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God Still Speaks TodaySERMON: Social and Spiritual DistancingJust because we aren’t allowed to gather in church buildings today doesn’t mean that the breath of God’s Spirit is not in the body of Christ! We shout to the wind, “NO!” Jesus can break through closed doors, barriers, discontentment, guilt, and shame. He can take out the garbage of all our past pains and sins if we let Him. He is a restorer and giver of life today and forever if we put our faith and trust in Him. Let's breathe the breath of God into our community as we live out our Commissioning, with our Cure...
2020-08-2144 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 28:1-20This event is the cornerstone to all faith in Who Jesus was and that He had accomplished all that the Scriptures had prophesied that the Messiah would complete. As you listen to this podcast today, what happened with Jesus and the other people affected by His resurrection that connected with you today? With Jesus' dramatic and powerful resurrection from the dead, what is most helpful for strengthening your faith from Matthew’s perspective of this event? Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the NIV bible. Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, an...
2020-08-1903 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 27:32-66As you listen to this podcast today, consider the people spoken of in this narrative: Simon of Cyrene, the holy people who had died and were raised to life, the 3 women, the other 2 who were being crucified and Joseph of Arimathea. Each one has different a story from their perspective. Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the NIV bible. What happened in this chapter that connected with you? Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-08-1805 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 27:1-31As you listen to this podcast today, consider the people spoken of in this narrative: Judas, Barabbas, Pilate, the soldiers, the chief priests and the elders, the crowd, Simon of Cyrene, holy people who had died and were raised to life, the 3 women, and Joseph of Arimathea. Each one has different a story from their perspective. Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the NIV bible. What did Jesus teach in this chapter that connected with you? Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-08-1305 min
God Still Speaks TodaySERMON: My Surge ProtectorMany people in the Bible have been through difficult surges in life that seemed impossible to endure or even survive. God's protecting and saving hand is in motion still today during this global pandemic. He is our only capable Surge Protector longing to touch and heal people's brokenness today!
2020-08-1147 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 26:35-75As you listen to this podcast today, notice how Jesus responded to those who Betrayed Him, Denied Him and Rejected Him. How does it make you feel when you are treated that way? Can God help us to love even as Jesus did? Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the NIV bible. What did Jesus teach in this chapter that connected with you? Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-08-1107 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 26:1-35As you listen to this podcast today, consider how Jesus spoke to His disciples of the things that were about to happen. He knew every detail. He talked to them as friends, not as servants and described the things that he wanted them to know about what was coming so they would understand His purpose. Does He still know every detail about us and how we reject or pursue Him? What stood out to you in this passage? Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the NIV bible. Think, evaluate, celebrate...
2020-08-1005 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 25:1-36As you listen to this podcast today, remember that Jesus is still speaking to His disciples about the end times. When you compare the 3 parables in this chapter, what thread did Jesus weave through them that helped you connect with His view of the end times? What did Jesus teach in this chapter? What things stirred your heart in what He said? Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the NIV bible. Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-08-0907 min
God Still Speaks TodayNOGGIN' BLOGGIN': Building with NehemiahIt's interesting watching a house being built. Contractors and builders have important tasks to be completed. So too the architects, permit departments, inspectors, interior designers, and of course the money lenders. Get out your hard hat and tools and let’s get to work. Click on the link and scroll down to the story of Nehemiah and press play. Be ready to answer these questions at the end of the podcast: Who gave permission and resources to build? What were the difficult things that didn’t help? What was your favorite part of the whole building process to completion?
2020-08-0708 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 24:1-54As you listen to this podcast today, what did Jesus say about the End times that made it real to you? Do you see things like that in our world today? What did verses 9-14 say to you? What parts of Jesus’ prophesy stick in your mind? Why is it important that Jesus quotes from previous prophets like Daniel, and Isaiah? Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the NIV bible. What did Jesus teach in this chapter? Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-08-0507 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 23:1-39As you listen to this podcast today, compare what did Jesus said to the crowds versus what He said to the disciples. How many “woes” did He give them and why? Do you see things like that in our world today? What did Jesus teach in this chapter? What positive things did He say? Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the NIV bible. Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-08-0407 min
God Still Speaks TodayNoggin' Bloggin' ElishaWho likes a miraculous story? Super heroes are everywhere today, but they are not as powerful as a true man of God. The Bible tells stories of Superheroes that are real and not just imaginary like cartoons or animated characters. Click on the link and scroll down to the story of Elisha and press play. Be ready to answer these questions at the end of the podcast! What was your favorite thing that happened because Elisha was a prophet of God? What happened to those who were mean to him? Is it important to make the same choices as...
