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
Author Archives: Marilyn
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
REAL PEOPLE – REAL FAITH
A Glimpse into the Lives of Ordinary People in the Old Testament who Trusted God To View or Print Study Guides It has been said that a well-written biography can be “as exciting as one of your favorite thrillers, more motivating than a self-help best seller or more compelling than a high pressure sales pitch”.…… Continue Reading
ANNOUNCING – New Fall Bible Study
REAL PEOPLE – REAL FAITH A Glimpse in the lives of Ordinary People in the Old Testament who Trusted God Watch for further information soon.… Continue Reading
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
PUT ON YOUR BADGE – Intro to Lesson 4 – May 26 – June 1
Imagine a community, a city, a place where men and women, boys and girls, enthusiastically wore a badge that said, “Christ Follower”. Then imagine even further what it would be like to live there if the reputation of these people who wore this type of identification was consistently individuals who were loving, joyful, generous, and…… Continue Reading
Are You Willing to Listen? An Insight for Lesson 3
Have your ever read Bonhoffer’s classic book, Life Together? I was reminded this week of the section in this book about the ministry of listening. In it he reminds us that “there are many times when ‘listening can be a greater service than speaking.” Why is it that we know this and yet for some…… Continue Reading
OPEN YOUR EARS – Intro to Lesson 3 – May 19 – 25
Christopher Robin spoke kindly words to his dear friend, Pooh, one day. He said, “Remember that you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think.” It didn’t take much to turn Pooh’s gloom into a song. At other times Pooh was the one to bring a sunny disposition and…… Continue Reading