Jesus' Characteristics

This morning I made a visit to the dentist for a filling. It was early. I was cold. I did not want the shot to deaden my mouth. The sound of the drill was already playing in my head. I dreaded what I was going into before I ended up in the chair. Four hands…

I watched two young boys at the movie theater the other day. They were probably six to eight years old and were thrilled their dad had given them money for the concession stand. The movie would not be starting for another 20 minutes, yet they leaped through their aisle, twirling and giggling, and when they…

Recently Gayle Rouse, an Aglow leader in Canada, was asking the Lord to show her how He sees Aglow in this new season. Much to her surprise, He encouraged her to take a look at her own family! Gayle’s family includes 5 married children and 11 grandchildren, 5 of whom are married. Then she has…

Introduction: The novel, The DaVinci Code by Dan Brown has provoked an outpouring of emotion; everything from fascination with “new ideas” about Jesus’ life to anger over the falsifying of biblical truth.  Although the author admits his book is fiction, his ideas, nevertheless, have gripped many readers bringing confusion and even acceptance for those not grounded in…

Introduction: In the first part of this study, we looked at what the Bible says about Mary’ Magdalene’s relationship with Jesus before and during His crucifixion. In this part we will see what Scripture says and doesn’t say about their relationship after His resurrection and ascension. [ld_quiz quiz_id=”15786″] Downloadable PDF

Introduction: Several Marys are written about in the New Testament, which can be confusing.  Our study is based on the woman usually called Mary of Bethany. Mary was the sister of Martha, a widow and Lazarus whom Jesus raised from the dead.  The family was good friends with the Lord and He usually stayed at…

Introduction: Mary, the mother of Jesus, is probably the most beloved woman in Christian history, the favorite subject of many painters, sculptors and musicians, but the Bible is sparse in its information of her.  It gives us few details about this beloved woman who was honored by God by allowing her to bear our Savior…

Introduction: In the first part of this study we learned who Mary was and of the circumstances leading to Jesus’ birth. In Part 2, we follow Mary’s life until she witnesses Jesus’ crucifixion and ascension. [ld_quiz quiz_id=”16028″] Downloadable PDF

I never used to see myself as a leader. In fact, it made me uncomfortable when others referred to me as one. I came into Aglow leadership at the Lighthouse level when I was 19 years old, and I thought it was because God just needed someone to hold the place open until a more…

Introduction: Who hasn’t thrilled over Jesus’ awe-inspiring miracles in the New Testament?  Because their recounting is a part of our culture, many are familiar with them, even non-Christians.  In this study we will try to bring perspective to them and understand their purpose in Jesus’ ministry. “[Jesus] went about doing good and healing all who…