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Mornings with Marilyn: Waking Up in the Word

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Mornings with Marilyn: Waking Up in the Word

Marilyn Hickey

Mornings with Marilyn: Waking Up in the Word is hosted by Isabell Bowling and features classic teachings from her grandmother, Marilyn Hickey.

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  1. 73The Bread of LifeScripture: John 6:51Your body needs food every day, and your spirit needs nourishment too.Jesus calls Himself the living bread in John 6. Marilyn reminds us that the Word is spirit and life and encourages us to continually feed our faith with Scripture.4 min
  2. 74A Friend Who Sticks CloserScripture: Proverbs 18:24People can disappoint us, relationships can change, and sometimes the people we counted on are not there when we need them.Proverbs 18 reminds us that Jesus is a friend who stays. Marilyn encourages you to put your deepest confidence in Him.5 min
  3. 75I Will Trust and Not Be AfraidScripture: Isaiah 12:2Fear tells you what could go wrong. Faith reminds you who God is.Isaiah 12:2 gives us a declaration we can carry into uncertain situations: “I will trust and not be afraid.” Marilyn encourages you to let God’s Word speak louder than fear.5 min
  4. 76The Last Will Be FirstScripture: Matthew 20:16Never decide too quickly what God can do with someone’s life.Jesus said the last will be first and the first will be last. Marilyn encourages you to keep praying for the people who may seem unlikely, overlooked, or too far away from God.4 min
  5. 77Treasuring His WordScripture: Deuteronomy 26:18Some parts of obedience feel easier than others.In this episode, Marilyn encourages you to see God’s commands as treasures rather than burdens. His Word gives wisdom for the way we live, respond, and relate to others.5 min
  6. 78A Responsive HeartScripture: 2 Kings 22:19What does it mean to have a heart that stays responsive to God?Marilyn talks about humility, our reactions toward difficult people, and the importance of allowing God to change our hearts before we try to change someone else.5 min
  7. 79The Lord Is My StrengthScripture: Exodus 15:2You do not have to defend yourself in every situation.Exodus 15:2 declares that the Lord is our strength and our defense. Marilyn encourages you to release offenses, trust God with what feels unfair, and allow Him to be your defender.5 min
  8. 80Called Out of DarknessScripture: 1 Peter 2:9God has called you out of darkness and into His wonderful light.Whether darkness has come through hurt, rejection, fear, or painful experiences, Marilyn points you back to the life and strength found in God’s Word.5 min
  9. 81The Fruit of the SpiritScripture: Galatians 5:22–23Love. Joy. Peace. Patience. Kindness. Goodness. Faithfulness. Gentleness. Self-control.These are not qualities you have to manufacture on your own. Marilyn encourages you to draw from the fruit of the Spirit when difficult people or situations test your reactions.4 min
  10. 82Go into All the WorldScripture: Mark 16:15Your mission field may be much closer than you think.Jesus tells us to go into all the world and share the gospel. Marilyn encourages you to notice everyday opportunities to pray for people, encourage them, and share the love of Jesus.5 min
  11. 83Living by FaithScripture: Galatians 2:20Faith becomes deeply personal when you remember the One you are trusting loves you.Galatians 2:20 reminds us that we live by faith in the Son of God, who loved us and gave Himself for us. Marilyn encourages you to hold onto that truth even when circumstances do not make sense.3 min
  12. 84God Can Bring Good from ItScripture: Genesis 45:7Joseph’s story reminds us that God can work through circumstances we never would have chosen.In this episode, Marilyn looks at Joseph’s journey and encourages you to trust that God can bring purpose and redemption out of painful places.4 min
  13. 85Bought with a PriceScripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19–20Your value is not determined by someone else’s opinion of you.First Corinthians 6 reminds us that we were bought with a price. Marilyn encourages you to see yourself through the value God has placed on you and to remember that your life belongs to Him.6 min
  14. 86God Is LoveScripture: 1 John 4:8What do you do when your own love for someone feels completely used up?First John tells us that God is love. Marilyn encourages you to stop depending only on your feelings and ask God to give you His love for difficult people and situations.4 min
  15. 87Known by GodScripture: 1 Corinthians 8:3The God who created everything knows you personally.Marilyn talks about spending time in God’s Word and allowing Scripture to do more than simply pass through your mind. Let the Bible speak into your heart, your choices, and your everyday life.6 min
  16. 88A New CreationScripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17Your past does not have the final word over who you are today.In Christ, old things have passed away and all things have become new. Marilyn encourages you to answer condemnation with Scripture and begin living from your new identity in Jesus.5 min
  17. 89Love God with All of YouScripture: Matthew 22:37Jesus calls us to love God with our heart, soul, and mind.That includes our thoughts, emotions, attitudes, and everyday reactions. Marilyn encourages you to let God’s Word bring every part of your life into alignment with His love.4 min
  18. 90Abide and Bear FruitScripture: John 15:5Fruit grows from staying connected.Jesus says He is the vine and we are the branches. Marilyn encourages you to keep abiding, keep praying, keep reading the Word, and keep going even when you cannot see the results yet.5 min
  19. 91Powerful and Effective PrayerScripture: James 5:16Prayer can accomplish what complaining never will.James tells us that the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. Marilyn encourages you to pray over leaders, people, nations, and the situations you are tempted to complain about.6 min
  20. 92God Is Bigger Than the CircumstanceScripture: Colossians 1:16No circumstance is bigger than the God who created all things.Marilyn encourages you to bring the authority of God’s Word into situations that make you feel powerless and to speak what God says instead of letting the problem have the loudest voice.5 min
  21. 93Made WholeScripture: Luke 17:19Ten lepers were healed, but one returned to give thanks.Marilyn looks at the connection between gratitude and wholeness and encourages you to practice thanksgiving at the beginning, middle, and end of your day.5 min
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