242 Recognizing God Moments in Our Lives Turns an Average Day into Extraordinary

Your Hope-Filled Perspective with Dr. Michelle Bengtson podcast

Episode Summary:

How does God reveal himself to you during simple moments in life? God moments are real and occur all around us all the time. The ability to recognize a God moment differentiates between an average and an extraordinary day. Pastor Gale Kragt and I talk about recognizing God moments in our lives.

Quotables from the episode:

• Learn to see all the opportunities that are around you daily and be encouraged to step out in faith.
• If we want to recognize God moments in our lives, pray and ask God to make you more sensitive to those experiences around us.
• Experiencing God moments often comes as a result of looking for the opportunity to be a blessing.
• Practice stepping out in obedience to God—it feels risky but without the obedience, we don’t see the blessing of participating in God Moments.

Scripture References:

• Acts 10:38 how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and power, and how he went around doing good and healing all who were under the power of the devil, because God was with him. (NIV)
• Eph. 5:1 Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. (ESV)
• John 14:12 Very truly I tell you, whoever believes in me will do the works I have been doing, and they will do even greater things than these, because I am going to the Father. (NIV)

Recommended Resources:

• God Moments: Amazing Encounters with the Divine in Everyday Life by Pastor Gale Kragt
• The Hem of His Garment: Reaching Out to God When Pain Overwhelms by Dr. Michelle Bengtson
• YouVersion 5-Day Devotional Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms
• Today is Going to be a Good Day: 90 Promises to Start Your Day Off Right by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the AWSA 2023 Inspirational Gift Book of the Year Award, the Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in four categories, and the Christian Literary Awards Henri Award for Devotionals
• YouVersion 7-Day Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day
• YouVersion 7-Day Devotional, Today is Going to be Another Good Day
• Breaking Anxiety’s Grip: How to Reclaim the Peace God Promises by Dr. Michelle Bengtson
• Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Free Study Guide
• Free 7-Day YouVersion Bible Reading Plan for Breaking Anxiety’s Grip
• Hope Prevails: Insights from a Doctor’s Personal Journey Through Depression by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Reader’s Choice Award
• Hope Prevails Bible Study by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Reader’s Choice Award
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• Trusting God Through Cancer 2
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• Free Download: How To Fight Fearful/Anxious Thoughts and Win

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Guest:

Pastor Kragt holds a doctorate and master’s degree in Christian Counseling and Psychology from the Carolina University of Theology in Stanley, North Carolina. He does private consulting and assists several churches in Hastings, Michigan. He served as a Chaplain for 18 years.

Hosted By: Dr. Michelle Bengtson Audio Technical Support: Bryce Bengtson