From Our Hearts

If you knew you were going to die in the near future, what informa­tion would you want to pass on, and who would you want to pass it on to? That was Paul’s situation. He was on “death row,” waiting his execution for preaching the gospel of Christ. The letter of 2 Timothy is his […]

Read From Jim’s heart… A Lifetime of Discipleship on Elizabeth & Jim George.

I have what I call a “sticky note habit.” I can’t help myself. Every store I shop in, I look at the sticky notes. In my office supply cupboard you’ll find them in every color, size, and shape. And I use them – on my computer, my planner, my refrigerator, and my microwave door. They’re […]

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Learning as a lifestyle is not a solitary endeavor. Of course, you can gain much from reading books and listening to teaching, but don’t neglect gleaning wisdom from believers around you. “A wise man will hear and increase learning, and a man of understanding will attain wise counsel” (Proverbs 1:5). Choose to ask questions. Everyone […]

Read Learning from Those Around You on Elizabeth & Jim George.

One of the reasons that we should never stop learning is that we can then pass on our knowledge to our children and others in our sphere of influence. But, don’t worry. God doesn’t expect you to have a teaching degree! But He most definitely expects you to be your children’s primary teacher. I counted […]

Read Why Keep Learning? on Elizabeth & Jim George.

Learning as a lifestyle is not a solitary endeavor. Of course, you can gain much from reading books, but don’t neglect gleaning wisdom from believers around you. “A wise man will hear and increase learning, and a man of understanding will attain wise counsel (Proverbs 1:5).” Choose to ask questions. Everyone is an expert on […]

Read Part 3 – Learning as a Lifestyle – Open Your Eyes to Those Around You on Elizabeth & Jim George.

For several decades I enjoyed a mentoring ministry to women at my kitchen table. What a blessing to spend time each week with “girl talk” and have the opportunity to get to know these awesome sisters in Christ and pour my life into theirs! One of the conditions I set for our meetings was that […]

Read Part 2 – Learning as a Lifestyle – Choose to be a Zealous Reader on Elizabeth & Jim George.

God created you and I with an incredible resource called a brain. This fascinating organ is more complex than any computer. And God expects us to put it to good use. As you look over these verses, think about how they point out the necessity of learning. And don’t forget to notice the blessings that […]

Read Part 1 – Learning as a Lifestyle – God’s Perspective on Learning on Elizabeth & Jim George.

We don’t know much about Jesus as a child other than the account of his teaching at the Temple in Luke 2:44-50. But, there were those who did know Him then. Mary and Joseph had many children after Jesus was born into this world. Jesus had four half-brothers (James, Joses, Simon and Jude, and at […]

Read From Jim’s heart… From Skeptic to Salvation on Elizabeth & Jim George.

So, does it seem too hard to serve like those we’ve studied these past weeks – Esther, John the Baptist, Peter, and Mary? Is it unfathomable to have an eternal perspective in the face of trials like Paul? Does living a life that reflects the holiness of your savior overwhelm or discourage you? It sounds […]

Read You Shall Receive Power on Elizabeth & Jim George.

A study of the life and character of Peter reveals many noble qualities. His enthusiasm and boldness are traits every Christian should desire. Yes, some of Jesus’ sharpest rebukes were aimed at Peter’s misdirected enthusiasm. But Peter’s intense devotion and commitment to Jesus was demonstrated by his willingness to walk on the stormy waters of […]

Read From Jim’s heart… Peter’s First Sermon on Elizabeth & Jim George.

“Yes, a sword will pierce through your own soul also” (Luke 2:22-35). Mary’s path as the mother of Jesus had many precious moments and held many sacred memories. But that path had its pain, too, as she witnessed people’s violent reactions to Jesus and His message. And in the fullness of time – God’s preordained, […]

Read Mary, Did You Know? on Elizabeth & Jim George.

It’s obvious, that Nehemiah was a passionate man. He could not have risen to such an exalted position unless he had been dedicated and passionate about his service to the king. But now, with a new purpose in his heart, he wanted – and needed – to focus his passion on one thing, on a […]

Read From Jim’s Heart… Waiting on the Lord on Elizabeth & Jim George.