Karen Jurgens: Love is The Perfect Sacrifice

Let’s summarize this month’s study with a look at the definition of LOVE as defined by Paul in 1 Corinthians 13: “Love suffers long and is kind; love does not envy; love does not parade itself, is not puffed up; does not behave rudely, does not seek its own, is not provoked, thinks no evil; does not rejoice in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth; bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never fails” ( v.4-8). To read … Continue reading →

Karen Jurgens: Love is Bearing Fruit for God’s Kingdom

This month we are focusing on LOVE, the first fruit of the Spirit. We have studied how we show God’s love to others through intercessory prayer and Christian service. This week we’ll look at how God’s love grows inside our spirits and produces fruit for God’s kingdom. Join me as we study how to abide in the vine. Click to Read: John 15: 1-8 NKJV. Click to Read: Memory Verse: “‘By this My Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit; so you will be My … Continue reading →

Karen Jurgens: How to Get Rid of Stains

This is pure and undefiled religion in the sight of our God and Father … to keep oneself unstained by the world. ~ James 1:27 NASB. Do you like organic beets? Those deep red-purplish ones? Occasionally, I would bring some home from grocery trips, but I always had to bribe my daughters to eat them. As the saying goes, “Necessity is the mother of invention.” Why the need for culinary creativity? When the girls were small, vegetables weren’t on their menu of … Continue reading →

Karen Jurgens: Love is Intercessory Prayer

Have you watched that cute commercial on television about Shriner’s Hospital? Several children answer the question, “What is love?” Based on their personal limitations, they give heartfelt answers that bring tears to my eyes. Like a diamond with many facets, so is God’s love for us. During the month of June, we’ll answer the same question from God’s perspective. Click to read Luke 8:40-42; 49-56 Memory Verse: “But when Jesus heard it, He answered him, saying, ‘Do not be afraid; only believe, and she will … Continue reading →

Karen Jurgens: Walking in the Spirit

This week we participated in the celebration of a sacred holiday–Memorial Day. What a wonderful way to honor with remembrance all the brave men and women who lost their lives fighting for our country’s freedom. The ones who fought on the battlefield suited up daily in their protective gear before going out to wage war against the enemy. We will always remember these heroes and honor their sacrifice for our country. Click to read Galatians 5:16-25 “I say then: Walk in the … Continue reading →

Karen Jurgens: Exercise Your Faith

Exercising has taken a different turn since mid-March. Those who enjoy exercise clubs have had to explore other avenues during this time of shuttering. Running clubs and races have been canceled or become virtual. The familiar phrase, “Necessity is the mother of invention” has taken on new meaning…in fact, so have our spiritual lives. With the doors of our churches temporarily closed, we must also exercise our faith at home. Let’s look at the story of a woman who exercised … Continue reading →

Karen Jurgens: Born-again salvation

Hello and welcome to my Bible study page! Each Tuesday I’ll be adding a new post from my Fruit of the Spirit Bible Study. I hope to see you every week as we study God’s Word together. Let’s Read: John 3:1-21 NKJV “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that … Continue reading →

Karen Jurgens: Does God Heal Pets?

In his hand is the life of every creature and the breath of all mankind. ~Job 12:10 NIV I felt a paw scratch at my leg. I closed my book and looked down at Bo, our family’s black toy poodle. “What do you want, sweet pea?” I set aside my popcorn. At first, I assumed he was begging for a bite of my snack, but his soft whine and tense body language insisted that wasn’t the case. My mind lit … Continue reading →

Espanol: Karen Jurgens: Bendiciones Escondidas: Blessings in Disguise

Porque por gracia sois salvos por medio de la fe; y esto no de vosotros, pues es don de Dios. No por obras, para que nadie se gloríe. ~Efesios 2:8-9 RV Fue un día de mucho significado cuando aprendí de los beneficios nutritivos de las comidas frescas, sin ser adulteradas. ¿O tal vez no? Poco tiempo después de esto, descubrí un pasillo entero de comida fresca, natural en un supermercado orgánico, y las barras de granola casi saltaron de los … Continue reading →

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