If Scripture is a field of glory, this is one of the tall, flowering blooms of the field.
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Royalty
Our membership in the most royal family.
The Last Unicorn
Many no longer believed in unicorns...until the Last One appearing, revealing what was hidden in the sea.
A Tonal Reading of Scripture
Listening for the heart of the text.
An Angelic Encounter
An angel in prison.
All Things New
"This little blue marble is our home, and it's been floating like this for a very long time."
Limitless Energy and the Theology of Union
Nuclear fusion and how it connects to the future of religion and spirituality.
Expungement
The latest installment from Barry... Samuel Johnson, stolen livestock, expungement, and spiritual victory.
The Unfurling of the Kingdom
A stunning metaphor for the Kingdom of God and its "furled" state within each of us.
Abiding in Christ: Hudson Taylor’s Revelation
The revelation that changed everything for a radical missionary to China.
Between the Sheets: Intimacy in the Secret Place
"God was done with my lip service and was going to take me into the secret place for a deeper, more intimate relationship."
True Reality
Experience True Reality... Discover your True Identity.
Praying at the Lunar Faire
An experience at a Wiccan event and a reflection on the church.
Who is this?
Who is this who rises like the dawn, as beautiful as the full moon...
Tranquility Base
You are reflecting the light of the Son, which varies in intensity by what gets in the way.
A Floodlight for Your Bible
Addressing “dead-letter” literalists with a “more excellent” revelation.
The Sword that Pierced the World
Examining the glorious objects that cast their shadows onto the Old Testament.
Speaking His Name (by Matt Spinks)
Do people around you know the One who changed your life?
The Terraforming Initiative of Heaven
Terraforming, or modifying planets, has roots not only in science fiction, but in the core of spirituality.
Quantum Entanglement and the Wisdom of Rafiki
The divine mystery hidden in both quantum physics and classic Disney movies!
(Healing) Vengeance is Mine
A closer look at the Sermon on the Mount and the heart of God.
Narnia, George Harrison, and a Twenty Dollar Bill
A revealing dream(s), and a word of wisdom.
The Realest Meal
Delight yourself in abundance this month.
The Song
Give us this day our daily song.
Why Do I Exist…?
Answering the timeless question.
Revisiting the Burning Bush
A fresh look at the name of God.
The Invitation to Awaken
God's grace in our unfaithfulness.
Purpose
The Eternal Drink (and the Reason behind the Reason)
The Existence of the Messiah
Science, spirituality, suffering…and faith.
P(e)acemaker
Recalibrating the heart.
Lenten Traditions
Tradition and truth.
The Larger Story
Original Blessing and Eternal Love
The Race to Survive
The Kingdom solution to racial and ethnic barriers.
What Do I Do With All This Anxiety?
The special, surprising solution to anxiety.
Dust and Glory
Some soul-lifting perspective from a distant space craft and an Old Testament prophet.
A Jesus Epiphany
Moving beyond “church as usual” and accusation-based Christianity. A brief blog from Bob Ingle.
The Evidence of Eden (and the Gospel in the Rainforest)
The remarkable evidence of the Sahara’s fertile past….and the promise of Eden’s return.
Supernovae and Tree Rings
A message in the stars traveling trillions of miles to speak to us intimately through trees.
The Future of the Church
Tying together previous conversations into a clear and vivid vision for the future of the global church.
A Celestial Revolution
If you were able to look at the world before and after these 16th century events took place, youβd feel like you were looking at two different planets.
You Make God Feel Good Inside
This month’s edition of the Elisha’s Riddle podcast.
And All Shall Be Well
A hope-filled word from Jesus given to a young woman in the midst of a pandemic in the Dark Ages and how this connects with our story today.
The Finished Work of Jesus
How the revelation of what Jesus did on the cross changed everything.
Whales, Miracles, and the Kiss of God
A tremendous tale about God speaking through whales. Nick and Dylan continue in a conversation of the amazing things God has been revealing and confirming through the years.
Identity, Recovery, and Calling
Nick and Dylan share some fun stories as they discuss the amazing history behind a vision to reach those lost in addiction with the message of redeemed identity in Christ.
