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<channel><title><![CDATA[Marilyn Murray Ministries - News]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news]]></link><description><![CDATA[News]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:58:52 -0700</pubDate><generator>Weebly</generator><item><title><![CDATA[July/August 2026]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/julyaugust-2026]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/julyaugust-2026#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 22:38:48 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/julyaugust-2026</guid><description><![CDATA[       &#8203;Dear Precious Ministry Partners,&nbsp;As we move from July into August, I simply want to say thank you for your faithful prayers, encouragement, and financial support. Because of your partnership, lives are being changed through the love and hope of Jesus Christ.&nbsp;This summer, our nation celebrated America&rsquo;s 250th birthday, reminding us of God&rsquo;s faithfulness through every generation. As we enter the final months of 2026, let&rsquo;s purpose to finish the year strong [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/uploads/8/0/0/9/80093182/fb486d69-ad7d-446b-a9a2-3bcfd2c7ee00_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">&#8203;Dear Precious Ministry Partners,<br />&nbsp;<br />As we move from July into August, I simply want to say thank you for your faithful prayers, encouragement, and financial support. Because of your partnership, lives are being changed through the love and hope of Jesus Christ.<br />&nbsp;<br />This summer, our nation celebrated America&rsquo;s 250th birthday, reminding us of God&rsquo;s faithfulness through every generation. As we enter the final months of 2026, let&rsquo;s purpose to finish the year strong! I truly believe God is still writing each of our stories, and the best is yet to come.<br />&nbsp;<br />One of the greatest keys to finishing well is spending daily time with the Lord in the secret place. As we seek Him first, He gives us wisdom, peace, strength, and direction for every season.<br />&nbsp;<br />As our children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren return to school, let&rsquo;s faithfully cover them in prayer. May they be protected by the blood of Jesus, surrounded by God&rsquo;s favor, taught of the Lord, blessed with godly friendships, and strengthened to make wise choices each day.<br />&nbsp;<br />Because of Your Partnership&hellip;<br />Because of your faithful prayers and generous support, Women Warriors continues to impact lives each month in Missouri and Oklahoma as women are encouraged, equipped, and strengthened in their walk with Christ.<br />&nbsp;<br />We&rsquo;re also excited about our upcoming Deep Calls to Deep Leadership Conference in August, where leaders will gather to be refreshed and equipped for greater Kingdom impact.<br />&nbsp;<br />Preparations are well underway for our October Women&rsquo;s Conference, &ldquo;God Is Still Writing My Story.&rdquo; We are believing for women to encounter God&rsquo;s restoring love and leave with renewed hope, purpose, and courage for the next chapter He is writing.<br />&nbsp;<br />Thank you for investing in lives that are being transformed for the Kingdom of God. We are grateful to have you serving alongside us.<br />&nbsp;<br />With love and appreciation,<br />Pastor Marilyn&nbsp;</div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[May/June 2026]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/mayjune-2026]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/mayjune-2026#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 00:51:52 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/mayjune-2026</guid><description><![CDATA[       Dear Friends and Partners,What a beautiful month May has already been. As we celebrated Mother&rsquo;s Day, my heart was filled with gratitude for the loving and caring mother God blessed me with. Mothers truly leave fingerprints on our hearts through their prayers, sacrifices, encouragement, and unconditional love. Whether you are a mother, grandmother, spiritual mother, or someone who simply pours into others with love and faithfulness, we honor and celebrate you this month.Lately, I ha [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/uploads/8/0/0/9/80093182/may-banner_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">Dear Friends and Partners,<br /><br />What a beautiful month May has already been. As we celebrated Mother&rsquo;s Day, my heart was filled with gratitude for the loving and caring mother God blessed me with. Mothers truly leave fingerprints on our hearts through their prayers, sacrifices, encouragement, and unconditional love. Whether you are a mother, grandmother, spiritual mother, or someone who simply pours into others with love and faithfulness, we honor and celebrate you this month.<br /><br />Lately, I have been reflecting on the difference between strength and endurance. Strength helps us through a moment, but endurance carries us through a season. God is calling His people not only to be strong, but to keep running the race set before us with perseverance, faith, and grace, just as Hebrews 12:1 encourages us.