How would you define the word “great?” How many synonyms for “great” can you list? Is it the size of something or the significance of the object? Is it the uniqueness or the superior quality? It seems often the word is used to describe an event or an object that is simply above normal or…… Continue Reading
Author Archives: Marilyn
RESPONDING TO CHAOS – Series Introduction – April 17 – 24
How do you remain focused when the rhythms of your life are unexpectedly disrupted? Where do you find peace when the unknowns loom large? Where do you find comfort when everything seems topsy-turvy? There is no question that the uncertainties of today’s pandemic are causing most of us to experience some degree of anxiety or…… Continue Reading
Check out our new study for Spring – “Finding Delight in the Lord”
What do you think of when you hear the word “delight”? The Psalmist challenges us to find our extreme satisfaction and pleasure in God. You are invited to join us for our new 6 week Bible study as we discover what this really means and various ways to help us find our joy and contentment…… Continue Reading
FINDING DELIGHT IN THE LORD
“Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart.” Psalm 37: 4 TO VIEW OR PRINT STUDY GUIDES When you hear the word “delight” or “delightful”, what images come to your mind? Perhaps you see a tea party or a particularly happy event. Maybe it is visualizing a stroll…… Continue Reading
THE REALITY OF DEATH – Intro Lesson 13 – April 3 – 10
Death. It’s a sobering word. No matter what age you are or where you are, the word itself often has the power to silence conversations and causes most of us to pause and to think. Individuals respond in unpredictable ways when confronted with the news that a friend or family member is close to death. …… Continue Reading
HOW DO YOU STAY FOCUSED? Intro – Lesson 12 – March 27 – April 3
What do you think it was like for Jesus as He traveled those last miles along the Jordan River from Galilee to Jericho? He had crisscrossed from Judea to Galilee, which is a distance of about 100 miles, several times in the last 3 years, but this was the final lap of His trip. He…… Continue Reading
DO YOU HAVE A LIFE MOTTO? Intro Lesson 11 – March 20 – 27
“Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow . . .” Eternity! How often do you think about it? It’s not something that most of us dwell upon daily. The death of a family member or friend, an accident or a diagnosis of a serious illness can make us pause and consider the reality of our…… Continue Reading
WHAT IS A PARABLE? – Intro Lesson 10 – March 13 – 20
Why did Jesus use so many parables as He spoke to His disciples and the crowds? Were they simply a good means to get the attention of the listeners? Were they to help the people remember what He was saying so that they could discuss it among themselves? Were they for purposes of entertainment…… Continue Reading
A HEALING TOUCH – Intro Lesson 9 – March 6 – 13
Why is it that a gentle pat on your arm or shoulder from a friend can communicate more encouragement than many words? At other times a warm embrace or even an affirming hug can renew energy and courage and even create a sense of well being. Experts tell us that our skin is the largest…… Continue Reading
BE CARFUL! WATCH OUT! – Intro Lesson 8 – Feb. 28 – March 6
How do you respond when you become aware of a potential threat, danger, or risk? What is your reaction when you are given advice or counsel about a course of action that you are considering? Everyone has his or her own way of processing the cautionary information that comes to them, so the answers to…… Continue Reading