What is it that makes some children and grandchildren want to follow in the footsteps of their parents or their grandparents when it comes to trusting God and following Jesus? What makes some of them turn away? Of course, there are a myriad of answers to these questions, but I love the promise in Psalm…… Continue Reading
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DO NOT FRET – Intro to Lesson 9 – March 4 – 11
How would you define the word “fret”? Do you think it is closer to feeling angry or to being worried? The dictionary defines it as “vexed, uneasy, troubled or agitated.” When you hear the phrases, “I’m losing sleep over this” or “She is in quite a dither”, a simpler way to express those ideas could…… Continue Reading
“Teach Me Your Way, O Lord” – An Insight for Lesson 8
Sometimes songs help us express the desires of our hearts. Here’s one that has helped me this week “Teach me Your way, O Lord, teach me Your way! Your guiding grace afford, teach me Your way! Help me to walk aright, more by faith, less by sight. Lead me with heav’nly light. Teach me Your…… Continue Reading
IN THE DARKNESS – Intro to Lesson 8 – Feb. 26 – March 4
Do you have any idea what “nyctophobia” means? It is a fear of darkness or the night and while it is much more prevalent in children, there are adults who continue to experience it under certain circumstances. Telling a young child that “ghosts are not real” and that there is “nothing different in their bedroom…… Continue Reading
Hearing from God – An Insight for Lesson 7
“You can trust Me, My child. I will not let you be disgraced or let your enemies be in charge of who you are. Give your life to Me and I will show you the right path and point out to you the best road for you to follow. Don’t try to deceive others or…… Continue Reading
THERE IS HOPE FOR YOU – Intro to Lesson 7 – February 19 – 26
What do you do when you are feeling vulnerable and lonely? To whom do you turn when the burden of guilt or shame weighs on your mind? How do you make decisions when the future is not clear and the choices that you have feel confusing? Friends can be very helpful and give not only…… Continue Reading
Childlike Wonder – An Insight for Lesson 6
Why is it that as most people grow older their sense of wonder seems to greatly diminish? Young children are naturally filled with wonder and awe. They look at the world around them with a sense of amazement and curiosity. Their questions and eager observations often make adults see things with a new perspective and…… Continue Reading
ABOVE and BEYOND – Intro to Lesson 6 – February 12 – 19
It is almost impossible to believe that men could conceive and actually build a massive structure like the Great Pyramid in Egypt, the Great Wall in China or the amazing Taj Mahal in India, isn’t it? Where did their creativity and ingenuity come from? In another arena, how did artists like Leonardo Da Vinci have…… Continue Reading
“In A Weary Land” – Insight for Lesson 5
There are times when a song really helps! The words, the melody, and the thoughts can turn the wandering thoughts of my mind to a singular focus, so here’s my song for this week. It reminds me of Psalm 18 and fits the circumstances of our world today, doesn’t it? Originally it was composed in…… Continue Reading
WHO ARE YOUR ENEMIES? – Intro to Lesson 5 – Feb. 5 – 12
Fighting and wars, defense and strategy, ambition and supremacy, violence and conflict have always been a part of the history of mankind since Adam and Eve started their family. Mankind continues to suffer not only because of selfishness, greed, and jealousy but because there is a great need for both individuals and nations to defend…… Continue Reading