God's ways vs. God's acts

We know God sees us, but do you really believe God sees you?In this episode, I’m sharing my full opening night talk from The Potter’s Mark conference in Vermillion, Ohio. Through Hagar’s story in Genesis 16, God’s tender response to His people in Isaiah 49, and some of my own stories, we explore El Roi, the God who sees.Scriptures: Genesis 16, Isaiah 49, Psalm 31, and Ephesians 1:17–18.

I thought I had all there was to God!I was given 20 minutes on stage during the Akron Women on Purpose conference this year to tell my life story. I shared about my Christian childhood and perfect Christian resume - and how it began to crumble when all of my serving and doing couldn’t keep up as I became a mom. Yet during this crash, God taught me the craziest lesson- He didn’t need anything from me. And my view of who He was and why Jesus came was incomplete. Spiritually, I was just sitting in a lobby, missing the rest of the resort.

You’re invited to join along as I co-host a podcast with my friend Asheritah Ciuciu! I’m talking a little bit about this new adventure and giving you a taste of the first episode. Prayer of Rest on YouTube Prayers of Rest Podcast

Have you ever prayed for a stranger? I've become so fixated on this idea that I have the mind of Christ (1 Corinthians 2:16), I am one spirit with Christ (1 Corinthians 6:17) and I bring God's kingdom with me. Believe it or not, it has me praying for strangers in stores! In this episode I share a powerful experience where a stranger prayed for me and how it changed my idea of "Your Kingdom Come".

Can you relate to the idea of feeling a little bored as you read through your Bible study or crack open your Bible? Today's part two episode walks you through 5 things to do as you're reading your Bible. 1. Get to know God 2. Go slow 3. Grab a pen 4. Let the Bible teach you the Bible 5. Follow what the Spirit leads Resources: Make sure you listened to our part 1 episode first! Here is the episode about Eternal Life Verses Mentioned: John 17:3, Matthew 13:11, Romans 16:25, John 16:13-14 In this episode I do mention my favorite tool for those getting started in the Bible, Simply Bible.

Have you ever felt bored in the Bible? Today I share 5 ways to shift from boredom to delight. Have any questions about reading your Bible? Send a message at hannahnitz.com/say-hello for me to answer next episode! Verses mentioned: Psalm 73:25, Psalm 16:11, Acts 2:25-28, I Corinthians 2, Matthew 16:15, Galatians 4:6, John 5:39, Matthew 5:6

I've spent a ridiculous amount of time thinking about this question. What is the point of the Christian life? Many in the church will quickly answer- "to give God glory". What does that mean? How do we bring God the most glory? Today I dive into this question, tell you why the term Christian Hedonism has been blowing my mind, and give you a few points from the book Pleasures Evermore by Sam Storms. True or False: “The purpose of life is to glorify God, not to be happy”

What if one of the secrets to experiencing more of God is all about His presence? Noelle Beck is with us today talking about her alone time with God, and how our focus should be more on God's PRESENCE and less on our DOING.  Psalm 16:11 ESV You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.

Could talking about the tabernacle possibly get you excited to spend more time with God? We are about to find out! I heard a quote from Marty Solomon when he was teaching on the tabernacle that says “I believe there is an indirect promise that if we create the space for God, He will fill it.” Let's talk about what that looks like! Have thoughts or questions on making room for God? Hit me up! BEMA Podcast Episode 24.

A thought that I've been trying to figure out: “Its possible to know a lot about God, but not know God”. What's the difference? Why does this matter? I talk about the difference laid out in Pslam 103:7 between God's ways and God's acts, and the invitation we have to KNOW our creator.  Send me a video message with your thoughts and I will respond! Just use your phone and find me on Marco Polo.