2020-07-3109 min
God Still Speaks TodayPRAYER: Clearing the Way to GodFaith in God stimulates our confession of sin leading right away to a desperate repentance from our sins which initiates our part in joining Jesus Christ in our restoration process to a fully blessed relationship with God! Jesus is the only port we must step through to enter God’s presence. When Jesus said in John 14:6, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me" He meant it. God's Holy Spirit will help you with this though when you sit down in His presence and give yourself completely to Hi...
2020-07-3010 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 22:1-46As you listen to this podcast today, consider Jesus parable, teachings, response to religious leaders and their traps, current events and people from history. Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the NIV bible. What did Jesus teach in this chapter? Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-07-2906 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 21:1-46As you listen to this podcast today, consider the miraculous things Jesus performed, what people said as He entered Jerusalem, the things He taught in parables and the way He reacted to current affairs in His time. How would you have responded if you were walking with Him and listening to Him and seeing His actions even in the temple and at the fig tree? Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the NIV bible. What did Jesus teach in this chapter? Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s tr...
2020-07-2908 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 20:1-35What was significant to you from this chapter? What did you learn about the Kingdom of Heaven? And could Jesus have been any more specific (for the 3rd time) with His disciples as He told them about what was coming soon (vs. 18-19) and yet 2 wanted to be on His right and left. Hmmm...there were 3 crosses that day! lol. Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the NIV bible. Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-07-2605 min
God Still Speaks TodayCHILDREN'S NOGGIN' BLOGGIN': ELIJAH the SuperstarWho likes amazing stories about superstar like people? It seems that they fill the most popular movies and books all the time. Well the Bible tells stories of dramas with strong people too. Click on the link and scroll down to the story of Elijah the superstar Prophet and press play. Be ready to answer the questions at the end of the podcast!
2020-07-2511 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 19:1-30Jesus continued teaching in this chapter about marriage, children and even speaking about the wealthy and religious people. If you could say that you were caught in your mind about something Jesus said in this chapter, what would it be? Did you hear something that you will hold onto? Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the NIV bible. What did Jesus teach in this chapter? Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-07-2305 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 18:1-35Jesus taught a lot in this chapter! What stuck out to you like a highlighter pen was pressed into the text in your mind from this chapter? When you read or listen to this chapter, what was significant to you about the Kingdom of God, mercy, forgiveness, the lost, or God’s presence even in a small group? Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the NIV bible. Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-07-2205 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 17:1-27What was significant to you from this chapter? How do you think this affected Peter, James and John on the mountain? And what about the Drachma in the fish’s mouth? What did Jesus teach in this chapter? Did you hear something that stuck in your mind that you will hold onto? Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the NIV bible. What did Jesus teach in this chapter? Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-07-1804 min
God Still Speaks TodayNOGGIN' BLOGGIN': Samuel Hears God's VoiceI’m sure you have thought about what it would be like to hear God speak to you! Many times people downplay the beauty and peace that comes when God speaks to us. Sometimes He speaks to us in a quiet voice in our inmost mind. And other times He speaks out loud when He needs to make a point maybe in a sermon, or from a friend or family member. This story comes from book of 1 Samuel 1:1-7:1. Click on the link and scroll down to the story of the boy Samuel and press play. Be ready to an...
2020-07-1708 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 16:1-28What was significant to you from this chapter? What did Jesus teach in this chapter? What can someone give in exchange for their soul? Why do you think Jesus predicted His death and resurrection again? Did you hear something that stuck in your mind that you will hold onto? Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the NIV bible. What did Jesus teach in this chapter? Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-07-1604 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 15:1-39According to Jesus, what makes a person unclean? Why? Why did Jesus feed the crowd of 4,000 men plus women and children…AGAIN? Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the NIV bible. What did Jesus teach in this chapter? What was significant to you from this chapter? Did you hear something that stuck in your mind that you will hold onto? Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-07-1405 min
God Still Speaks TodaySERMON: On Fire For GodThere are certain things that stir your thoughts to the point where you want to go do something. You see or experience something that makes you want to interact with someone else about it: Some people want to go talk to a friend, while another person may want to yell in their closet at their clothes; Some people will want to go start a peaceful march, while others will want to go break something; Some people will want to hide out in the hills alone, while at the same time others will want to go to a rave. How do...
