welcome to

BLOOMING WITH JESUS BLOG

Beyond Religion: The Vital Necessity of Knowing God's Word for Yourself
Wholeness in Christ, Practical Growth Tips Jennifer Mehling Wholeness in Christ, Practical Growth Tips Jennifer Mehling

Beyond Religion: The Vital Necessity of Knowing God's Word for Yourself

In our journey of faith, it's easy to fall into the trap of religion - going through the motions, depending on others for spiritual nourishment, and neglecting our own personal relationship with God. But in these days, it's more crucial than ever that we move beyond religion and into a vibrant, life-giving connection with our Heavenly Father.

The Danger of Secondhand Faith

Don't get me wrong - pastors, teachers, and spiritual leaders are vital gifts to the Body of Christ. They are called to equip us, guide us, and point us to truth (Ephesians 4:11-12). But they were never meant to be a substitute for our own direct relationship with God.

Read More
Encountering Jesus in the Garden of Your Mind

Encountering Jesus in the Garden of Your Mind

Hello dear friend! It's Jennifer again, and I'm so glad you've joined me today. I want to share something very close to my heart - how meeting with Jesus in our memories can bring profound healing.

After I was baptized in the Spirit, I began learning that Jesus is in everything, that He was present in every traumatic experience I had gone through. So I started to practice rewiring those experiences by closing my eyes, going back to those moments, and asking Him to reveal Himself to me there.

Read More
Tending Your First Garden Seeds: Simple Steps for Sacred Moments

Tending Your First Garden Seeds: Simple Steps for Sacred Moments

Hi friend, Jennifer here again. After our first exploration of finding safety in God's garden, I've been touched by how many of you shared your initial garden experiences with me. Today, let's dig a little deeper (garden pun intended!) into making these sacred moments part of your daily life.

Read More

Links