*May the realities of the death of JESUS on the cross keep you aware of who you were – 😢Alone, Lost, Hopeless, and Condemned *May the truths of the resurrection of JESUS fill your mind and heart with gratitude – 🤗Loved, Accepted, Justified, Forgiven, and Redeemed *May the joys of the ascension of JESUS…… Continue Reading
Author Archives: Marilyn
RESPONDING to CHAOS – Intro for study
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 political and economic changes are causing most of us to experience some degree…… Continue Reading
YOUR BEST LOVE LETTER
“How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. I love thee to the depth and breadth and height my soul can reach . . .” (Elizabeth Barrett Browning, 1850) Poetry books are filled with words of tenderness and love that are so beautifully expressed. Hidden in boxes on closet shelves are precious letters…… Continue Reading
NEW SPRING STUDY – “FINDING DELIGHT IN THE LORD”
What do you think about 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 this spring as we discover how to find our joy and contentment in Him above all else. Study…… Continue Reading
WAITING FOR THE MESSIAH – Lesson 11
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
WAITING FOR THE MESSIAH – Intro Lesson 11 – March 21 – 28
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
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