2020-07-1327 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 14:1-36Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the NIV bible. What did Jesus teach in this chapter? What was significant to you from this chapter? Why did Jesus feed the crowd of 5,000 men plus women and children? Did you hear something that stuck in your mind that you will hold onto? Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-07-1204 min
God Still Speaks TodayDEVOTIONAL: Worship in the Wild, Psalm 104I have heard so many people say things like, "I don't need church to worship God. I just go out and Worship in the Wild." King David writes some incredible thoughts in Psalm 104 that promote our recognition of Worshiping in the Wild. BUT...it has nothing to do with not meeting together. Click on the link and consider my thoughts, responses and questions at the end of this walk through Psalm 104. Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-07-1010 min
God Still Speaks TodayPRAYER: Dry Bones AriseOften our hearts may get complacent about stuff in life. Like the dad in "The Incredibles" before he got an incredible call to do something significant. Do you ever feel that way? What would we do if God spoke to us about an incredible thing He wanted to accomplish through us this year even with the COVID-19 pandemic looming over the world. Have you prayed and asked God for His vision and desires? Consider doing that and then waiting on Him to point the way! I believe...do you? Click on the link and listen to the prayer and t...
2020-07-0908 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 13:1-58Matthew records all the parables Jesus taught on one particular day because he recognized how significant they would be to the readers. Jesus did and said many other things in public as well as personally to the disciples. But these are written here to help explain some important truths to those who would listen, glean and cherish them. What was significant to you from this chapter? Did you hear something that stuck in your mind that you will hold onto? Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-07-0709 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 12:1-50Matthew describes Jesus’ ministry from different angles: How He deals with the people…healing the infirmed and setting the captives free, and how He looks into and speaks into the religious people of His day, and how He describes things still to come. Click on the link and listen with your Bible in hand as I read from the Bible. What stood out to you in this chapter? What can you apply to your life because of what Jesus said? Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-07-0507 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 11:1-30Jesus’ power and authority over every earthly thing was a “game-changer” for people looking for Messiah. He fulfilled all the prophesies and proclaimed the Good News everywhere He went. He even gave the same power and authority from God to those who were His disciples. I was surprised that John, Jesus’ cousin, had to ask! He was there when Jesus was baptized and he had been the one proclaiming Jesus’ worth before He ever began His earthly ministry. I also love how Jesus moved from judgment to “rest” in the last verses. Click on the link and listen with your Bible in...
2020-07-0405 min
God Still Speaks TodayNOGGIN' BLOGGIN': SAMSONWho likes stories about strong people or maybe a drama? It seems that they fill the most popular movies and books all the time. Well the Bible tells stories of dramas with strong people too. Click on the link and scroll down to the story of Samson and press play. Be ready to answer the questions at the end of the podcast!
2020-07-0308 min
God Still Speaks TodayPRAYER: HealingThe value of prayer is often overlooked or rejected because people have not received everything they asked for immediately. Faith is being sure that what we hope for will be accomplish in God's all-wise and best time. I think Satan has used this powerful tool of God to distract people from trusting in God. And sometimes people have just chosen not to walk in faith because they just didn't want to believe in Him anyway. There is no perfect prayer that needs to be repeated over every situation, but our expression of faith and trust in God is what...
2020-07-0304 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 10:1-42Jesus called His disciples and started teaching them before sending them out. Why were His words so hard to receive? What is the hardest thing for you to do as a disciple of Jesus today? I know many people try to create loopholes or easier routes around the truth so they don't have to think about what Jesus taught. I encourage you not to be distracted by deceptive thoughts that deny Jesus' words which were given to Him by His Father in Heaven. Press into the truth, don't avoid it or deny it.
2020-07-0206 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 9:18-38What was a key ingredient to each of the miracles Jesus did in this passage? Why do people look at faith as if it is a malignant strain of human weakness? The crowd was amazed and said, “Nothing like this has ever been seen in Israel.” Why did the Pharisees say, “It is by the prince of demons that He drives out demons”? How should we pray like Jesus taught at the end of this passage? Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-07-0103 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 9:1-17The depth of Jesus teaching and miracles transformed people’s concepts about what is possible in this world. So why do people choose to deny the power and ability of God today? After hearing this passage today, list the miracles Jesus performed, then the things He taught and then examine what God taught to you. Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-06-2903 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 8:18-34Have you ever considered that Jesus actually pushed the boundaries of life? After hearing this passage today, consider how He might press the world’s boundaries in today’s world. If He would do it, what should we do? Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’s truth with others.