<br /><br />And in those longer seasons, when the road feels a little heavier and the pace a little slower, I am reminded of the promise in Isaiah that those who wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength. There is such comfort in knowing that as we lean into Him, He is faithful to refresh, restore, and carry us forward right on time.<br /><br />I truly believe the Lord is strengthening women in this season in spirit, soul, and body, and He is imparting fresh endurance for the days ahead. Even when life feels stretching or demanding, God is faithful to renew us and help us move forward with courage and hope.<br /><br />We are so excited about several upcoming ministry opportunities and would love for you to be a part: Women Warriors continues each month in Enid, Oklahoma and in the Branson area as we gather for fellowship, encouragement, worship, and the Word of God.<br /><br />Deep Calls to Deep Leadership Conference on Saturday, August 22<br />Women in Business Leadership Conference on Saturday, October 24<br />Annual Marilyn Murray Ministries Women&rsquo;s Conference on October 9 &amp; 10 To find out more about these events, please visit marilynmurrayministries.com.<br /><br />We are believing these gatherings will be powerful times of refreshing, restoration, leadership growth, and spiritual encouragement.<br /><br />Thank you for your continued prayers, your love, and your faithful support of Marilyn Murray Ministries. You help us continue reaching hearts and ministering hope to so many precious people.<br /><br />I am praying this month that you will be strengthened, refreshed, and filled with renewed endurance for every step of your journey.<br /><br />With love and gratitude,<br />Marilyn Murray<br /><br /></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[April 2026]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/april-2026]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/april-2026#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 09:37:54 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/april-2026</guid><description><![CDATA[       Dear Precious Friend &amp; Partner,As we come to the close of March and step into the beauty of spring, we are surrounded by gentle reminders that new life is always possible.The earth begins to bloom again&hellip; What once looked dormant begins to awaken&hellip;And in this sacred season, we are also reminded of something even more powerful that Easter is not just a moment&hellip; it&rsquo;s a message. &nbsp;A message that nothing is too far gone for God to restore.This year, the word th [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/uploads/8/0/0/9/80093182/gemini-generated-image-qsxq61qsxq61qsxq_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph" style="text-align:left;"><span><span>Dear Precious Friend &amp; Partner,</span></span><br /><br /><span><span>As we come to the close of March and step into the beauty of spring, we are surrounded by gentle reminders that new life is always possible.</span></span><br /><br /><span><span>The earth begins to bloom again&hellip; What once looked dormant begins to awaken&hellip;</span></span><br /><br /><span><span>And in this sacred season, we are also reminded of something even more powerful that Easter is not just a moment&hellip; it&rsquo;s a message. &nbsp;A message that nothing is too far gone for God to restore.</span></span><br /><br /><span><span>This year, the word the Lord placed in our hearts is: RESTORE : </span></span><em><span><span>&ldquo;I will restore to you the years that the locust has eaten&hellip;&rdquo; &ndash; Joel 2:25</span></span></em><br /><br /><span><span>And Easter beautifully reveals </span></span><em><span><span>how</span></span></em><span><span> God restores&hellip;</span></span><br /><span><span>Through Jesus&mdash; what was broken was redeemed&hellip;</span></span><br /><span><span>what felt finished was resurrected&hellip;</span></span><br /><span><span>what looked lost was brought back to life.</span></span><br /><br /><span><span>Sweet friend&hellip; this means your story is not over.</span></span><br /><br /><span><span>The cross reminds us we are deeply loved.&nbsp;</span></span><span><span>The resurrection reminds us there is always hope.</span></span><br /><br /><span><span>Even in places that feel: delayed &ndash; disappointed - or quietly weary. God is still at work.</span></span><br /><br /><span><span>With deep gratitude we want to take a moment to say <strong><em>Thank You</em></strong>. Your faithful prayers, your generosity, and your encouragement allow us to continue sharing the love of God and the hope of restoration with so many.</span></span><br /><br /><span><span>Because of you, lives are being touched, hearts are being renewed and women are finding strength to move forward again. We are truly grateful for you.</span></span>&#8203;<br /><br /><span><span>With love and gratitude,</span></span><br /><span><span>Marilyn</span></span><br /><br /></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[February 2026]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/february-18th-2026]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/february-18th-2026#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 21:04:31 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/february-18th-2026</guid><description><![CDATA[ To Our Faithful Partners,As we focus this month on the love of God, my heart turns immediately toward you &amp; your families. Because of your faithful giving and prayers:&bull; Women are strengthened&bull; Hope is restored&bull; Families are encouraged.