Scripture: Exodus 1:8-22; 2:1-15 / Acts 7:17-29 SHOW NOTES: Life’s Journeys … each of us are on a journey. God’s Word is filled with the journeys of real people and there is much wisdom and insight for us to glean from them . We have looked at Joseph’s journey and now we will turn the pages in our Bibles to the book of Exodus – the journey of Moses. Joseph’s story and Moses’ story intersect with each other. Joseph was in Egypt when Jacob’s family arrives and Moses will lead the people of Israel ...
Aug 10, 2022•21 min•Season 5Ep. 8
THEME VERSE: Genesis 45:7-8 – “ And God sent me before you to preserve for you a remnant on earth, and to keep alive for you many survivors. So, it was not you who sent me here, but God.” SHOW NOTES: The story of Joseph has grabbed our hearts. This young man – certainly not perfect – faced some very difficult trials in his life and yet, he continued to trust God. The twists and turns in Joseph’s journey in Egypt span over more than 27 years. He demonstrates great wisdom, discernment, and control...
Aug 03, 2022•21 min•Season 9Ep. 7
Theme Verse: Genesis 42:18 - Joseph said to them, “Do this and you will live, for I fear God.” SHOW NOTES: We have a Faithful God even when we can’t see Him working – in the midst of a storm, walking in a dark valley, or even … sitting in a prison cell … today, Joseph will stand in Pharoah’s courts. After 13 difficult years, Joseph is put in a position of power and great authority. He has a very important job to do and he is diligent in completing the task assigned to him. God has also blessed h...
Jul 27, 2022•22 min•Season 9Ep. 6
Theme Verse: Genesis 39:21 – “But the Lord was with Joseph and showed him steadfast love and gave him favor.” SHOW NOTES: There are many lessons for us to learn and wisdom to glean from the lives of people found in the pages of Scripture. Some good examples and some mistakes that provide valuable guidelines and warnings for us to observe and follow. Joseph has been sold into slavery by his 10 older, jealous brothers and finds himself serving in the house of Potiphar. After Potiphar’s wife attemp...
Jul 20, 2022•21 min•Season 9Ep. 5
THEME VERSE: “As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good.” – Genesis 50:20 SHOW NOTES: Joseph was the 11th son of Jacob – the loved son, the favored son. But his older brothers hated him . They vowed to never bow down before this boy with a coat of many colors. Can we trust God when we are walking through difficult times? Or do we only trust Him when everything seems to be going just fine? He sees our pain. He knows about the trouble, sadness, and difficult relationships in...
Jul 13, 2022•22 min•Season 9Ep. 4
Theme Verse: Genesis 28:3 “May God Almighty bless you and make you fruitful and multiply you...” SHOW NOTES: Our lives are filled with various journeys. People in the Bible give us real-life examples of how we can navigate the different miles along the way . In Genesis 25-28, we view the life’s journey of Isaac, his wife, Rebekah, and their sons, Esau and Jacob. Twins, yet very different from each other. Their struggle was very real and unfortunately, their parents seemed to fan the flame of thi...
Jul 06, 2022•23 min•Season 9Ep. 3
Theme Verse: “And Abraham believed God, and it was reckoned to Him as righteousness, and he was called the friend of God .” ( James 2:23 ) SHOW NOTES: Life is a journey. The path of our journey is filled with twists and turns. There are “bumps’ in the road – joy and sorrow are part of life’s journey for everyone . Abram is called by God to leave his country and go to the land of Canaan. Over the next 24 years, God and Abram had many conversations. God made promises and He called Abram into a Cov...
Jun 29, 2022•22 min•Season 9Ep. 2
SHOW NOTES: Each of us travels a pathway with twists and turns, ups and downs, as well as walking the straight and narrow. We face challenges, struggles, joy, pleasure, and through the process – the journey of life – we grow and learn . Hopefully, we will mature and become wiser. The pages of God’s Written Word have included amazing people and their stories offer keen insight about how we might continue the journey of our lives. Terah left Ur of the Chaldeans with Abram (his son), Sarai (Abram’s...
Jun 22, 2022•16 min•Season 9Ep. 1
NEW VIDEO TONIGHT! Walk Where Jesus Walked WEEK 7: "Tour The Holy Land With Us!" LIMITED SEATING – RESERVATIONS CLOSING IN JUNE Just Click To View 5-Minute Video At 7:00 p.m. WE'RE TAKING A BRIEF BREAK DURING THIS MONTH OF JUNE, while an exciting career move has us relocating from San Antonio, Texas to Ohio (... a little more on that later on an upcoming podcast)! MOST IMPORTANT, we're preparing for our upcoming "Walk With God" Tour Of Israel – and you and all our "Awakening" & "Himmelreich"...
