Reading through the Old Testament this year, I’ve encountered many prophets. Prophecy is not a very glamorous occupation. Most often the prophets walk a tightrope on a sturdy thread of truth from God while the people of God seemed to be on the other end shaking the rope. They're constantly on the edge of death and …
Song of the Spirit
One of the most familiar American tunes is "Taps." (We named it in just 3 notes and without any hints on Tuesday Morning!) We've heard it played countless times as a bugle call. But have we ever heard the words? (Only 1 person among our group could sing a few on Tuesday Morning.) Here's the first verse: …
Why the Wait?
On Tuesday, our Equip Her leaders gathered to get ready for our fall session which starts in just 5 days!! Shereen had this to share with us. Are you waiting on something? If so, I know her words will speak to you as they did to me. I’ve discovered something about myself – a latent …
Classes That Fit Your Life
Life is busy. I get that. As I looked at my own calendar, hoping to find an opening for sharing life-on-life with other women who love Jesus, I noticed the times I came to church. Often I walked into church and back out again without talking to anyone. On Wednesday nights when I dropped my …
Final Thoughts: Armor of God
By Marlys Burgett This is our last time together. I’ve done multiple Bible studies over many years, yet this has probably been one of my favorites! Has it been so for you too? What has made it meaningful for me is the focus on this passage of scripture in Ephesians 6 that's abundantly full of …
Truth Hinge
As I worked through our lesson 5 homework, these words on Day 4 caught my attention: "[Truth] is the hinge upon which the entire issue of faith-filled living rests." Priscilla goes on to explain,"the truth of God's character and His Word provide the framework that allows our faith to flourish and thrive." I love the picture …
Prayer Strategy
{Marlys Burgett shared with us during class this week, drawing from her own experience crafting a prayer strategy from this study} Some of you have asked about the Prayer Strategy Cards that are located in the back of the book. I’m sure some of you have filled them out. But if not, I thought I …
A Battle Against . . .
God never disappoints with variety and impact when He teaches me as I prepare to lead a class. One time it may be through emotional upheaval while another lesson might bring a physical challenge. This week, it’s been a battle against pests! It started with ants in my kitchen. Every morning I wander out …
Be Strong
Most of my life has been about praying it safe. I started young, tucking my heart in with this nighttime entreaty: Now I lay me down to sleep I pray the Lord my soul to keep If I should die before I wake I pray the Lord my soul to take. Amen. Upon waking the …
Faithful Focus
At 5:13 this morning the birds interrupted my sleep ... again! A cacophony of twits and cackles with no melody or cadence. Not a song but a sound. Before the sun was up, they were up, and I with them. An hour later, the day began to hum and shine, diminishing the bird calls. But …
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