Young children are eager to please. In fact, while parents may not always feel that way, it is true that the biggest smiles come to the faces of 3 or 4 year olds when they know that their efforts have satisfied a significant adult. The truth is we all respond to praise. Hearing the words, “nice…… Continue Reading
Author Archives: Marilyn
Sharing An Insight – Lesson 7
Self-confidence. It’s a characteristic that is highly desired in our culture, isn’t it? Whether it is genuine or a facade for insecurity doesn’t seem to matter as long as the impression is one of being in control and self-sufficient. The truth is that SELF confidence is exactly the opposite of spiritual maturity. It’s GOD-confidence that…… Continue Reading
Sharing an Insight – Lesson 6
It would be interesting to see the shield that you have designed for yourself. What are the symbols that you have chosen to represent who you are or the things that are most important to you? It could be the basis for an interesting family discussion, couldn’t it? Here’s what mine has – a cross…… Continue Reading
Sharing an Insight – Lesson 5
Just this week I read a sweet little story about a young child whose kitten had just died even though she had prayed that God would not let this happen. Most of the adults in her life tried to comfort her by telling her that the kitten was now in heaven. Instead her grandmother tenderly…… Continue Reading
Sharing an Insight – Lesson 4
Here is a question that I have pondering this week as I have thought about God as MY Deliverer. “Is God more interested in changing my circumstances or would He be more desirous of changing me through or in these circumstances?” One would mean that He would deliver me from them (change them or take them away) and the other…… Continue Reading
Sharing An Insight – Lesson 3
One of the great desires of my heart is that my children and grandchildren will choose to follow the Lord throughout all the days of their lives. So when I find instruction and promises in Scripture that I need to follow and to believe, I draw 2 little stick figures beside that verse. Today as…… Continue Reading
Sharing An Insight – Lesson 2
One of my favorite places to walk is along West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz. It really doesn’t matter whether it is sunny and bright or on the foggy and windy side of things, does it? It’s simply a beautiful place to be reminded of the majesty and creativity of God. This week, however, I have…… Continue Reading
Sharing an Insight – Lesson 1
There is really no excuse for not doing what is good and right and helpful and kind! No excuse when I understand and remember that it is not what “I” can do, but what the LORD God wants to do through me, by His power and strength. So, today, Jesus, when you whisper in my ear…… Continue Reading
New Bible Study Introduction – Starting June 15 –
It’s time to print out your study guides and read the introduction. . . If someone asked you to list ten or more reasons why you love God, how would you respond? Why don’t you try it? Then you’ll have your answer ready just in case you would need it. Or perhaps it would be…… Continue Reading
Summer Study – Beginning June 15
“I Love You, O Lord” – 10 Amazing Reasons To Love God Check it out! The lessons are ready for you to print at your convenience. Our study, with the introduction to Lesson 1, will begin on June 15 – just 2 weeks from today. Why not invite some of your friends to join us…… Continue Reading