For generations the people of Israel had been waiting for their Messiah. Centuries of wondering. Centuries of hoping and trusting. Would God keep His promises? Would He really send The One who would rescue them and set up the throne of David and establish His Kingdom? In every century and in every generation there were…… Continue Reading
Author Archives: Marilyn
Waiting on the Lord – with confidence Intro Lesson 10 –
How many really dear friends do you have who are either about a decade younger or older than you are? The gift of friendship between people in different stages of life is a relationship that is to be treasured and protected. The counsel of a friend like this enriches not only the life of the…… Continue Reading
Waiting on the Lord – with hope – Intro Lesson 9
It’s easy to sing the beloved and famous hymn, “Great is Thy Faithfulness” when life is going smoothly, isn’t it? The reality of God’s compassion and mercy is very clear to us during those periods of time and we are able to express our gratefulness to the Lord from morning to evening. However, what do…… Continue Reading
Waiting on the Lord – with peace – Introduction Lesson 8 –
Would you agree that being “open-minded” and “tolerant” are character traits that are highly admired these days? No one wants to be labeled as opinionated or politically incorrect. The result is if you have strong beliefs about life, truth, or morals, either you may have to keep them to yourself or run the risk of…… Continue Reading
Waiting on the Lord – with conviction – Intro Lesson 7 – February 21 – 28
Do you ever think about the kind of epitaph your family or you might want to have on your tombstone? It can be an entertaining topic of conversation and it can also be quite thought provoking. While the words describing King Ahab were not simply inscribed on stone, they were printed in the Bible for…… Continue Reading
Waiting on the Lord – with patience – Introduction – Lesson 6 – Feb. 14 – 21
It seems like the words “waiting” and “patience” have an inextricable bond. A person can wait without patience, of course, but it then becomes a miserable experience and time seems to move even more slowly. Often grumbling, complaining, and frustration are both inwardly felt and outwardly expressed when someone cannot find the strength to be…… Continue Reading
Waiting on the Lord – with courage – Intro Lesson 5
Would you agree that when Christopher Robin said to Winnie the Pooh, “If ever there is tomorrow when we’re not together, there is something you must always remember. You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. But the most important thing is, even if we’re apart, I’ll always…… Continue Reading
Waiting on the Lord – with anticipation – Intro Lesson 4 – January 31 -Feb. 7
There is an old expression that is often used to describe a person’s general outlook on life. It is a question that is simple to answer, but it can be quite profound in its implications. The response often indicates whether life is lived with an optimistic or a pessimistic attitude. Of course, the question or…… Continue Reading
Waiting on the Lord – with faith – Intro Lesson 3 – Jan. 24 – 31
What do you do when you are facing the possibility of unexpected loss? When life is going smoothly and suddenly you find out your job might end or medical tests might show cancer? When you know that God is asking you to do something that feels like a foolish risk to you, to whom do…… Continue Reading
WHAT CAUSES YOU TO WORRY? – Intro Lesson 2 – Jan 17 – 24
What would you say are your biggest worries? Are there concerns that plague your mind in the middle of the night or keep you from focusing well on your work? Surveys generally agree that the most common worries of Americans include getting old, financial issues and the future, fitness and weight, relational issues, and fatigue…… Continue Reading