Fun in the Presence of God
A conversation between Nick and Dylan, co-creators of Elisha’s Riddle.
Becoming Like Children
Thereβs something about childlike innocence and fun that was in the Garden of Eden.
Hope in a Happy Meal
Grief, hope, and the incredibly intimate voice of God.
Gestation and New Life
Though scientists are able to plumb some of the cellular mechanics, that does make this any less of an extraordinary miracle.
Intoxicating Love
Journey into the All-Consuming Fire…
Stewarding Your Sonship
You can't see yourself as a steward if you don't see yourself as a son.
Be Holy
The call to holiness and the renewal of our "youth."
Well-Rested
Comfortable yokes and light burdens.
Made Perfect…the Final Chapter
"As a kid, the concept of βforeverβ frightened me... But as time went on, and I learned some things, I realized that 'forever' is a wonderfully glorious promise.'
Innocence & Harmony
There is a deep harmony that runs underneath everything like a healing river winding in and out of the rocks of existence. This is a river that everyone walks through unaware, though we all consciously dip our foot into it from time to time.
The Original Composition
"What was the difference between pressing the right piano keys, and making music? Love. It may have looked and sounded the same to an observer, but they were night and day different."
Do You Remember?
Christ was always the light within you, from the first moment you were given life.
Our Collective Identity in Christ
Helping others discover their True Identity...and moving the Grand Story forward...
Made Perfect: Chapter Six
The secret superpower of a Christian…
Christ and the Cosmos
In this new year, receive the gift of a new lens over your eyes. The lens of wonder and awe...
Visions of Ecstasy
But the earth-shattering, heaven-splitting, hell-exploding truth is that the revelation of Godβs infinite love and pleasure is for you, without you even lifting a finger.Β
Bibliolatry . . . The Worship of the Bible
Do we recognize Bibliolatry? The reason itβs so difficult is that it masks as Great Respect.
The Imagination and New Worlds
The inner place from which new possibilities are birthed.
Made Perfect
The problem is forgetting we’re completely whole and perfectly loved.
Creation: Our Original “Scriptures”
A black hole singularity in the innermost part of humanity...
The BEST News on the Planet
Keys to the kingdom, and eating from the right tree...
Made Perfect: Chapter Three
God created the universe to be the place where He shows His incredible generosity to you. Would you humble yourself and accept this unimaginable love?
Made Perfect: Chapter Two
The greatest event in the history of the world is when Jesus Christ, the Son of the Living God, was crucified. From the beginning of time, to the end of the world, this cosmic event overrides everything else.
Take Heart
A brief word on the advancing, dancing Kingdom.
Made Perfect: Chapter One
A look at the first chapter from the upcoming book "Made Perfect" by Dylan DeMarsico.
Antelope Canyon
People across the globe come to see it for themselves.Β See what?Β The results of . . . flowing water, and lots of time.
Seeds and Other Mysteries
Wonders of creation that mirror heavenly realities...
Happy Trinity Meditation 1: The River of Joy
To be human, is to be a child of Joy⦠The first of a series of meditations on the Happy Trinity.
The Inerrant and Infallible Christ
Wisdom from the only "inerrant" and "infallible" One.
A Changed Reality Through Prayer
The intersection between focus, imagination, and the miraculous.
A Display of Fatherβs Glory
A Uniquely Crafted Message for YOU.
God’s Holiness
The proper starting place for man's story, and a truly magnificent view of the holiness of God.
Rainbows & Eternity
God looked at Jesus and saw the infinite depths of His character and being, and within those depths He saw billions of other reflections. These facets and reflections were us. God saw us "in Christ" and desired to create the universe through Jesus in order to . . .
Holy Breath
The lure of the "good life" (whatever that means) comes at us with a thousand hooks, meant to consume our focus and arrange our livesΒ - to feel protected, secure, organized, safe.Β Yes, many of us have lost this sense of awestruck innocence, but it is quite present deep within, buried under layers and layers of cultural indoctrination, trauma/pain, and unmet expectations . . . awaiting an awakening.
Co-Creators
You are my beloved child created by love, for love, and to carry my love into the world to establish my kingdom on earth...You are created more powerfully than you realize. You create like I did - by bringing invisible things into the visible realm at all times.