&nbsp;You are not just supporters &mdash; you are part of every life touched through Marilyn Murray Ministries. Thank you for all you are doing to help us change lives and make a difference!God is moving powerfully all over the world and WE get  [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<span class='imgPusher' style='float:left;height:0px'></span><span style='display: table;width:auto;position:relative;float:left;max-width:100%;;clear:left;margin-top:0px;*margin-top:0px'><a><img src="https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/uploads/8/0/0/9/80093182/published/bc9f6c3c-de0c-4a77-88ab-0c0e15552eb1.png?250" style="margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 10px; border-width:0; max-width:100%" alt="Picture" class="galleryImageBorder wsite-image" /></a><span style="display: table-caption; caption-side: bottom; font-size: 90%; margin-top: -10px; margin-bottom: 10px; text-align: center;" class="wsite-caption"></span></span> <div class="paragraph" style="display:block;"><br />To Our Faithful Partners,<br /><br />As we focus this month on the love of God, my heart turns immediately toward you &amp; your families. Because of your faithful giving and prayers:<br /><br />&bull; Women are strengthened<br />&bull; Hope is restored<br />&bull; Families are encouraged.&nbsp;<br /><br />You are not just supporters &mdash; you are part of every life touched through Marilyn Murray Ministries. Thank you for all you are doing to help us change lives and make a difference!<br /><br />God is moving powerfully all over the world and WE get to participate and be a part of what is happening! Never underestimate God&rsquo;s purpose for your life! You are here for such a time as this to BRING GLORY TO HIS NAME &amp; TO BUILD HIS KINGDOM!!!!!&nbsp;<br /><br />Introducing: RESTORE (Free E-Book) I am so excited to share my new free e-book: RESTORE &ndash; A Gentle Reset for the Weary Woman This guide was created for women who feel tired, disappointed, or quietly stuck &mdash; and need a beginning place for renewal. Download your free copy here: &nbsp;<a href="http://marilynmurrayministries.com/restore" target="_blank">marilynmurrayministries.com/restore</a><br /><br />New: God Moments with Marilyn I&rsquo;m also thrilled to introduce: God Moments with Marilyn Short, devotional videos releasing on Facebook &mdash; gentle reminders that:<br /><br />&bull; You are not too late <br />&bull; God knows your name<br />&bull; Your story still matters<br />&bull; You are seen<br />&bull; God&rsquo;s timing is kind I would love for you to watch, share, and encourage someone who needs hope.<br /><br />May this February be a month where you walk confidently in the love of God. May restoration meet you in every area.<br /><br />With gratitude and expectation,&nbsp;<br />Marilyn Murray | Marilyn Murray Ministries<br></div> <hr style="width:100%;clear:both;visibility:hidden;"></hr>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[November/December2025]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/novemberdecember2025]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/novemberdecember2025#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 13:31:33 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/novemberdecember2025</guid><description><![CDATA[       A Heartfelt Message of Gratitude &amp; PeaceDear Treasured Partner,As this sacred season unfolds, gratitude fills my heart for you. Your faithfulness, your prayers, your generosity, your love, has carried Marilyn Murray Ministries through another year of purpose and hope. The fruit of your partnership is lasting: lives are changing, families are strengthening, and God&rsquo;s love is reaching corners we may never see, but His Spirit surely does.This Thanksgiving, my prayer is that your ho [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/uploads/8/0/0/9/80093182/7b49ff66-5364-5032-1f59-772cf553325b_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph"><strong>A Heartfelt Message of Gratitude &amp; Peace</strong><br />Dear Treasured Partner,<br /><br />As this sacred season unfolds, gratitude fills my heart for you. Your faithfulness, your prayers, your generosity, your love, has carried Marilyn Murray Ministries through another year of purpose and hope. The fruit of your partnership is lasting: lives are changing, families are strengthening, and God&rsquo;s love is reaching corners we may never see, but His Spirit surely does.<br /><br />This Thanksgiving, my prayer is that your home is wrapped in gratitude, joy, and the gentle assurance of God&rsquo;s enduring goodness. Even when the world feels hurried or heavy, God&rsquo;s faithfulness remains a constant light. &ldquo;Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever.&rdquo; &mdash; Psalm 107:1<br /><br /><strong>Christmas Blessings of Hope</strong><br /><br />As we draw near to Christmas, may the miracle of Jesus&rsquo; birth fill your heart with new hope. Just as the angels proclaimed, &ldquo;Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men.