Author Archives: Marilyn

It’s Worth Reading –

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

PICK UP YOUR BROOM – Intro to Lesson 5 – June 2 – 9

Attitude. Attitude. Attitude. We hear it all the time. In the classroom, at home, and on the job. The way people subtly communicate how they are feeling about themselves and their environment impacts not only their own relationships and productivity, but it affects everyone around them.  Charles Swindoll said: “Attitude, to me, is more important than the…Continue Reading

Whose Applause Do You Want? An Insight for Lesson 4

There’s one huge difference between “representing” a business, an organization, or simply a group of people and being a “representative” or “messenger” of Jesus. Can you think what it might be? Paul tells the Thessalonians that as a “messenger approved by God”, he is not looking for the applause or approval of men. His one…Continue Reading

Am I An Athlete? An Insight for Lesson One

What adjectives come immediately to your mind when you think of an athlete or a marathon runner? The ones that keep circling in my mind are disciplined and passionate.   They’re willing to get up early to practice – every day. They are determined and focused, willing to forego other pleasures and opportunities so that they…Continue Reading