It is obvious that Paul knows something about praying that I would like to know! It “lightens his spirit with joy” and “makes his heart glad”. So as I look at my prayer cards today, I am going to take time to be genuinely thankful that each person is in my life and give thanks…… Continue Reading
Author Archives: Marilyn
WHAT REALLY MATTERS – Lesson 2 Introduction – June 20 – 27
Do you have a spiritual mentor? Someone who first introduced you to the Good News about Christ or someone who has loved you and consistently cared about your journey of faith. Perhaps you have a mature friend who faithfully challenges you to make an attitude adjustment or helps you in a crisis decision. If you…… Continue Reading
Sharing An Insight – Lesson 1
Here is the prayer that is by my computer for this summer – “’Lord God, my Father, may my love grow more and more in wisdom and insight – so that I will be able to examine and determine the best from everything else. And on the day of Your judgment, let me stand pure…… Continue Reading
THE BIG PICTURE – Lesson 1 – Introduction – June 13 – 20
It really doesn’t matter whether it is the Eiffel Tower, a rose garden, or an elephant. Standing back far enough to see the whole object is a very important thing to do. The tower is far more than an amazing amount of iron lattice work or a stair case, isn’t it? While a rose is…… Continue Reading
Scheduled or Spontaneous?
When it comes to making time for Bible study, there is no “one size fits all”, is there? Some people need to look realistically at their schedules and make a commitment to block out a regular and disciplined time for study each week. Keeping those “appointments” diligently will enable them to accomplish their goals week…… Continue Reading
WHAT A GREAT STORY!
What an amazing journey! It all started because of a vision that Paul had one night when he saw a man standing and begging him to “Come over to Macedonia (presently called Greece) and help them.” He and his traveling companions, Silas and Timothy, immediately concluded that they were to go and preach the good…… Continue Reading
A Word of Encouragement
It really doesn’t matter whether it is the race that is long, the future that seems unsettled, or simply the uncertainties of life, we all need encouragement – that sense of affirmation, confidence or trust that comes through another person. It lifts your spirit, energizes you, and renews your strength and courage, doesn’t it? Sometimes it can…… Continue Reading
Sharing An Insight – Lesson 8 – Acts 1 and 2
Waiting and wondering has always been a part of life for those who would follow Jesus. Once again those disciples had to wait in Jerusalem for the coming of the Holy Spirit. They certainly knew about Him, but little did they realize the enormous drama that would accompany His coming. Then, just when Jerusalem was…… Continue Reading
Lesson 8 – Introduction – May 9 – 16 The Rest of the Story
Do you ever take a sneak preview of the final chapter in a book to find out how a story is going to end? It’s a habit that some folks have while others would not even consider spoiling the intrigue or suspense which the author has worked so hard to create. Of course, some very…… Continue Reading
Sharing An Insight – Lesson 7 – John 21
What do you think flashed through Peter’s mind when Jesus called his name after serving the surprise breakfast on the beach to a group of the disciples? Why would Jesus single him out? His guilty conscience might have reminded him that he deserved a strong reprimand and a lecture or perhaps the consequences of His…… Continue Reading