Reading the Bible, Part II

Hi Sisters, If you have not read Reading the Bible Part I yet, I recommend starting there. In that post, I discussed reasons God has given us His Word. Here, I would like to walk you through how I help a woman start reading the Bible for herself. I will also ask the questions I … Continue reading Reading the Bible, Part II →

Reading the Word, Part 1

Can you relate to the following scenarios:1) You always knew you should be reading the Bible but weren't sure how to get started. You may have even asked someone, but couldn't find anyone to help you.2) You didn't know you should be reading the Bible but were "awakened" to the calling and then decided to … Continue reading Reading the Word, Part 1 →

How Can I Love My City?

Hi sisters, Do you have favorite Bible teachers? One of mine over the years has been Timothy Keller. For me, He was the first teacher who opened the Scriptures to show how the Jesus movement started out as a city movement. The first gatherings of Jesus followers were located in metropolis areas and then spread … Continue reading How Can I Love My City? →

OTUAW Thoughts

Last week, I had the privilege of attending a conference called "Operation Train Up a Woman." As always, being around other women who are committed to the Great Commandment and Great Commission is electrifying. (And though I'm not the "sappy" type, my heart was borderline bursting from being with women so meaningful in my life … Continue reading OTUAW Thoughts →

Thoughts on the Gospel of Jesus Christ

(The following is from Marisa F. For others posts by Marisa, click here) The Gospel is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes in Jesus Christ —Romans 1:16 When Earth was first created, it was in perfect unity with the Kingdom of Heaven which is described in the very beginning of … Continue reading Thoughts on the Gospel of Jesus Christ →

Vision Casting

In Luke 19:11-27, Jesus tells a parable about a nobleman who puts 10 servants in charge of his kingdom while he is gone. The nobleman gives them each a mina (this was about 3 months wages for a laborer) and says, "Engage in business until I come." The nobleman is Jesus and He has given … Continue reading Vision Casting →

When the Rabbi Says, “Come.”

Hi Sisters, Unexpected weather puts my flight in jeopardy. With little time to make a decision, my husband and I agree I should drive. My reaction . . . Pure excitement that I was about to have 12 hours driving in a car! I know, not the typical reaction, but hear me out. My list … Continue reading When the Rabbi Says, “Come.” →

Parable of the Talents

(The following is from Rachel W.) Jesus shares an interesting parable in Matthew 25 called, “The Parable of the Talents.” Many Christians are familiar with this story which says that Jesus gave five talents (a talent was a monetary unit worth about twenty years’ wages for a laborer) to a man, two talents to another … Continue reading Parable of the Talents →

Training

Hi Sisters, What does the word training mean to you? What comes to mind? For me, I think of three different scenarios in my life. One, I think of my season as an athlete. There was so much time, sweat, and mental preparation for each competition. This included: skill training, weight training, and team training. … Continue reading Training →