Studies, Lessons and Devotionals
Open My Eyes, Lord (Release)
As women, we are on a journey, hunting for fulfillment in life. But all too often we focus on attaining that gratification from this physical world when there is another world around us-more real-and more exciting.
Interactive Lesson for Women Whose Husbands Are Not Yet Disciples
Chronological Bible 7: Moses Dies, Joshua Conquers Canaan
Deuteronomy 26-30
This is first entry after the Laws of Moses, (yea!) and covers the IMPORTANCE OF THE LAW and the COVENANT, GRACE, PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY, plus the BLESSINGS AND CURSES related to keeping or breaking the Law. (one day of reading) The covenant is not to be taken lightly, because breach of this agreement brings curses, and the agreement itself is nothing to sneeze at – the Law of Moses is the most comprehensive, radically different, and morally demanding law that any nation had seen up to that time.
Designed on Purpose 7: Purposeful Fellowship
I John 1:3-7 We proclaim to you what we have seen and heard, so that you also may have fellowship with us. And our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son, Jesus Christ. We write this to make our joy complete.
Fellowship is based on our shared faith in Christ, our shared experience of grace and our commitment to follow Jesus
Chronological Bible 6: Laws of Moses part 2
This entry on the Laws of Moses is still covering Religious and Ceremonial Laws and includes letter "K" of my outline and letter "R", touching on topics such as "Rules for Priests", which includes discussions of HOLINESS, PRIORITIES, VIEWS OF WEALTH, and some bizarre insights into curing SKIN DISEASES. (Three days reading) My notes here continue to include many quotes or paraphrases of Dr. F. LaGard Smith’s narration. Having been a professor of Law at
Designed on Purpose 6: The Power of the Tongue
Likewise the tongue is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts. Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark. The tongue also is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole person, sets the whole course of his life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell. (James 3:5-6)
Chronological Bible 5: More Moses, Laws of Moses part 1
The story of Balaam and his donkey is one of the most humorous accounts in the bible! You can quite accurately say that God used the incident to show Balaam what a jackass he was; in fact, perhaps this is the origin of the insult!
Using Your Words: To Share or Swear?
A song we sing in church goes like this: “I don’t talk the talk, that I used to, since I laid my burdens down…”
Designed on Purpose 5: Prudence and appropriateness
What is prudence; appropriateness; discernment?
pru·dent adj.
Wise in handling practical matters; exercising good judgment or common sense.
Careful in regard to one's own interests; provident.
Careful about one's conduct; circumspect.
Chronological Bible 4: More Moses
As Moses leads the people spiritually, they begin to experience life as a new nation, and all the questions and responsibilities that go with it. This entry covers two days of reading and hits on topics such as: God being the Center of our lives, understanding how important each person's role is and truly respecting the Word of God.
