Morning Break Bible Study

The Parables Marcia teaches in this session are; The Parable of the Workers and Jesus and the Sinful Women. These stories reveal truths about Jesus' Grace for all. The teaching helps us understand the grace we have through Christ and the importance of extending grace in light of our gift.

The Parables Michelle discusses in this session are; The Parable of the Lost sheep, Lost Coin & Lost Son(s). These stories reveal the truth about the King's heart and mission. Understanding the heart and mission of God helps us understand how the Kingdom is to operate. This is an uplifting message on the depth of God's love for the lost and the sinner.

The Parables Marcia discusses in this session are; The Parable of the Sower, the Growing Seed & the Mustard Seed. These stories dig deep into the power of the Word of God in the Kingdom. The parables teach us how the Word of God functions in our lives and in the world around us as well as how it builds the Kingdom of God.

The Parables Michelle discusses in this session are; The Great Banquet & The Cost of Being a Disciple. These stories dig deep into what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. The kingdom disciples as thought by Pharisees are different than how Jesus describes them.

The Parables Marcia discusses in this session are; The Hidden Treasure, The Pearl of Great Value, and The Rich Fool. These stories introduce us to the costs and rewards of being a disciple in God's Kingdom.

In “Tests and Blessings” Marcia teaches that God led the Israelites from Egypt to the Desert to test their faith and show them what it means to follow God. It's his way of teaching us that He is sufficient for all of our needs. At the end of the podcast, Michelle looks at our faith and the importance of living by faith and not by sight.

In “Life In the Desert” Marcia teaches how the fledgling nation stood poised to begin their journey across the desert to the land that God had promised them. Their newfound faith would be put to the test and their sense of thanksgiving for deliverance from Egypt would soon give way to grumbling and complaining. At the end of the podcast, Michelle looks at how this scripture can lead us to ask some important questions about our faith journey and how we react to wilderness situations.

In “The Journey Begins” Marcia teaches the incredible story of the Israelites crossing the Red Sea. The story provides a powerful lesson for each of us when we are facing situations from which we have NO WAY OUT. At the end of the podcast, Michelle discusses some of our long roads and how God leads us that way on purpose for a great purpose. We also have ladies sharing their own “Red Sea” struggles and how God saw them through to “dry ground.”

In “The Lord's Passover” Marcia teaches from Exodus 11:1-13:16 where God displays His power over the forces of Evil; the messenger of death, would visit Egypt and deliver one final blow to Pharaoh: all the firstborn sons in Egypt would die. For Israel, there would be deliverance. At the end of the podcast, Michelle discusses God's Grace for Israelites and how being distinct today matters.

In “When God Goes To War” Marcia teaches from Exodus 7:14-10:29 where God would bring judgment upon Pharaoh and his land in the form of 10 plagues. The god of Egypt and their master, Satan, were about to be met by the Lord, God of Heaven and Earth, as He unleashes the powers of Heaven to bear against the powers of Darkness. At the end of the podcast, Michelle discusses the purposes of the plagues and how we can learn lessons from what was endured.

[2-1-2022] In "Freedom or Bondage?" Marcia teaches from Exodus chapter 5-7:13 where Moses was both terrified and humbled that God would call him to such a responsibility as leading the Children of Israel out of Egypt and into the Promise Land. In this lesson, we are challenged to decide if we will pick freedom in serving God or remaining in sins bondage. At the end of the podcast, Michelle discusses the different hardships faced by the Israelites and what we can learn from how they endured, and the ways that God was with them in order that we might know the Hope found in The LORD. Week 1 was not recorded, we apologize.

In “Responding in Real-Time” Marcia teaches from Matthew 7, these final verses of the sermon require us to consider a set of options that Jesus gives to his listeners. We need to not only listen and be amazed but respond in obedience and put His words into action. This is the seventh lesson taught in a 7-week series called "The Sermon on the Mount." Join the ladies every week by listening here or join the live stream every Tuesday morning at 10:00 CST on our website. This lesson was taught at Mission Covenant Church on March 9, 2021.

In “Treating Others Well?” Michelle teaches from Matthew 7 where Jesus continues to call us to live out his “Kingdom Principles” in our world. In this lesson, we are challenged to judge others correctly, with love, and without hypocrisy. Jesus also reminds us to ASK – SEEK - KNOCK as our Father in Heaven is there for us. This is the sixth lesson taught in a 7-week series called "The Sermon on the Mount." Join the ladies every week by listening here or join the live stream every Tuesday morning at 10:00 CST on our website. This lesson was taught at Mission Covenant Church on March 2, 2021.

In “Where Is Your Heart?” Marcia teaches from Matthew 6 where Jesus continues to call us to live out his “Kingdom Principles” in our world. With three short illustrations, He challenges us to consider what we treasure most. Is our heart set upon things of this earth that will surely pass away, or have we higher goals that are set on heavenly things that will last forever? This is the fifth lesson taught in a 7-week series called "The Sermon on the Mount." Join the ladies every week by listening here or join the live stream every Tuesday morning at 10:00 CST on our website. This lesson was taught at Mission Covenant Church on February 23, 2021.

In “Living With Secret Righteousness” Michelle teaches from Matthew 6 where Jesus is explaining how our acts of righteousness need to be done for the Lord and not for men. In this portion of Scripture, Jesus is teaching on giving, prayer and fasting. Jesus is giving us an Ethic from above as we examine our own behavior. What we learn is that God knows our hearts and he wants to live righteously for Him. This is the fourth lesson taught in a 7-week series called "The Sermon on the Mount." Join the ladies every week by listening here or join the live stream every Tuesday morning at 10:00 CST on our website. This lesson was taught at Mission Covenant Church on February 16, 2021.