2020-06-2902 min
God Still Speaks TodayNOGGIN' BLOGGIN': Jonah and the WhaleEverybody has to make choices, every day of the week! Sometimes we make good choices and sometimes we make bad choices. This podcast today is about choices that a man named Jonah had to make and what happened because of each choice he made. I hope we can make good choices by listening to God and following His will to keep us and others around us going in the right directions.
2020-06-2512 min
God Still Speaks TodayDeveloping PrayerThere are many ways to develop your prayers and prayer life. How we approach God is often a main factor in how we discover God's voice and learn to listen with a renewed sense of anticipation. This is a form of approach and a stabilizing structure that may assist you as you prepare to hear how God still speaks today.
2020-06-2412 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 8:1-17Have you ever encountered the power of God in your life? What did it look like? Were you healed as someone prayed for you, or maybe set free from a spiritual power that was reigning over you or maybe you experienced a transformation through forgiveness? After hearing this passage today, ask yourself these 3 questions to engage your thoughts about this passage? 1) “List the teachings offered by Jesus in this passage?” 2) “What are the things that catch your personal attention when you consider this passage?” and 3) “What has Jesus taught you, to do or be in your life, for God’s best futur...
2020-06-2304 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 7:13-29I always say, “Literary bones must have meat on them.” That’s what Jesus has been doing (in Matthew 5-7). He wraps up the solid meat portion of His teaching meal with the transition word, “THEREFORE”. So we ask ourselves, what’s it there for? Jesus said “everyone who hears these words of Mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house in the rock.” Have you been building the house of your life on the solid foundation of Jesus’ teachings? After hearing this passage today, ask yourself these 3 questions to engage your thoughts about thi...
2020-06-2204 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 7:1-12It is amazing that Jesus tells us that God will judge us by the way we judge others. It sets a precedent for us to be more gracious like God. How do you break this down into applicable, daily actions? Ask yourself these 3 questions to engage your thoughts about this passage? 1) “List the teachings offered by Jesus in this passage?” 2) “What are the things that catch your personal attention when you consider this passage?” and 3) “What has Jesus taught you, to do or be in your life, for God’s best future and glory?” Think, evaluate, celebrate, be motivated, and share God’...
2020-06-2003 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 6:19-34I saw an episode of “Hoarders: Buried Alive” yesterday. It reminded me of this scripture. This is one of my favorite passages in Jesus teaching because I see life beyond today’s situations. At the same time it gives a clear perspective on what I deal with right here and now. Remember, I ask 3 questions at the end of these passages to engage your thoughts about what we have just read? 1) “List the teachings offered by Jesus in this passage?” 2) “What are the things that catch your personal attention when you consider this passage?” and 3) “What has Jesus taught you, to do or be...
2020-06-1804 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 6:1-18What are the issues that dominate your concerns about spiritual life? Is it about giving "your" money, or what about your prayer "life" or giving up things you like such as food by "fasting"? It's interesting what Jesus speaks about when He approaches topics for His teachings. He knows what people are dealing with and what the best practices should be to help direct or even redirect their thoughts in the wisest ways.
Remember, I ask 3 questions at the end of these segments to engage your thoughts about this passage? 1) “List the teachings offered by Jesus in thi...
2020-06-1604 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 5:33-48In a small group I had some people say about these verses that they are some of the hardest things for them to actually do. So, what will we do with them? Make a plan and see if you can hang onto that plan for God's purposes, not your own!
2020-06-1403 min
God Still Speaks TodayPsalm 96 Reading and PrayerAS I read through this Psalm of David today it moved me to pray through it as well. Join me in this podcast of praise!
2020-06-1405 min
God Still Speaks TodaySERMON: Failure Crushed!This week's Sermon is about overcoming failure. Many times people find themselves over-committed from a bad financial choice, or drowning in negative results from a plan we conceived, or singing the blues from a relationship that has totally fallen apart. Failure is a regular experience by everyone. It is like a pandemic of pain that crosses everyone's path at some point or another. Maybe you remember your first failure in school, or on a playground, or in a competition, or in a business venture. How we handle the outcome of our apparent failure is what may determine our future...
2020-06-1322 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 5:21-32Jesus is beginning to bring the Jewish mindset into alignment with God’s thinking. For so long they have been distracted by so many rules and laws that they had taken their eyes off of why the commandment was given in the first place. Every original commandment was designed to help people connect with God’s heart. When people put their own twist on what God said, it will change the value and meaning of the truth He was conveying. Jesus was “righting the ship” so to speak, or realigning people’s misunderstood perspectives on God’s truth. Have you heard pe...