&rdquo; &mdash; Luke 2:14<br /><br />That heavenly peace is my prayer for you. Peace over your thoughts, health, finances, and your loved ones. May His presence gently guard your heart and fill your home with warmth and love that endures.<br /><br /><strong>Your Impact This Year</strong><br /><br />Because of your steady support:<br /><ul><li>Lives are being healed and restored.</li><li>Marriages are finding renewed strength.</li><li>Women are being uplifted and equipped.</li><li>Families are rediscovering hope.</li><li>The Gospel is reaching hearts and places we may never visit, but God does.</li></ul>You are making an eternal difference. Please know how deeply you are valued and loved.<br /><br /><strong>A Seasonal Prayer for You</strong><br /><br />I speak blessing over you this season:<br /><ul><li>May the Lord multiply every seed you have sown.</li><li>May He crown this year with His goodness.</li><li>May you feel renewed in strength, hope, and joy.</li><li>And may 2026 be your most abundant and fruitful year yet.</li></ul><br /><strong>Let&rsquo;s Stay Connected</strong><br /><br />We are honored to serve you. If you have prayer requests, praise reports, or simply want to share what God is doing in your life, please reach out.<br /><br />Email: <a href="mailto:marilyn61murray@gmail.com" target="_blank">marilyn61murray@gmail.com</a><br />Call/Text: 580-402-0590<br /><br />From my heart to yours, thank you for walking this journey with us. May you and your family be surrounded by peace, gratitude, and joy throughout this beautiful season.<br /><br />With all my love,<br />Marilyn Murray<br />Marilyn Murray Ministries<br /><a href="https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/" target="_blank">marilynmurrayministries.com</a><br /></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[October 2025]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/october-2025]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/october-2025#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 20:06:40 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/october-2025</guid><description><![CDATA[       Dear Women of Divine Design,What an unforgettable time we shared at the Divine Design Women&rsquo;s Conference! From beginning to end, the presence of God filled every moment, surpassing our greatest hopes, dreams, and imaginations. We are still rejoicing over all that the Lord did in our midst, the worship, the Word, the laughter, the tears, and the beautiful sense of sisterhood that united us as His daughters.Your presence made the weekend truly special. Each of you brought something un [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/uploads/8/0/0/9/80093182/ch474_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph" style="text-align:left;"><strong>Dear Women of Divine Design,</strong><br />What an unforgettable time we shared at the Divine Design Women&rsquo;s Conference! From beginning to end, the presence of God filled every moment, surpassing our greatest hopes, dreams, and imaginations. We are still rejoicing over all that the Lord did in our midst, the worship, the Word, the laughter, the tears, and the beautiful sense of sisterhood that united us as His daughters.<br /><br />Your presence made the weekend truly special. Each of you brought something unique and radiant. Your faith, your joy, and your hunger for more of God created an atmosphere where His Spirit could move freely.<br /><br />We are excited to keep the fire burning! You are warmly invited to join our <strong>Women Warriors Gathering</strong> on the <strong>last Tuesday of each month</strong>, a time of prayer, encouragement, and connection as we continue to grow together in purpose and power. For info visit marilymurrayministries.com/womenwarriors.<br /><br />We have also included a <strong>special video recap</strong> of the conference, a glimpse of the unforgettable moments we experienced together. May it bless and inspire you all over again.<br /><br />Thank you once again for being part of <strong>Divine Design 2025</strong>. We cannot wait to see how God continues to work in and through each of you in the days ahead.<br /><br />With love and gratitude,<br /><strong>Marilyn Murray</strong><br /><em>Marilyn Murray Ministries</em><br /><br /></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[August/September 2025]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/augustseptember-2025]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/augustseptember-2025#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 17:46:58 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/augustseptember-2025</guid><description><![CDATA[Dear Precious Partners,We are filled with joy as we look forward to our upcoming Women&rsquo;s Conference this October. Our prayer is that you are making plans to join us for this life-changing event. Because of your faithful giving, we are able to provide ministry opportunities like this not only to our community, but to surrounding areas as well.The Lord reminds us in Psalm 139:14&ndash;16:&ldquo;I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; marvelous are Your works, and that my  [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph">Dear Precious Partners,<br /><br />We are filled with joy as we look forward to our upcoming Women&rsquo;s Conference this October. Our prayer is that you are making plans to join us for this life-changing event. Because of your faithful giving, we are able to provide ministry opportunities like this not only to our community, but to surrounding areas as well.