“A crisis of belief is not calamity but a turning point where you must make a decision. It is a situation that forces you to decide what you truly believe about God. The way you respond at this turning point will determine whether you will become involved with God in something God-sized that only He can do or whether you will continue to go your own way and miss what He purposed for your life.” (Experiencing God p.134)

“A crisis of belief is not calamity but a turning point where you must make a decision. It is a situation that forces you to decide what you truly believe about God. The way you respond at this turning point will determine whether you will become involved with God in something God-sized that only He can do or whether you will continue to go your own way and miss what He purposed for your life.” (Experiencing God p.134)

God speaks Today through the Holy Spirit to reveal Himself, His Purposes, and His Ways. So if God still speaks today, why don’t we Hear from God?

God’s Word (truth) is never discovered; it is revealed. The understanding of spiritual truth is the result of the Holy Spirit at work in our lives. Therefore, understanding spiritual truth does not lead us to an encounter with God; it is the encounter with God.

“…the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.” (Romans 5:5b) Our response to God’s Love is not only a reflection of His love for us but also our worship.

“He (Jesus) said to him, ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is the greatest and most important command.’” (Matthew 22:37-38)

Have you ever seen what God can do with an ordinary person? The Bible is filled with examples, including one named Moses.

Have you ever seen what God can do with an ordinary person? The Bible is filled with examples, including one named Moses. His story is a great illustration of how God prepares and equips those He calls to serve. This can clearly be seen in the three segments of his life. His first forty years in the house of pharaoh; his second forty years in the wilderness; and his third forty years leading God’s people in the wilderness. The first eighty years were preparation for the call of the last forty years.

One’s affection for the things of God is determined by their passions, (what lights their fire?) perceptions, (how they view God?) and priorities (how they prioritize their life?). The same is true for the individual local church.

It takes people from all walks of life with varying gifts at different points on their Christian journey to accomplish the work God has entrusted the Church. God uses ordinary people to accomplish extra-ordinary tasks.