2020-06-1203 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 5:1-12I want you to understand the intentionality of my reading content in the coming segments of podcasts. Using the context of Jesus’ specific teachings to all of us in life, I feel stirred to take quality time for us to digest the value that Jesus contributes to our lives. Therefore I will offer, following each reading, a time of reflection for us to think through the dynamics of reality in our world today. I will ask…“What are the teachings offered by Jesus in this passage?” “What are the things that catch my personal attention when I consider this passage?”...
2020-06-1104 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 5:13-20Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount is a very thoughtful discourse regarding many important things to consider for life. The very impact of God's Son speaking directly to us about faith and life should do more than give us a moment to pause. It should make a marked difference in the way we live.
I will ask for your responses at the end of this reading…“What are the teachings offered by Jesus in this passage?” “What are the things that catch your personal attention when you consider this passage?” and “What has Jesus taught you, to do or be in your l...
2020-06-1103 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 3-4In today’s reading, Matthew tells us about the early stages of Jesus’ ministry. Since temptation is a major part of all our lives as humans, Jesus needed to show us the victorious pathway through those troubled waters. He responded to Satan's temptations with appropriate quotes from the Old Testament scriptures, even when the things that were laid out before Him were tantalizing. Click on the link and listen as I read from Matthew 3-4. Follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you today. Afterwards, consider and share if you can how we respond when temp...
2020-06-1007 min
God Still Speaks TodaySERMON: What Jesus Left BehindThere was a personal mission Jesus had to fulfill with His life. He provided salvation to all who believe by dying on the cross and then rising from the dead. But then He gave His disciples a mission to complete as He ascended into Heaven. And He didn't even say "Goodbye!" This sermon was preached live at Sacramento First church of the Nazarene.
2020-06-0951 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 1-2Matthew was a meticulousness Tax Collector who was always recording facts that would surly demonstrate his excellent craftsmanship to detail. He was called by Jesus and had been with Him every step of the way. He paid close attention to specifics and recorded the things that connected with his mind. Click on the link and listen as I begin reading from the first 2 chapters of the New Testament, Matthew 1-2. Follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you today. After you hear and/or read these chapters, what things stood out to you?
2020-06-0908 min
God Still Speaks TodayPRAYER: Work it on Out!Stylizing our hair is one thing, but our prayers regarding our work? What stirs you thoughts as you prepare for a new day of work. Follow along with my thoughts as I prepare for setting my sights higher than yesterday and seeking God's best in all I do. Maybe you will consider making some of these thoughts a part of your morning preparation as well.
2020-06-0805 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Job 38-42I think you will love God’s response and the Epilogue to these arguments and discussions between Job and his friends over this book’s recorded discourses. Click on the link and listen as I begin reading from Job 38-42 and follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you today. After you hear and/or read these chapters, what things stood out to you?
2020-06-0717 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Job 32-37Job renders his thoughts until Elihu speaks up for God. Click on the link and listen as I begin reading from Job 32-37 and follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you today. After you hear and/or read these chapters, what things stood out to you?
2020-06-0618 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Job 29-31I find it difficult to not listen and understand let alone believe what Job is saying. His heart is crying out for sympathy yet his friends have all but abandoned him. Have you ever experienced something like that from one close to you? Click on the link and listen as I begin reading from Job 29-31 and follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you today. After you hear and/or read these chapters, what things stood out to you?
2020-06-0610 min
God Still Speaks TodayPRAYER: Children, Our Most Precious PossessionCHILDREN are our most treasured and precious possession. They speak of us into the future as representatives of who we were and how we passed on the best things of life to them in love. Our prayers, life interactions with them, teaching and blessing will reverberated throughout history. So never give up praying for them and directing your love to them. They are also precious to God now and forever! Click on the link and listen as I begin our prayer time for our children.
2020-06-0506 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Job 25-28I love Job’s perspective saying, “I will not deny my integrity.” How has integrity influenced your life? Has it been a temporary commodity or is it an identifiable life pattern? Click on the link and listen as I begin reading from Job 25-28 and follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you today. After you hear and/or read these chapters, what things stood out to you?
2020-06-0507 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING Job 22-24Repentance! People fear that word because it exposes things that they do not want to deal with. But it is a powerful tool God uses with people who have missed the mark of righteousness and want to be right with Him. It redeems one's character and builds a hedge around the heart once ruled by sin. Evil can be crushed and eliminated if repentance is real! So, what will it be with you? Click on the link and listen as I begin reading from Job 22-24 and follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you...
