One of the delightful things about young children is their enthusiasm and joy when they realize that something special is about to happen. It might be Christmas or the first day of kindergarten, but it could also be something that would be quite ordinary to most adults, like going out for an ice cream cone…… Continue Reading
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Lesson 3 – Intro – January 24 – 31 PRAYING WITH HOPE
Did you know “that you and I could probably live 40 days without food, 8 days without water, 4 minutes without air, but only a few seconds without hope”? What is it about hope that makes it so essential to our lives? The anticipation that tomorrow will be better, that change is possible, or that…… Continue Reading
Sharing an Insight – Lesson 2 –
Do you like lists? I need them – every day. In fact, I wouldn’t function very well without them. What groceries do I need at Safeway, Trader Joes, and Costco this week? What errands do I need to do when I go in to town? What calls do I want to make? And, of course,…… Continue Reading
Lesson 2 – Intro – January 17 – 24 PRAYING WITH PERSEVERANCE
We thrive on the immediate and the instantaneous, don’t we? Multi-tasking so that we can accomplish more things in less time is a way of life for many. Instant communication through texting and chatting provides us not only with convenience but the ability to communicate in the moment. Waiting is simply not something most of…… Continue Reading
Get Ready, Get Set, Go
Get Ready – What would it take to move forward in your relationship with Jesus? Could it be that prayer might be an important part of this? “Nobody who has grown in the life of God has neglected prayer.” (W. Sangster) Think about it. Get Set – Print out your study guides so that you’re…… Continue Reading