Sisters in Christ

I appeal to you, brothers, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be united in the same mind and the same judgment. 1 Corinthians 1:10

For both He who sanctifies and those who are being sanctified are all of one, for which reason He is not ashamed to call them brethren. Hebrews 2:11 

Jonathan said to David, “Go in peace, for we have sworn friendship with each other in the name of the LORD, saying, ‘The LORD is witness between you and me, and between your descendants and my descendants forever.” 1 Samuel 20:42

To love him with all your heart, with all your understanding and with all your strength, and to love your neighbor as yourself is more important than all burnt offerings and sacrifices. Mark 12:33

A Stonecroft Bible Study started 25 years ago in my neighborhood. We meet once a week September through April except on holidays. Three leaders have taken us through the years, and we have traveled from Genesis to Matthew, taking each book in order. We love taking our time with each lesson. We met last Friday and one of the questions our Max Lucado study asked was, “Where do you feel God’s presence the most?” One of our members, who continues to come back even after moving away from our neighborhood, says it is right here, right here at this study.

We all feel like family and pray together and for each other. The leadership fell into my hands and preparing the lessons has been such a blessing to me. Each of the present 14 members bring so much to the table that I am taught by them each meeting. Friends do make the best presents.

Prayer: Dear Father in heaven, thank you for placing me right where I live and surrounding me with these wonderful Christian friends. Thank you we can help each other grow in knowledge of our Lord Jesus. Help us to be friends with all those around us during this Christmas season. Amen.

Sandra Hilsabeck (photo below submitted by Sandra)