2020-06-0408 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Job 18-21Have you ever considered that no one wants to be wrong? Everyone fights for his or her understanding of something to be what is right regardless of what is true. Click on the link and listen as I begin reading from Job 18-21 and follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you today. After you hear and/or read these chapters, what things stood out to you?
2020-06-0412 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Job 15-17Grief has been continuing to widen the gap between Job’s words and what his friends deem to be the only truth. How do you feel when your friends criticize you and say things that you know are not true? Does it bother you when injustice happens and people stand up against you because they do not know what is in your heart? Click on the link and listen as I begin reading from Job 15-17 and follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you today. After you hear and/or read these chapters, what th...
2020-06-0308 min
God Still Speaks TodayNOGGIN' BLOGGIN': Daniel and the Lion's DenWho likes lions? What do lions sound like? Do you know what lions do? What do lions eat? In our Bible Story today, we will be reading a story about a man named Daniel and what happened with some lions he encountered from Daniel 6 in the Bible.
2020-06-0117 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Job 11-14Job continues his distress with his friend and with the uncertainty as to life's judgments. He struggles with wonder and questions why there is no justice. Maybe some of us do the same today. Click on the link and listen as I begin reading from Job 11-14 and follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you today. After you hear and/or read these 2 chapters, what things stood out to you?
2020-05-3111 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Job 7-10How is "Lament" revealed to people who have not experienced tragedy, or loss or extreme pain? How can someone who is strong and healthy, 'without a care in the world' understand grief? Bildad and Job discus their early thoughts from their personal perspectives. Click on the link and listen as I begin reading from Job 7-10 and follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you today. After you hear and/or read these 2 chapters, what things stood out to you?
2020-05-3011 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Job 3-6After the pain of many family deaths and the destruction of all that appeared to be precious, deep mourning began to overtake Job. His friends who sat with him in ashes began to chime in and offer their "support". What would you have said or done if you were there with your friend who had just lost everything? Click on the link and listen as I begin reading from Job 3-6 and follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you today. After you hear and/or read these 2 chapters, what things stood out to you?
2020-05-2908 min
God Still Speaks TodayNOGGIN' BLOGGIN': The Fiery FurnaceHave you ever been in a tough situation where it was hard to make the right decision? Did you choose to do what was right? Why? I hope that this story will help you consider how you should respond to what people say, compared to what God says.
2020-05-2911 min
God Still Speaks TodaySERMON: What would God's Kingdom look like here?“Have you ever wondered whose kingdom Christians are seeking today, God’s or ours? What does God’s Kingdom look like if it is to be the same here as it is in heaven?” Click on the link and listen as I preach a sermon from Jesus prayer “…Your kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.” (Matt. 6:9-10). After you hear this sermon, let me know what things stood out to you or had a breakthrough "AHA" moment in your thoughts? How will it make a difference in you today and lead you into the futur
2020-05-2419 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Job 1-2You have heard of a guy named Job because his story is partially told as someone who had bad things happen to him yet he survived. But have you heard the whole story and considered what all really happened to him? Click on the link and listen as I begin reading from Job 1-2 and follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you today. After you hear and/or read these 2 chapters, what things stood out to you?
2020-05-2407 min
God Still Speaks TodaySCRIPTURE READING: Ephesians 6:1-24How beautiful it is when we recognize the value of eternal virtues. Putting them on is another grand display of how God wants to cover us with protection from evil and help us to be overcomers. These things bring Him praise because they represent the fact that we are His people. What are the things that stand out or speak to you from this chapter? Click on the link and listen as I read Ephesians 4 and follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you today.
2020-05-2304 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Ephesians 5:1-33Here is another wonderful chapter where Paul challenges us to "walk in the way of love." What are the things that stand out or speak to you from this chapter? Click on the link and listen as I read Ephesians 5 and follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you today.
2020-05-2305 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Ephesians 4:1-32Here is another wonderful chapter where Paul challenges us to go deeper. What are the things that stand out or speak to you from this chapter? Click on the link and listen as I read Ephesians 4 and follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you today.
2020-05-2306 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Ephesians 3:1-21Again, I love this chapter because Paul is speaking about the uniting of believing Jews with believing Gentiles. Our life in Christ has brought us all into God's kingdom. Paul also puts together a powerful blessing for us in Christ Jesus. What are the things that stand out for you from this chapter? Click on the link and listen as I read Ephesians 3 and follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you today.
