Debbie W. Wilson

Refreshing Faith

What Have You Learned About Faith?

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Last week we celebrated the release of Little Faith, Big God with two launch parties. It was so much fun to see old friends and meet new ones. My good friend Lisa Grimes interviewed me as part of the event. She asked me my biggest take-away from writing Little Faith, Big God.

“I can sum that up in one word,” I said. “Grace. Since Little Faith, Big God is based on Hebrews 11—the faith chapter—I thought this book would be all about faith. And while it’s certainly a book on faith, I gained a renewed appreciation for God’s grace. I realized biblical faith is a response to God’s grace.”

As believers we know we are saved by grace through faith, “and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast” (Ephes. 2:8-9 NIV).

Yet, there are times I’ve forgotten this. When I disappointed myself, I felt sure God was put out with me too. Continue Reading

Why I Need a Big God—Little Faith, Big God

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What should I write about on the day Little Faith, Big God releases? Do I talk about the process of writing, what I learned, or about the book? For me, each of my book releases has gotten buried in the messiness of life. The truth is, life doesn’t stop for celebrations or sorrow.

In reading John 15-17, I was struck by how often Jesus spoke about joy. How could He talk of joy knowing that very night He would be betrayed and the next day be crucified? How can the “man of sorrows” be anointed with joy more than anyone else (Is. 53:3; Heb. 1:9)? Hebrews 12:2 provides an answer.Continue Reading

Are You Cut Out to Be a Bible Study Leader?

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Are you considering leading a Bible study? Today I share some things I’ve learned from my 40+ years of teaching Bible studies to equip you and erase any reservations you might be feeling.

You Can Do It

Shortly after graduating from college I gathered a group of high school students together to teach them about Jesus. I’d never led a study. And honestly, I felt like I was only one/half a step ahead of them. Actually, I’m sure I was one step behind at least one of them. But they were gracious and something wonderful happened.

I discovered a love for the Scriptures and for helping others understand the Bible and how to apply it. I wanted these young women to experience connecting personally with the Lord. Leading Bible studies is still a favorite part of my week.

Jill Briscoe visited one of my Bible studies and conveyed her pleasure in seeing how our group of women studied the Bible together and shared a joy in growing together. “Keep it up,” she said. Then she said something I’ve thought about many times.Continue Reading

How to Make a Bible Study Great

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A friend on my local launch team for Little Faith, Big God asked me, “What do you want to happen at the launch—sell books?”

“What I really want is for people to read the book and have their relationship with the Lord enriched. I don’t want people to buy a book to put on their shelf. I want them to connect with God and be transformed,” I replied.

That made me think of our Thursday morning Jesus Girls. We’ve been meeting for five years. Each week I love listening to them share their love for the Lord and each other. We cheer for, pray for, and serve one another. Everyone is free to ask their questions and express their confusion. We wrestle through the tough topics of life and Scripture. We laugh and we cry together.

However, I know not all groups are like that. So, I asked my group what they think makes a Bible study work well. Continue Reading

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