What is your favorite way to learn something new? Some like reading or listening to books; others prefer demonstrative tutorials; still more enjoy simply getting to practice and experiment. The best type of learning incorporates all of these styles. In his second letter, the Apostle Peter wrote: "His divine power has granted to us all… Continue reading Growing in Knowledge: May 2026 Scripture Writing Plan
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Magnify the Lord: Scripture Writing Plan April 2024
Have you ever gazed into a microscope to explore the structure of a cell (which is invisible to the naked eye)? Have you ever used a telescope to gaze at Saturn or Jupiter? Have you ever used a magnifying glass to read fine print? A microscope, a telescope, and a magnifying glass each use different… Continue reading Magnify the Lord: Scripture Writing Plan April 2024
God is My Refuge: January 2024 Scripture Writing Plan
Every so often, we get raging thunderstorms in Texas. Instead of a light sheet of rain, it's as if someone decided to dump a river over a few square miles in 10 minutes. Wind and hail tear things to pieces. Lightning shoots across the sky. Thunder roars. When such a storm strikes, you don't want… Continue reading God is My Refuge: January 2024 Scripture Writing Plan
Hosea – God’s Unfailing Love: July 2021 Scripture Writing Plan
“Come, let us return to the Lord; for he has torn us, that he may heal us...Let us know; let us press on to know the Lord;His going out is sure as the dawn;He will come to us as the showers,As the spring rains that water the earth."Hosea 6.1,3 Could you continue to love someone… Continue reading Hosea – God’s Unfailing Love: July 2021 Scripture Writing Plan
How do we Express our Gratitude to God?
Do I give the Lord perfunctory thanks and praise because I know it is expected? Am I in awe of His precious blessings, thanking Him like my kids thank me on Christmas when they receive a long-awaited gift?
Come as You Are, But…
I've seen many signs in front of church buildings that read, "Come as you are," and often wondered what message they hoped to convey. I know that regardless of "how" I show up to services, God knows whether my heart is focused on Him or caught up in self.
I may come impeccably dressed while my heart is in shambles.
I wear threadbare clothes while possessing a heart receptive to God's discipline.
Our attire, whether stainless or shabby, might be able to create a certain impression on people, but it will not conceal from God the state of our hearts or our minds.
Why Does It Matter What I Believe About God?
In our homeschool, we are currently reading Usborne Greek Myths. Our History lessons are taking us through ancient civilizations, so we are reading about the Greek "little-g" gods. Some might cringe at reading about pagan gods with impressionable kids, but I see it as a teaching opportunity. There are three things I try to teach… Continue reading Why Does It Matter What I Believe About God?
Who Is Your King?
The Israelites of Samuel's time wanted to be like all the nations surrounding them. They desired a king who would provide them with Security, Happiness, and Pride, not realizing they had rejected the blessings of God through their own pride and disobedience.
Are we guilty of wanting someone or something to care for us besides God?
Do we seek other kings to rule in our hearts so we can be like everyone around us?
God Really is Smarter than Everyone Else
We pay lip-service to God's wisdom, and yet when life does not go according to our own "brilliant" plans, we question Him. During those seasons in life when nothing makes sense, we are tempted to doubt the Lord. When those seasons come, it's time to go to His creation and remember who He is and who we are.
If You’re Doubting God’s Plan
Elijah sat in a dark cave brooding over the current state of affairs in Israel. He had rejoiced as he watched God's power thunder from heaven onto Mount Carmel, validating the Almighty’s supremacy over man-made Baal. The long-awaited revival of Israel seemed imminent. But that woman... The word of one wicked woman toppled Elijah from… Continue reading If You’re Doubting God’s Plan
Elihu's Corner 