2020-05-2304 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Ephesians 2:1-22I love this chapter because Paul is speaking about the uniting of believing Jews with believing Gentiles. Our life in Christ has brought us all into God's kingdom. Paul speaks of our eternal inheritance, purpose and grace for all believers in Christ Jesus. What are the things that stand out for you from this chapter? Click on the link and listen as I read Ephesians 2 and follow along in your Bible if you have one there with you today.
2020-05-2304 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Ephesians 1:1-23Paul begins a journey with the people of Ephesus in this letter. I love this letter because he critiques nothing, instead he is building the faith of these believers to find new horizons in their walk with God. Paul speaks of their eternal inheritance, purpose and grace to be appreciated by all believers in Christ Jesus. I hope you find these things and more as we read through this letter on my Anchor.fm podcast.
2020-05-2304 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Galatians 6:1-18This is the end of Paul's writing to the young believers in Galatia. Often people mix up their beliefs with something from their past or infuse many different religious overtones thinking it will somehow add to their glory. But when you diffuse the truth and refuse to admit it, there are consequences. Always stay with the truth. You will never go wrong unless it is NOT done in love.
2020-05-2303 min
God Still Speaks TodayPRAYER: Unbroken and ConnectedFrom John 15:5-8 we find our direct connection to the Vine! When we are connected, He feeds us the nutrients we need to be fruitful. I see this even in our prayers.
With thanksgiving to God and the knowledge that He can do anything lift up and give Him:
· People’s known and unknown Health Issues including Global pandemic concerns
· Geo-political and local government issues and blessings
· Neighbors, co-workers and friends who are lost and need God’s loving forgiveness
· Family members love, peace and joy in the Spirit
· P...
2020-05-2308 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Galatians 5:1-26Listen to today's podcast chapter here and then tell me..."What is your view of the "fruit of the Holy Spirit"?
I see it as the results of what we plant in the spiritual world. These seeds grow and become infused in every part of the physical world around us. Since we are God’s creation, made in His image, the two are not divided, but blended for the display of His purpose in us. So, what do people and angels see growing in us today? The FRUIT is in the pie…Taste and see.
2020-05-2105 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Galatians 4:1-31Paul continues to assess the situation of contention between early church believers. But I love how he expresses an important concept to our relationship with God. "So you are no longer a slave, but God’s child; and since you are his child, God has made you also an heir." Have you made that connection through Jesus Christ?
2020-05-2105 min
God Still Speaks TodayNOGGIN' BLOGGIN': David vs. GoliathWhen you think of significant stories from the Bible, this one that everyone seems to remember. A young shepherd David was coming up against a huge, well-armed and trained adversary. But one thing was the difference. Can you tell what it was and why one won the victory and the other lost? Choosing to follow God and His ways are always the best choice because God knows what is best and can help anyone. As a result of this battle David became known around the world which would change the rest of history in some amazing ways. How will y...
2020-05-2014 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Galatians 3:1-29The Law was at one time, a Guardian of the Galaxy. But when Jesus came, faith changed everything! Listen to this podcast about how Paul explains it.
2020-05-1505 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Galatians 2:1-21Contention an distress have filled the church from its earliest conception. Satan loves to pick apart the truth and infect it with lies and distortions to create dissension. But if you think that God's truth cannot be heard and seen and lived out appropriately, then you haven't listened to or considered Paul's discussions. Continue to read and discover the truth of the Gospel here, because it gives life to all who believe.
2020-05-1504 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Galatians 1:1-23Paul an Apostle of our Lord Jesus Christ knows that there are difficulties surrounding the early church especially because it is so spread out and far removed from those who are close to Jerusalem. Do you ever feel like you are far from the core of spiritual life? The Word of God is designed specifically for you and others who may struggle with their faith. Truth brings clarity and clarity brings joy! Join me here in this podcast and go purposefully into God's Word every day!
2020-05-1404 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Psalms 5-7Have you ever really read the Psalms? Listen to these 3 poetic songs written by David, each one has its own interesting perspective and value.
2020-05-0606 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Psalm 1-4Have you ever really read the Psalms? Maybe you have heard a couple of them like Psalm 23, the Shepherd's Psalm. Well there are many poetic an powerful prophetic things spoken throughout each of the 150 Psalms in the Bible. Not all of them were written by David, but each one has its own interesting perspective and value.
