Category Archives: Women’s Ministry

Another birthday? Oh, no…

In the book of Psalms (90:10) we read that “the days of our lives are seventy years; and if by reason of strength they are eighty years.” Continue reading

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Pray for Whom? Seriously?

What a quiet and peaceable life we would live if every leader, everyone in authority, were saved and lived in godliness and reverence. Continue reading

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Fear and confusion abound

Fear and confusion test our faith and our confidence in both God and our fellow man. It is important to do what we can to resist the paralysis of these debilitating emotions. Continue reading

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Time out!

It is all too easy to be pulled so deeply into the cares of our world that we grow distant from God. We can lose touch with His spiritual perspective. Anxiety and fear are sure warning signs that we are moving in that direction. Continue reading

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Let us gather together

Welcome to Mrs. Thistlethwaite’s cozy cottage. This evening Tillie is hosting a home Bible study for a group of ladies from her church. You can curl up beside Edgar, Tillie’s pet tortoise, on the cushioned window seat and listen in. Continue reading

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A Sample Children’s Sermon

I was recently asked by my pastor to prepare the children’s sermon for our worship hour. I was hesitant because I know how tricky it can be to present something meaningful for both children and the rest of the congregation. … Continue reading

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Whatever happened to polite conversation?

When I was young, there were topics considered taboo for polite discourse. Talk about intimate activities and functions were, of course limited to the immediate family. While some subjects, such as finances and health issues, might be discussed with close … Continue reading

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How clean are your feet?

Many churches follow the liturgical calendar during the Lenten season, with sermons reviewing the events in the life of Christ leading up to the Resurrection. Jesus washing his disciples’ feet at the Passover meal is usually highlighted, emphasizing how His … Continue reading

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Appreciating Old Women

In light of the recent Woman’s Day, I think it is appropriate to share these thoughts I posted a few years ago. “The stereotypes of old women as poor, dumb, and ugly have remained similar over the past 15 years. … Continue reading

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The meaning of life

God created everything for His pleasure (“…and He saw that it was very good.” -Gen 1:31). With that in mind, I have long believed the purpose of my life is to please God. A few days ago I had my … Continue reading

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