grace | Marilyn Nutter

God Help Me! Guest writer Debbie Presnell

by Marilyn Nutter | Aug 14, 2023 | abundant life, Ephesians 4:29. Psalm 25:4. Jeremiah 33;3, God's faithfulness, grace, help, hope, prayer, priorities, stillness in God

Welcome Debbie! I met Debbie Presnell through writing with Refresh Bible Study Magazine. We’ve shared zoom calls, writing critiques, and prayer requests. Debbie is founder and director of Shine Camp for teen girls, whose mission is equipping middle and high...

From Hosanna to Hallelujah: Looking at Holy Week

by Marilyn Nutter | Apr 1, 2023 | Easter, Good friday, grace, Lenten journey, Passion week, peace

As we observe Palm Sunday and move into this sacred Passion week, click on the title below and you will find a previous blog post with selected scriptures and reflections to guide you. The post was written during Covid, when we couldn’t gather for worship...

Lenten Journeys: Back or Front Seat Passenger?

by Marilyn Nutter | Mar 20, 2023 | Devotions, Easter, Encouragement and growth, faith, grace, Lenten journey

We’re halfway through the Lenten season, the period of preparation to celebrate the Lord’s Resurrection at Easter. The Lectio 365 meditations refer to Lent as a bright/sad season. It is a season that is bright as we look forward to Jesus’ resurrection, showing...

Looking for Hope and a Sigh of Relief?

by Marilyn Nutter | Sep 27, 2021 | abundant life, Covid-19, faith, God's faithfulness, God's nearness, grace, hope, power, prayer

TV and social media ads offer relief from pounding headaches and seasonal allergies. After one or more doses of the perfect capsule or tablet, the ache and congestion resolve. Maybe you’re not among those who need those remedies, but don’t we all hope for relief from...

National Book Month Blog Give-Away ~Pure Honey: Part 3

by Marilyn Nutter | Oct 28, 2019 | change, comfort, decisions, Encouragement and growth, God, God's faithfulness, God's nearness, grace, Guidance and perspective, hope

In our National Book Month series, it’s been fun to share favorite books and experiences, but we can’t close the month without discussing the most popular book ever written. The Bible is the world’s best-selling book of all time, with no other book coming close. About...