Do you believe that when people create something of great beauty, it brings a smile to the face of God? When a composer writes “an elaborate musical composition for full orchestra”, which we call a symphony, does it please Him? When a sculptor is able to take a piece of stone or wood and gradually…… Continue Reading
Author Archives: Marilyn
How Is Your Hearing? – An Insight for Lesson 3
How is your hearing these days? Has age and time gradually diminished your ability to hear certain tones or do you need the volume to be just a bit louder than you used to like it to be? For most people it is a very gradual and subtle decline and one that we try to…… Continue Reading
ADVICE from a FATHER-IN-LAW – Introduction to Lesson 3 – September 29 – Oct. 6
Why is it that human beings sometimes refuse to seek or take advice that could save them from making mistakes, being injured, and “having to learn the hard way”. We are all prone to want to do things our own way, aren’t we? One of the most common reasons that adults do not get counsel…… Continue Reading
Awestruck! – An Insight for Lesson 2
“Consider what great things He has done for you.” (I Samuel 12: 24) It is a motto that should be posted in every room in my house! It’s what caused the midwives to choose to do the right thing and to even risk their own lives. Amazing things happen when we focus on the greatness…… Continue Reading
TWO FEARLESS MIDWIVES – Intro to Lesson 2 – Sept. 22 – 29
We live in a culture where tolerance is seen as a very important personal trait. Perhaps discovering the definition of the word “tolerant” is key to deciding if it is a characteristic that you want to fully adopt or not. For some people, tolerance is simply “withholding the power to coerce conformity” or being gracious,…… Continue Reading
“Say What You Mean . . .” – An Insight for Lesson 1
How often have you heard it said, “Say what you mean and mean what you say”? Would you agree that people who heed this sage advice are likely to be trustworthy? After all, if you can and do explain your feelings, thoughts, questions, and expectations clearly, then people can easily understand who you are and…… Continue Reading
A TRUSTWORTHY SERVANT – Intro to Lesson 1 – September 15 – 22
Whether you are the employer or the employee, there is one characteristic that will greatly influence the long-term success or the failure of your organization or business. One expert has rightly said “this quality is the most valuable commodity in the workplace.” While having a good work ethic, being dependable, having a positive attitude and…… Continue Reading
“Now is the Time . . .”
The study guides are ready for you to print out or to use online. The introductions will start arriving by e-mail on Friday, September 15 – if you have subscribed, You can choose when and where you will do the lesson week by week – at your convenience. There’s a double benefit when you find…… Continue Reading
FOR WHAT WILL YOU BE REMEMBERED?
Have you been to a “Memorial Service” recently? It is usually a special time when friends and family gather together to honor or to remember a family member or a friend and to bring solace to those who are grieving the loss in very deep and personal ways. For people of faith in Jesus Christ,…… Continue Reading
A Bible Study for Ordinary People
Why is it that God often uses very ordinary, behind-the scenes, people to accomplish extraordinary tasks? You will be greatly encouraged as you read the stories of some of these unsung heroes of faith in the Old Testament. You will be inspired as you discover the significant impact that is made through individuals who choose to…… Continue Reading