Matthew 10:24, “And if you give even a cup of cold water to one of the least of my followers, … More The Value Of A Cup Of Water
As you live out your faith each day, there is always a sinister presence lurking nearby. The only way to escape it is for Jesus to take you off this earth away from the battle zone that is plaguing mankind. In the meantime, it is imperative that as a believer in Christ, you live each … More One Choice Away From Kaboom!
It was November 17, 2018. At my son’s wedding, we had our mother and son dance. The sheer joy upon his face as we danced around the floor gave me such peace and joy in understanding how my son felt. All that mattered in that moment was seeing my son be the happiest that he … More You Bring Joy To God
Tunnel vision, according to the Cleveland Clinic, is another name for peripheral vision loss. “It’s called tunnel vision because your ability to see can seem like you’re looking into a tunnel. You can only see what’s right in front of your eyes.” Every person suffers from spiritual tunnel vision. It takes God to open your … More Do You Have Tunnel Vision?
There was a time in the Old Testament where it was rare that God gave messages to His people. A young lad was being mentored by an aging priest who served at the tabernacle in Shiloh. Eli the priest had two sons who also served along with their father, but they were anything but righteous. … More The Art of Listening
Depression is caused by continuing to look back. Fear is caused by looking ahead into the future. One focuses on regret while the other focuses on control; neither stance is God directed. They both cause you to turn away from God. Both cause you lose your peace in Christ as you allow anxiousness to set … More What Subdues An Anxious Heart?
This world offers a plethora of things to do, accomplish, and succeed at. We fill up our days with good and not so good things that we hope will give meaning to our lives. In the end, what is really worthwhile? What has deep meaning? In the moment, our goals and desires give us purpose … More Running Towards Nothing
Carol J German 