The Simple Word of God
There are a lot of words in the Bible and sometimes you can feel lost. Which command do I obey? What is God speaking to me? Which verse should I focus on? Itβs helpful to remember that Jesus is the Word of God.
Without Form
God is good! Everything He created, He declared, βIt is good!β When He created and formed you, His masterpiece, seeing the very image and likeness of Himself, He said the same thing. Can you hear the wondrous delight in these simple words,Β βIt is very good!β
The Big Bang of the New Creation
The seed of God's Word birthed the universe through a Big Bang of radiant light. Then, the seed of God's Word birthed the new creation through a Big Bang of resurrection light.
Sometimes Sadness Comes
Yearning and longing can easily be mistaken for sadness... In dealing with the intensity of such emotions, what is truly needed is something that can provide a sustained satisfaction to that longing; a satisfaction that is not hurtful to ourselves or others. Something that does not distract us from βChrist in us the hope of glory.β
The “Deceitful” Heart
What God says about you is more trustworthy than what your flip-flopping heart says about you. And when you realize and experience that Christ is in you, you will start trusting your true heart in a whole new way.
Sociopath Father
A tragic story – and a passionate plea for the true portrait of the Three-in-Love God.
Feelings & Heart
The βissues of lifeβ come from your heart. Not your feelings. When something causes you to feel a certain way, instead of going with the feeling, take a few moments to take a deeper look at what is in your heart.
The Laughter of the Trinity
A chapter excerpt from Dylan DeMarsico's forthcoming book The Happy Trinity!
The “Deceitful” Heart – Part 3
The ultimate victory of the Cross has put to rest everything that could possibly hold us back from the most awesome existence imaginable β the one God dreamed up before the creation of the world, and the one He dreamed up specifically for you while you were in your motherβs womb.
Perceived Silence
We think of silence as a moment of no sound, no information coming in. No communication from him. That is not true. Silence can speak more to us sometimes than anything else can.Β Β
The Riddle of Two Sons
Does God hate some and love others? This article brings a powerful revelation into the verse "Jacob I have loved, Esau I have hated." It is revelation that not only explains the verse, but expounds on the entire destiny of human history!
Your Golden Ticket
The cross is your golden ticket into all the blessings of God.
When You Pray…
Do we sometimes pray from our minds, thinking we are "believing in our hearts", yet missing something that may hinder us from seeing our prayers answered?
The Practice of the Presence of God
You do not βthinkβ your way into God's presence. Your heart and mind simply become aware of the One who is already here, there, and everywhere!
God is an Explosion of Happiness
"God is Spirit." The infamous words that Jesus spoke to a thirsty woman at a well. But what does that statement really mean? In Jesus's day, was this word "spirit" a nice, religious term? Was it a church word? ...No.
The “Deceitful” Heart – Part 2
Before we ever had our hearts deceived, before Eve ever listened to the serpent, we were blessed by our Father and Creator. This is Original Blessing. This is our inheritance. This concept is what we must receive and hold fast as our core belief in order to understand the character of God, the purpose of the Cross, and our very own nature.
Perfect Theology
There are over 41,000 denominations...all who believe that they have come to the correct understanding on certain aspects of the scriptures. Perhaps Godβs people have lost the plot somewhere, as the World-Encompassing Good News of the Gospel has been hijacked and turned into a contest of whoβs right and whoβs wrong.
The Song of the Ages
We were formed in the dust, yet we were never meant to remain a blend of chemical-infused earth. We were made by Love to bear the image of Love. This is why God leaned into manβs earthly form and kissed him into being. The Maker drew near to Adam and breathed into his nostrils the spark of divine life, which became our true genesis.
The “Deceitful” Heart – Part 1
There are two ways to view humankind: basically good, or basically evil. βOriginal Sinβ or βOriginal Blessing.β How we understand this issue is of vital importance.
Experiencing God
The reason people struggle to experience God is because they are looking for a God who is distant, boring, lifeless, aloof, silent, and completely focused on moral failures. The funny thing is, this God doesn't exist! So, if youβre looking for the God who is keeping track of your sins up in the sky, you are certainly going to struggle to experience βhim.β Thatβs a non-god!