I think we can all agree that loving others is like riding bumper cars. We desire a smooth ride but often times we bump into each other. Take marriage, for example, while every couple desires harmony, harmony simply doesn’t just happen. It takes commitment, grace, and a whole lot of patience to love your spouse … More Loving Others Isn’t Easy
Right now, in this very minute, God is finalizing all the details of the wedding that is going to take place very soon. It will be the most beautiful event ever in the heavenly realms. It is where Jesus, the King of Kings and Lord of Lords, is eternally united with His bride, the Church. … More The Perfect Engagement
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?
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
There is no getting around it, love that is between two broken people is messy. All relationships are hard. Every one of us feels it. Yet, there is something that keeps drawing us to community with others. It is like we were made to be in some sort of a relationship, so we set ourselves … More Unsatisfied Love
We live in a broken world. Sin has damaged God’s creation. We know this to be true. We see it everywhere, especially in our own homes. I have yet to meet someone who says marriage is easy and raising kids is a breeze. Every one of our days is met with challenges. These challenges come … More Life With Others Is Like Bumper Cars
The greatest asset you gain in your faith journey is how up close and personal God is with you. When you walk and talk with the Lord, He reveals Himself in the most intimate ways. You see this throughout the scriptures. Before Christ, God revealed Himself in various ways, like a pillar of fire or … More Up Close and Personal
I think the most inspiring man in Jesus’ time was Paul. He understood the love that Jesus pours out to us. In 2 Timothy 4:16-18, he gives a quick recap of his life. Because he welcomed Jesus into his life on the road to Damascus, see Acts 9:1-22, he faced many ups and downs throughout … More Living Like Paul
Back in Jesus’ day fishing was more than a sport, it was people’s livelihood for income. We see Jesus in the first chapter of Mark calling forth disciples, people who chose to follow Him. In verses 16-20 Jesus calls out to Simon and Andrew, “Come, follow me and I will show you how to fish … More Make Friends With A Fish!
Carol J German 