In “Out of Your Comfort Zone!” Marcia teaches from Matthew 5 where Jesus is explaining the spirit of the law. In this portion of Scripture, Jesus is specifically looking at divorce, lying, retribution, and loving our neighbors. Jesus is giving us an Ethic from Eternity as we examine our own behavior. What we learn is likely to take us out of our comfort zone. This is the third lesson taught in a 7-week series called "The Sermon on the Mount." Join the ladies every week by listening here or join the live stream every Tuesday morning at 10:00 CST on our website. This lesson was taught at Mission Covenant Church on February 9, 2021.

In “The Heart of the Matter,” Michelle teaches from Matthew 5 where Jesus is explaining the spirit of the law. In this portion of Scripture, Jesus is specifically looking at anger/murder and lust/adultery. Jesus brings us to the point we clearly know we need to have faith in Him in order to have a righteousness that surpasses that of the Pharisees. This is the second lesson taught in a 7-week series called "The Sermon on the Mount." Join the ladies every week by listening here or join the live stream every Tuesday morning at 10:00 CST on our website or our Facebook page. This lesson was taught at Mission Covenant Church on January 26, 2021.

In “Shine On!” Marcia Jamison teaches from Matthew 5 how we can make an impact for Jesus if we live like He Lives, not abolishing the Law or diminishing it or changing it. Only then are we able to be salt and light to the world we live in; in Jesus, we can shine on! This is the first lesson taught in a 7-week series called "The Sermon on the Mount." Join the ladies every week by listening here or join the live stream every Tuesday morning at 10:00 CST on our website or our Facebook page. This lesson was taught at Mission Covenant Church on January 26, 2021.

In "Persecution In Perspective" Marcia Jamison uses the eighth beatitude (blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness) found in Matthew 5:10-12 to discuss and teach about walking where Jesus walked. This is the eighth lesson taught in an 8-week series called "The Beatitudes: Becoming Like Jesus." Join the ladies every week by listening here or join the live stream every Tuesday morning at 10:00 CST on our website. This lesson was taught at Mission Covenant Church on November 3rd, 2020.

In "The Path to Peacemaking" Michelle Thompson uses the seventh beatitude (blessed are the peacemakers) found in Matthew 5:9 to discuss and teach about understanding the Kingdom of God is made up of peacemakers and we are called to be peacemakers. This is the seventh lesson taught in an 8-week series called "The Beatitudes: Becoming Like Jesus." Join the ladies every week by listening here or join the live stream every Tuesday morning at 10:00 CST on our website. This lesson was taught at Mission Covenant Church on October 27, 2020.

In "A Heart Made Holy" Marcia Jamison uses the sixth beatitude (blessed are the pure in heart) found in Matthew 5:8 to discuss and teach about recognizing the need for God's grace within. This is the sixth lesson taught in an 8-week series called "The Beatitudes: Becoming Like Jesus." Join the ladies every week by listening here or join the live stream every Tuesday morning at 10:00 CST on our website. This lesson was taught at Mission Covenant Church on October 20, 2020.

In "Love Compelled Into Action" Michelle Thompson uses the fifth beatitude (blessed are the merciful) found in Matthew 5:7 to discuss and teach that because of God's mercy for us, Jesus is forming a merciful heart in us. This is the fifth lesson taught in an 8-week series called "The Beatitudes: Becoming Like Jesus." Join the ladies every week by listening here or join the live stream every Tuesday morning at 10:00 CST on our website. This lesson was taught at Mission Covenant Church on October 13, 2020.

In "What Are You Longing For?" Marcia Jamison uses the fourth beatitude (blessed are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness) found in Matthew 5:6 to discuss and teach about identifying your spiritual hunger and thirst. This is the fourth lesson taught in an 8-week series called "The Beatitudes: Becoming Like Jesus." Join the ladies every week by listening here or join the live stream every Tuesday morning at 10:00 CST on our website. This lesson was taught at Mission Covenant Church on October 6, 2020.

In "Strength Under God's Control," Michelle Thompson uses the third beatitude found in Matthew 5:5 (Blessed are the meek) to discuss and teach about allowing God to help you be like Jesus. This is the third lesson taught in an 8-week series called "The Beatitudes: Becoming Like Jesus." Join the ladies every week by listening here or join the live stream every Tuesday morning at 10:00 CST on our website. This lesson was taught at Mission Covenant Church on September 29, 2020.

In "More Than Saying Sorry," Marcia Jamison uses the second beatitude (blessed are those who mourn) found in Matthew 5:4 to discuss and teach about sorrowing over the ruins of sin. This is the second lesson taught in an 8-week series called "The Beatitudes: Becoming Like Jesus." Join the ladies every week by listening here or join the live stream every Tuesday morning at 10:00 CST on our website. This lesson was taught at Mission Covenant Church on September 22, 2020.

In "Face to Face With God," Michelle Thompson and Marcia Jamison use the first beatitude (blessed are the poor in spirit) found in Matthew 5:3 to discuss and teach about seeing your need for a Savior. This is the first lesson taught in an 8-week series called "The Beatitudes: Becoming Like Jesus." Join the ladies every week by listening here or join the live stream every Tuesday morning at 10:00 CST on our website. This lesson was taught at Mission Covenant Church on September 15, 2020.