Tiniest of Seeds

Laurine Decker

"He told me all that I ever did." - the Samaritan woman in John 4:39Yes, life is messy and integration of Jesus and faith with life often doesn’t look like what we thought it was “supposed” to or think it "should" look like. Are we shocked? We are literally told by Jesus that this life is full of trials. Yet we as we show up we can heal and grow in ALL God promises. He has after all, overcome. We can too.He saved me. I can’t say it more clearly than that. Yes, Jesus has proven to me to be the ultimate answer. Has it been easy? No. It’s been 25 years of a winding road that he has made straight. As I continue to walk it out, I can’t help but testify - and to talk with others in their own unique  places on the discipleship road. How amazing. “Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen." Ephesians 3:20-21

  1. 07/02/2024

    How Judgment and Other Perspectives Shift Over the Years As We Walk with Jesus: A Talk with My Mom, Beverly Mesler

    Send us a text As Christinas, we know to "judge not", but sometimes we get confused about what that means. It's not judgment to have a perspective or opinion that differs from someone - it's what we do with that perspective. Do you know the one and true judge? It's Jesus himself. What a relief. Our Redeemer and Righteousness. What about shame or judgment of your self? Do you ever feel like you're unworthy of love or like you're falling short and just not enough? Does this impact your ability to enjoy your present life? Today my mother, Beverly Mesler, and I chat about how self-judgement and judgement of others has impacted us.  She shares reflections from her lengthy walk as a disciple of Jesus that began at a Billy Graham crusade at the tender age of 13. She highlights some pivotal moments in her life that led to profound spiritual growth and an ongoing reliance on Jesus. We talk about judgment, pride, and the humbling process of recognizing our own weaknesses.  Throughout the episode, we unpack the transformative power of humility and the often painful but necessary journey of selflessness.  We share struggles with self-importance and the battle with self-condemnation, and talk about the essence of servant leadership and the need for love, authenticity, and surrender in our spiritual lives. Join us as we invite you to acknowledge your need for God at every stage of your faith journey, and embrace the joy and peace that come with it.

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"He told me all that I ever did." - the Samaritan woman in John 4:39Yes, life is messy and integration of Jesus and faith with life often doesn’t look like what we thought it was “supposed” to or think it "should" look like. Are we shocked? We are literally told by Jesus that this life is full of trials. Yet we as we show up we can heal and grow in ALL God promises. He has after all, overcome. We can too.He saved me. I can’t say it more clearly than that. Yes, Jesus has proven to me to be the ultimate answer. Has it been easy? No. It’s been 25 years of a winding road that he has made straight. As I continue to walk it out, I can’t help but testify - and to talk with others in their own unique  places on the discipleship road. How amazing. “Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen." Ephesians 3:20-21