Do you have a “family crest” or as it more formally described “a coat of arms family crest”? For centuries throughout the world, families, royalty and even countries and territories were recognized by the symbols which were on their coat of arms. In fact, there were usually people, whose profession was called heraldry, who managed…… Continue Reading
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THE FAITHFUL GOD IS MY REFUGE – Introduction for Lesson 5 – October 9 – 16
There is a certain amount of comfort that comes when you simply hear the word “refuge”, isn’t there? It is a safe place to which you can flee in times of distress or danger. It might be a shelter that was built so that a family would be assured of protection from a threatening storm…… Continue Reading
THE SOVEREIGN GOD IS MY DELIVERER – Introduction Lesson 4 – Oct. 2 – 9
What comes to your mind when you hear the word “deliver”? Perhaps you think first of a package or your newspaper, the arrival of a baby, or a speech or lecture. While those concepts are all good uses of the word, the primary definition is “to release or rescue from bondage, danger, or evil of…… Continue Reading
THE IMMUTABLE GOD IS MY FORTRESS – Introduction Lesson 3 – Sept. 25 – Oct. 2
What do imagine when you think of a “fortress”? If you think of a massive or monumental structure that was built in a very strategic location for the defense of a city or populated area, you would be correct. In many places there were very protective walls attached to the stronghold and a citadel was…… Continue Reading
THE ETERNAL GOD IS MY ROCK – Intro Lesson 2 – Sept. 18 – 25
Have you ever stayed in a cabin or house where marbles easily roll across the floor? You might even have noticed in a building which is not level that it can be hard to hang a straight curtain rod or line up other features evenly. There is a very good chance that these issues are…… Continue Reading
THE ALMIGHTY GOD is MY STRENGTH – Introduction – Lesson 1 – Sept. 11 – 18
Are you by any chance feeling lonely or weak, discouraged or afraid? Perhaps you are feeling over-whelmed by an unexpected turn of events or the restrictions of this Covid pandemic. Maybe you are experiencing health problems, family issues or misunderstandings with your boss or a co-worker? Do you know anyone who cannot identify with these…… Continue Reading
GET READY, GET SET . . .
Some of the most poignant writing that people do is often written in the final years of their life. It is frequently very reflective and introspective. It might be centered on cherished memories or relationships or on recalling special events or major turning points. There might be some advice or counsel or choice morsels of…… Continue Reading
What Does It Mean to “Ponder”?
It’s a very old-fashioned word, isn’t it? In spite of that, you probably have a good idea of what it means and can think of several synonyms for it. Here are a few – meditate, deliberate, reflect, consider. The dictionary suggests that it means “to think deeply about something” or “to think with painstaking care and…… Continue Reading
“I LOVE YOU, O LORD”
A study based on David’s Song of Praise and Trust – Psalm 18 To View or Print Study Guides “I LOVE YOU, O LORD” If someone asked you to list ten or more reasons why you love God, how would you respond? Why don’t you try it? Then you’ll have your answer ready just in…… Continue Reading
PRAYING WITH CONFIDENCE
Lesson 9 – Hebrews The contrast is striking. Our culture teaches us that “self-confidence” is one of the greatest traits that parents and teachers should build into the lives of children. Counselors spend hours helping people to have a realistic view of their own potential and value. While all of this is very true, it…… Continue Reading