Jun 08, 2022•5 min•Season 8Ep. 7
To all our "Walk With God" global listeners in 33 nations on six continents – as well as patrons & friends of The Himmelreich Memorial Library, and our many Susquehanna Valley Presbyterian friends... We're TAKING A BRIEF BREAK DURING THIS MONTH OF June, while an exciting career move has us relocating from San Antonio, Texas to Ohio (... a little more on that later on an upcoming podcast)! MOST IMPORTANT, we're preparing for our upcoming "Walk With God Tour Of Israel" – and you and all our fr...
Jun 01, 2022•5 min•Season 8Ep. 6
SHOW NOTES: The Sea of Galilee experiences some fierce storms. Jesus witnessed these first-hand as He traveled with His disciples in the Galilee Region. And, we recognize the storms of life are very real! You may be in the middle of a storm now or the next storm may be just around the corner. The Lord has a reason for each trial but we will not be separated from Jesus. He is walking beside us. There are times, in His sovereign will, when He chooses to calm the storm. Imagine His divine words, “P...
May 25, 2022•21 min•Season 8Ep. 5
SHOW NOTES: You may remember a time in your life when you had to take quick action. In 1 Samuel 25 we read about Nabal, Abigail, and David. Abigail was told some troubling news and she quickly packed a picnic feast. Loading the last donkey, she mounted her donkey and went out to meet David and his men. The purpose for this picnic was to divert a massacre – Nabal and all the males in his household. The contrast of foolish words and wisdom is evident in this story. Amid difficult relationships and...
May 18, 2022•21 min•Season 8Ep. 4
SHOW NOTES: In Psalm 62, we find a declaration of trust that directs our attention to Elohim – the strong and mighty Creator God. David wrote many Psalms and shared his trust in God even during difficult circumstances. He says, “Truly, my heart rests in God.” David was chased before he was the king of Israel and through the years when he was the king. This psalm presents David’s boldest statement of trust and confidence in God. Rest in God even amid life’s struggles and hard times. David looked ...
May 11, 2022•19 min•Season 8Ep. 3
SHOW NOTES: Jesus walked in the Judean wilderness, and He truly understands the path we walk today. At times the path of life can be rugged – filled with steep hills and dark valleys. The Lord is a Good Shepherd. Do you know the Shepherd’s voice? Do you take time to sit with Him, to walk with Him? The Lord also wants to restore your soul. When you pause and listen for His voice, then His strength and righteousness will be evident in your life. He wants us to rest in Him and trust in His sovereig...
May 04, 2022•20 min•Season 8Ep. 2
SHOW NOTES : Caesarea is the magnificent port city created by Herod the Great. Walking around the ruins here, you hear the waves of the Mediterranean Sea crash on the rocky shore . Our imaginations are captured by the beauty this city once shared with its visitors. The lives of three men were changed in this place . First, Cornelius, a centurion and a devout man who feared God (Acts 10). Next, Herod Agrippa receives vain words of praise and he meets tragedy (Acts 12). And then, Paul sits in pris...
Apr 27, 2022•22 min•Season 8Ep. 1
SHOW NOTES: Two on the road from Jerusalem to Emmaus . They had gone to participate in the Passover but this year had been so dreadfully different. Jesus the Nazarene had been crucified. On their walk they were joined by a man they did not recognize – the resurrected Jesus joined them on their journey . In the conversation, Jesus provides amazing instruction and teaching regarding His death and resurrection. Later, Jesus broke bread with them, and their eyes were opened. Truly, the Lord has rise...
Apr 20, 2022•20 min•Season 7Ep. 5
SHOW NOTES : Jesus raised His eyes to His Heavenly Father in prayer. This is such a valuable example Jesus has modeled for us. In this passage Jesus prepares Himself through this time of intercession with His Heavenly Father. He has glorified the Father as an obedient Son! Then, He prays for His disciples and for those who will believe in the future. Jesus knows the disciples received the words He taught; and they truly understood that Jesus was sent by the Father. He prays, “Sanctify them in th...
Apr 13, 2022•19 min•Season 7Ep. 4
SHOW NOTES : T here is great comfort in this message as Jesus instructs His disciples . He promises to prepare a place for them in the Father’s house . We need Jesus’ words today, “Do not let your heart be troubled; believe in God, believe also in Me.” Jesus is the way to the Father. He is the truth and the life. In the midst of difficult circumstances, hard days, and our everyday lives, the Father has given the Helper. The Holy Spirit will give wisdom, guidance, direction, and teach us as we wa...
Apr 06, 2022•19 min•Season 7Ep. 3
Show Notes: Praise and worship play an important role in our heart attitudes toward the Lord . In today’s lesson, we have the beautiful example of one woman – devoted to Him and so very thankful for all He had done to free her from the bondage of sin. The scriptures never tell us what her past involved but through her act of extravagant worship , we know she was grateful and totally committed to her Lord and Savior, Jesus. She brought an expensive perfumed oil, knelt before Jesus, and anointed H...
Mar 30, 2022•19 min•Season 7Ep. 2
SHOW NOTES: The loss of a close friend or family member is difficult. We feel sorrow, pain, and deep grief. Even Jesus experienced these emotions when He came to the tomb of His dear friend, Lazarus . But Jesus said this sickness would not result in his physical death. No, God had a specific purpose! The gospel writer shares, “BUT for the glory of God, SO that the Son of God may be glorified by it.” Many Jews were present in the village of Bethany that day and many chose to believe in Jesus. “I ...
