Have you ever wondered what it would have been like to grow up in the home of Mary and Joseph? How did the information that Mary “treasured in her heart” sustain her and influence her? What did Joseph and Jesus enjoy doing together? How did sibling rivalry, competition, chores, and all those family dynamics come…… Continue Reading
Author Archives: Marilyn
FOUR BIG REASONS TO MEET JESUS THROUGH THE GOSPEL BY LUKE –
Here are 4 good reasons to study the Gospel written by Luke. I am grateful to Chuck Swindoll, the famous preacher, for the following summary of the Book of Luke, as found in “The LIVING INSIGHTS” study Bible. And to his summary, I say, “Amen”. It provides a trustworthy account of the life of Jesus. It provides…… Continue Reading
BEYOND THE MANGER . . .
Did you hear the Christmas carol called “It’s About the Cross” in the last few weeks? It was a new one to me this year but the words continue to swirl around in my mind every day. They so vividly tell the whole story of why Jesus came that Christmas morning and really why we…… Continue Reading
REMEMBERING and ANTICIPATING
As Christmas 2019 comes and goes, may you find yourself not only remembering and celebrating Jesus’ first arrival as a baby in Bethlehem, but eagerly anticipating His second coming. May you be filled with real peace and the life-giving joy that is found only in Him during this season and throughout the New Year. Thanks…… Continue Reading
FROM BETHLEHEM TO CALVARY
Meeting Jesus through His story in the Gospel of Luke To View or Print Study Guides Have you ever said to someone, “I would really like to get to know you”? What would be some of the reasons that would make you feel that way about another person? What are the ingredients that are intrinsic…… Continue Reading
YOUR INVITATION . . .
Wouldn’t you like to understand more about just who Jesus was as He walked through those towns and villages so long ago? Our winter study will enable you to do exactly that as we journey with Him “From Bethlehem to Calvary.” This 13-week study will begin on Friday, January 10. You are welcome to use…… Continue Reading
ANNOUNCING THE ARRIVAL OF MY NEW BOOK . . .
Less than one week ago my second devotional book arrived from the printer! CHECK IT OUT – on Amazon.com. – “MEDITATE ON THESE THINGS”. Why not just go ahead and buy a few copies – one for yourself and a few to give to your friends this Christmas season? It includes a collection of the…… Continue Reading
GOD’S PROMISE OF A FUTURE – Intro to Lesson 11 – Nov. 29 – Dec. 6
How often in the past year or two have you heard a sermon or read a book about heaven? Perhaps an even less likely subject of discussion these days is the topic of hell. The image of a pulpit-pounding, “fire and brimstone”, minister giving his audience a vivid picture of the contrast of being eternally…… Continue Reading
GOD’S PROMISE for REDEMPTION – Introduction to Lesson 10 – Nov. 22 – 29
When is the last time you met with someone to say the words, “I’m sorry”? It’s not an easy thing to do. First of all, you have to be humble enough to admit to yourself that you did or said something that was wrong. It can be much easier and less painful to simply justify…… Continue Reading
GOD’S PROMISE of GUIDANCE – Intro Lesson 9 – Nov. 15 – 22
What is the first word that comes to your mind when you hear the phrase “Sunday Christian”? Perhaps it is hypocrite or pretense. If you were to describe that person you might say, “someone who puts on the appearance of being virtuous, spiritual and devoted to the principles of real faith, but does not demonstrate…… Continue Reading