My friend makes it a practice to mentally give thanks to God each night, before she drifts off to sleep, for 5 very specific things that she experienced during that day. She has found that these thoughts help her to turn her heart to God so that the anxieties of life and the challenges that…… Continue Reading
Author Archives: Marilyn
Insight from Old Testament Prophets Lesson 9 – November 7 – 14
Why is it that some individuals believe that they have received a special ability to foretell the future or even to predict the date of the return of Jesus? Even more surprising is that these people are able to convince others that their ideas and forecasts are reliable. Certainly there is scientific, as well as…… Continue Reading
Sharing Some Thoughts – Lesson 8
Is there a day that goes by when you do not feel the need for more wisdom than you have on your own? As long as you and I are in “that awkward period between birth and death” (unknown source), there will be constant reminders that our own resources and intelligence are inadequate. Knowledge, experience,…… Continue Reading
Insight from Solomon in Proverbs Lesson 8 – October 31 – November 7
Did your mom or dad have some wise old sayings, sometimes referred to as adages, that they would repeat to you under certain circumstances? Perhaps you heard one of these from time to time. “Beggars can’t be choosers.” “The squeaky wheel gets the grease.” “A penny saved is a penny earned.” Every language seems to…… Continue Reading
Sharing Some Thoughts – Lesson 7
Every day I pray for my children and my grandchildren. Do you? I want them to love and to follow the Lord, to know His blessings and His forgiveness, to experience His peace and His joy. How grateful I am that the Psalms reminded me this week that my children and the following generations will…… Continue Reading
Insight from David in the Psalms Lesson 7 – October 24 – 31
What do you think about when you hear the word “worship”? Does it refer to the moments when you are standing up in church and singing great songs of praise and adoration? Is it when you are deeply moved by the beauty or grandeur of God’s creation? Is it when you turn to God for…… Continue Reading
Sharing An Insight – Lesson 6
Does it surprise you to know that the concept of “fearing God” can be found in so many of the Old Testament stories? The great leaders modeled what it meant when they demonstrated their desire to trust and follow Jehovah, their one and only God. They taught the people that it was very important to…… Continue Reading
Insight from some Great Leaders Lesson 6 – October 17 – 24
Do you remember the stories about “Curious George”? Since those books, written and illustrated by Hans and Margret Ray, were first published in 1941 children have been fascinated by the adventures of that inquisitive and courageous little monkey and his friend, The Man with the Yellow Hat. Why is it that children find these stories…… Continue Reading
Sharing An Insight – Lesson 5
“Indescribable, uncontainable, all powerful, untamable. Awestruck we fall to our knees as we humbly proclaim, ‘You are amazing, God.’ You know my heart and You love me the same. You are amazing, God.” Chris Tomlin expressed so vividly, as he penned his song, just what it means to “fear God”, didn’t he? Isn’t it good…… Continue Reading
Insight from the life of Moses – Lesson 5 – October 10 – 17
A famous old saying goes “actions speak louder than words.” Have you ever heard it said like this? “Characterize people by their actions and you will never be fooled by their words.” These truisms have been passed down through many generations and are no doubt easily translated into similar sayings around the world. We all…… Continue Reading