Mar 23, 2022•20 min•Season 7Ep. 1
Show Notes : The lessons in the book of Haggai have allowed us to see God’s heart – calling His people back to a close walk with Him . We serve a God who is able and truly desires to “reverse a curse.” Part of the encouragement of this passage is the fact that God will someday set all things right on earth. All around us, we see the brokenness of individuals, cities, nations – the whole world. But, we serve The LORD of hosts – Commander of the angelic, heavenly forces. When God’s kingdom comes t...
Mar 16, 2022•22 min•Season 6Ep. 7
Show Notes: God does provide for His children when they walk in obedience according to His Word and His Will. Each day we face many decisions and choices that require our attention. And each time, we must answer the question, “Will I walk in obedience?” The people in Jerusalem had not followed the Word of the Lord and God had withheld His hand of protection and provision. The people did respond in a godly way to the first message in chapter one. The hearts and attitudes of the people have change...
Mar 09, 2022•18 min•Season 6Ep. 6
Show Notes: Have you heard the children’s song, “Oh, be careful little eyes what you see?” God calls His people to moral purity . In today’s verses, the Lord is calling on the priests to lead the people and show them how to walk well with God. Each of us falls short of holiness and so we must continually come back to the Lord and confess our sin . He wants us to address those areas in our lives where we fall short – speech, attitude, deeds . Bring these before the Lord and do the things that wil...
Mar 02, 2022•20 min•Season 6Ep. 5
Show Notes: The LORD of hosts is a promise-keeping God . Today’s passage reveals His desire to bless the obedience of the people and to encourage them with the future glory that will come. He boldly declares that the silver and gold belong to Him. And, the LORD tells them not to fall into the trap of comparison – Solomon’s temple and this rebuilt temple. He gives a beautiful promise for the people. “This house will be greater than the former and in this place I will give peace.” God can change o...
Feb 23, 2022•20 min•Season 6Ep. 4
Show Notes : Big projects can be tiring, stressful, and overwhelming. The people in Jerusalem have been called to rebuild the Lord’s house. The Lord sent the prophet, Haggai and called them back to the project He had assigned . After four short weeks, the people get caught in the discouragement of comparison! Some of the older people remember the beauty and splendor of Solomon’s temple and this second temple just doesn’t compare. Comparison is a detriment to our emotional and spiritual well-bein...
Feb 16, 2022•21 min•Season 6Ep. 3
Show Notes: Distractions come in many different forms . Some are external while others are internal. But when we have been called to work on a project or complete a task, distractions often pull us away from the focus. The word of the Lord came to the remnant and the Lord stirred in their spirits – They chose to obey and return to the work God had called them to do – Haggai 1:8 – “rebuild the temple, that I may be pleased with it and be glorified.” Through His written Word, through the work of t...
Feb 09, 2022•21 min•Season 6Ep. 2
Show Notes: Let’s open our Bibles to the Old Testament and take a closer look at the book of Haggai (a Minor Prophet). What are the people of God to do in times of national uncertainty, discouragement, and division? When we become discouraged, frightened, or frustrated that’s when we often begin to make excuses and we lose sight of our priorities. “Now therefore, thus says the LORD of hosts, 'Consider your ways!'” (Haggai 1:5) . These are strong words from the LORD and yet they reveal the heart ...
Feb 02, 2022•20 min•Season 6Ep. 1
SHOW NOTES: The shepherds found the baby in Bethlehem – but their story doesn’t end bowing before the Christ Child . These lowly, humble men were excited to share the story. They wanted others to know about the angel’s message with heavenly hosts declaring God’s glory and the Babe they found lying in a manger. What an amazing story to share! Come and worship. Worship Christ, the new-born King! Scripture: Luke 2:15-20 Merry Christmas!...
Dec 25, 2021•10 min•Season 5Ep. 5
SHOW NOTES: Mary and Joseph journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem and it is time for her baby to be born . We catch glimpses of their predicament: no room for them in the inn, labor and delivery of the promised Child in an animal stable, and shepherds arrive in search of the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. Glory to God in the Highest! Mary treasured and pondered these things in her heart. What do I treasure? What do you treasure? Scripture Passage: Luke 2:1-20 / See also Luke ...
Dec 22, 2021•19 min•Season 5Ep. 4
SHOW NOTES : The angel of the Lord, Gabriel, was sent to deliver several important messages in preparation for the arrival of Baby Jesus in Bethlehem . Zacharias, Mary, Joseph, and the shepherds saw the angel of the Lord and he spoke these words, “Do not be afraid.” God the Father was laying the groundwork for the entrance of His One and Only Son to the earth. The fanfare for His birth would include a multitude of the heavenly hosts proclaiming, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, ...
Dec 15, 2021•21 min•Season 5Ep. 3
