Was Jesus really “The Messiah”? For centuries not only the Jews, but apparently much of the Gentile world, anticipated the arrival of “The Messiah”, the one who would liberate the nation of Israel from the oppression and domination of other nations. He would bring peace and prosperity. He would establish His chosen people as a nation,…… Continue Reading
Author Archives: Marilyn
Sharing An Insight – Lesson 1
It must have been hard for the disciples to put it all together – that this man, Jesus, was really and truly God. “Before time itself was measured, the Voice was speaking. The Voice was and is God.” “His speech shaped the entire cosmos” and “all things that exist were birthed in Him”. How could…… Continue Reading
Lesson 1 – Intro – January 4 – 11 WHO IS JESUS?
Who is this man called Jesus? This very question has been asked in one way or another by people throughout history and in every language and location in the world. No one questions the veracity of the historical fact that He was an amazing performer of miracles, a teacher of great wisdom or that…… Continue Reading
What Happens After Christmas?
There are so many ways to “fix your eyes on Jesus” during the Christmas season. There are the carols, the Christmas concerts and wonderful music that direct our thoughts toward the arrival of the Messiah. There are cards, stories and books that help us to reflect on His miraculous birth. The candles, bells and…… Continue Reading
"Fix Your Eyes on Jesus"
A study based on the Gospel of John
"A Word to the Wise" . . .
Why stop now? You can go right on and learn about many more themes in the Book of Proverbs if you want to do so. You might like to read the introductions and use the study guides that have been provided for you these last 10 weeks, but really you can do it on…… Continue Reading
Sharing an Insight – Lesson 10
Did you ever sing this little song when you were a child? “Oh, be careful little hands what you do? Be careful little feet where you go? Be careful little mouth what you say? For the Father up above is looking down in love, so be careful little . . .” It has a…… Continue Reading
Lesson 10 – Intro – November 23 – 30 A Prescription without Side Effects
It is amazing what just one little pill can do. It may be tiny but its impact can be significant. If you are experiencing pain, a prescription of small pills can often reduce it quickly. If you can’t sleep, another pill can get you a solid night’s rest. Some medications work with a single…… Continue Reading
Sharing an Insight – for Lesson 9 and Thanksgiving, too
It’s a great deal easier to be thankful when you feel and actually are content. As we approach our annual day of Thanksgiving, it seems like a good time to take stock of my “contentment level”. The dictionary calls it “a state of peaceful happiness”, but that doesn’t seem to capture the whole idea for…… Continue Reading
Lesson 9 – Intro – November 16 – 23 The Right Thing To Do
It was “clean-up time“ at the pre-school. The busy little children were putting their paintings on the drying shelves, taking off their “dress-up” clothes, and setting other games and toys where they belonged. There was one 4 year old boy who was still building a structure with the blocks, intent on finishing the project…… Continue Reading