2020-05-0605 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: The book of NahumWith this reading we begin the book of Nahum the prophet of God. Nahum’s prophetic words do not fall on deaf ears, they penetrate as God intended them to even as the words from Jonah took hold later.
2020-05-0609 min
God Still Speaks TodayPRAYER: Squeeze Your Neighbor!Weaving God's love through His Word in your prayers can bring about a mindset that expresses what God wants us to consider implementing in our lives. Often God can lead you deeper into His plan for you as you go to Him in worship and prayer. Find your quiet focus and join me as we launch into a beautiful thought pattern in prayer together.
2020-05-0508 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Jonah 3-4There are prophets who hear God and obey and then there is Jonah. How could he, a prophet of God run away from God's voice and reject His very prompting? Follow Jonah and discover the grace of God anew!
2020-05-0504 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Jonah 1-2There are prophets who hear God and obey and then there is Jonah. How could he, a prophet of God run away from God's voice and reject His very prompting? Follow Jonah and discover the grace of God anew!
2020-05-0505 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: The Book of ObadiahGod sees and knows everything and even understands people's hearts. Obadiah's vision is very specific and understand that God is just.
2020-05-0504 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Amos 9:1-15God promises bad and good according to our movement against or with Him. Find your way in His love and make that love known to Him and to all others around you.
2020-05-0503 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Amos 8:1-14Is the time coming where we will see God accomplish these things again? Maybe, but who will be able to stand. If we choose to follow our own ways we will surely be treated as those in these prophesies. I implore you to never turn from God and His ways. Nothing else will bring you hope, peace and joy. And nothing will ever give you a heavenly home forever with God in the splendor and glory of His presence. "But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the...
2020-05-0503 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Amos 7:1-17God speaks directly to those who sneer at His words through His prophet Amos. Be sure to lay a strong and true faith that will not dismiss the Word of God and His truths from your life. For NO ONE will ever be able to stand against the standards of the Lord God of Hosts.
2020-05-0503 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Amos 6:1-14Where is this prophesy Amos speaks from God? Was it fulfilled? Yes it was and history speaks of the sadness brought on the people because of their selfishness. The children reaped the sins of their fathers and the charges spoken of by God were fulfilled. O be careful little feet where you go, and be careful little hands what you do. Never turn away from God's love, but make it the foundation of your life.
2020-05-0502 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Amos 5:1-27Amos continues with God speaking even to His chosen people. Be aware that God delights in a person who is connected with and following Him but not with those who have turned away from His love.
2020-05-0505 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Amos 4:1-13Amos is not finished because God is still speaking even to His chosen people. Be aware that God delights in a person who is connected with and following Him but not with anyone who has forsaken His love.
2020-05-0503 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Amos 3:1-15When a Prophet of God speaks, he is only to say what God tells him to say. Each time the Lord speaks, the attentive ears will learn and pay close attention to the values God places on His words. Consider how God wants to help us avoid things that are not acceptable, and invest in the things that are highly valuable to Him, because they will contain eternal values.
2020-05-0503 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Amos 2:1-16When a Prophet of God speaks, he is only to say what God tells him to say. Each time the Lord speaks, the attentive ears will learn and pay close attention to the values God places on His words. Consider how God wants to help us avoid things that are not acceptable, and invest in the things that are highly valuable to Him, because they will contain eternal values.
2020-05-0503 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Amos 1:1-15When a Prophet of God speaks, he is only to say what God tells him to say. Each time the Lord speaks, the attentive ears will learn and pay close attention to the values God places on His words. Consider how God wants to help us avoid things that are not acceptable, and invest in the things that are highly valuable to Him, because they will hold eternal values.
2020-05-0503 min
God Still Speaks TodayNOGGIN' BLOGGIN': Joshua and the Battle of JerichoSometimes God speaks to us and tells us to do something different than we had planned. Joshua listened to God and He told him how to win a battle in a very different way. God shows us His favor when we listen and obey. I hope you will learn from this story and choose to be on His winning team every day.
2020-05-0511 min
God Still Speaks TodayREADING: Romans 1:1-32Paul an apostle of Jesus Christ knew his readers because at some point he had heard of them or been with them in person. He exchanged letters of encouragement and spoke of spiritual things which God gave him to speak about with them. You WILL gain insight and understanding as you listen to and study God's Holy Word, the Bible. These readings are only a start to help you begin discovery of these eternal values given to us by God. May God bless you as you do! Don't forget to click on the picture and then when you...
2020-04-2100 min