Author Archives: Marilyn

VIEWING A MASTERPIECE

It’s a breath-taking experience to view the Taj Mahal, to see the Mona Lisa, or to read one of the great pieces of literature or poetry that has been treasured for decades, isn’t it?  A masterpiece is defined as a “work of outstanding artistry, skill or workmanship.”  Whether the venue is music, literature, art, architecture…Continue Reading

BETTER NUTRITION and FLAVOR

These days many people want their physical food precooked, prepared, processed, and packaged. Quick, easy and convenient is a priority. Nutritious and delicious is a bonus. Has it ever occurred to you that we have similar preferences when it comes to our spiritual diet? We are busy people so it is easiest to turn to…Continue Reading

“Because of HIS Great Love”

A Bible Study focused on Paul’s letter to the Ephesians To View or Print Study Guides – Do you have a box of treasured letters in the attic or in a special drawer somewhere in your house? Perhaps you have saved them because they are part of your family history or your own romantic story…Continue Reading

Announcing . . .

The arrival of our newest Bible study –            “Because of HIS Great Love” An opportunity to focus on Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. Lessons will be available the first week of June and the introductions to each lesson will be published week by week this summer, beginning Friday, June 18.Continue Reading

Through Experiencing Loss and Suffering – Introduction Lesson 5 – May 14 – 21

GRIEF – it’s a complicated human experience, isn’t it?  There is no immunity shot to prevent it or lessen its impact on the body, mind and spirit.  How would you define it?  The dictionary says it is, “intense mental anguish, deep remorse, acute sorrow”.  To grieve is “to be sorrowful to lament, mourn”.  Whether the…Continue Reading

Through Understanding God’s Compassion – Intro Lesson 4 – May 7 – 14

What would you say is the difference between sympathy, empathy and compassion?  Perhaps it will help to clarify the differences between them if you think of individuals who exemplify each of them.  While these words are closely related, they are not synonymous with one another. Sympathy means you can understand what the person is feeling. Empathy means that you feel what…Continue Reading