<br /><br />The Lord reminds us in Psalm 139:14&ndash;16:<br />&ldquo;I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; marvelous are Your works, and that my soul knows very well. My frame was not hidden from You when I was made in secret, and skillfully wrought in the lowest parts of the earth. Your eyes saw my substance, being yet unformed. And in Your book they all were written, the days fashioned for me, when as yet there were none of them.&rdquo;<br /><br />These verses inspired us to title this conference Divine Design. We want to encourage you to embrace God&rsquo;s purpose and plan for your life. You are fearfully and wonderfully made in the image of God, who has a magnificent plan just for you!<br /><br />If the Lord puts it on your heart to sow a special seed toward this event, your generosity will help us reach even more women with the love and truth of God&rsquo;s Word. Every gift, no matter the size, makes an eternal difference.<br /><br />Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your prayers, support, and financial partnership with Marilyn Murray Ministries. Together, we are advancing the Kingdom and touching lives for eternity.<br /><br />Let&rsquo;s stay connected! Follow us on Facebook &amp; YouTube | Visit marilynmurrayministries.com for updates, giving opportunities, and upcoming events.<br /><br />With love and gratitude,<br />Marilyn<br /><br />Divine Design Women&rsquo;s Conference<br />Date: 10/3/25 &amp; 10/4/25<br />Location: 905 North Oakwood Rd., Enid, OK 73703<br />Childcare is available.&nbsp;<br />Doors open at 6pm on 10/3/25 and service begins at 7pm. Doors open at 8am on 10/4/25 and service begins at 8:30am.<br />Box lunch on Saturday. Gift bag and door prizes for all. Shopping from local vendors and more.&nbsp;<br />Check in at the welcome center for gifts. Register online at www.marilynmurrayministries.com/events today.</div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/uploads/8/0/0/9/80093182/divine-design-flyer-2_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[June/July 2025]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/junejuly-2025]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/junejuly-2025#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2025 15:03:41 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/junejuly-2025</guid><description><![CDATA[       Dear Beloved Ministry Partners,What does it truly mean to honor?We live in a time when many have never experienced the honor&mdash;or the presence&mdash;of God. In today&rsquo;s culture, honor is often no longer passed down from parent to child. With the breakdown of the family unit, too many children are growing up without the example of godly leadership in the home. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 17.6 million children&mdash;nearly 1 in 4&mdash;now live without a biological, step,  [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/uploads/8/0/0/9/80093182/vision-sunday-service-1-made-with-postermywall_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">Dear Beloved Ministry Partners,<br /><br />What does it truly mean to <em>honor</em>?<br /><br />We live in a time when many have never experienced the honor&mdash;or the presence&mdash;of God. In today&rsquo;s culture, honor is often no longer passed down from parent to child. With the breakdown of the family unit, too many children are growing up without the example of godly leadership in the home. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 17.6 million children&mdash;nearly 1 in 4&mdash;now live without a biological, step, or adoptive father.<br /><br />But God&rsquo;s design for the family&mdash;and for honor&mdash;has never changed.<br /><br />&ldquo;Honor your father and your mother.Then you will live a long, full life in the land the Lord your God is giving you.&rdquo; &mdash;Exodus 20:12<br /><br />Psalm 8:5 tells us that God crowned mankind with glory and honor. Even though Adam&rsquo;s sin brought spiritual separation, Jesus&mdash;our Redeemer&mdash;restored what was lost. Hebrews 2:9 says: &ldquo;But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels, for the suffering of death crowned with glory and honor, that He, by the grace of God, might taste death for everyone.&rdquo;<br /><br />Through Jesus, honor has been restored. Authority has been given back to His bride&mdash;the Church. He entrusted us with His mission: to go into all the world, make disciples, and carry His presence wherever we go.<br /><br />I want to share a personal story that has stayed with me all these years.<br /><br />When I turned sixteen, I believed I was deeply in love with a very handsome young man. One day, he surprised me with a diamond ring. I was thrilled. I remember running to show my father, thinking he&rsquo;d celebrate with me. But my dad, full of wisdom, looked me gently in the eyes and simply said, &ldquo;You&rsquo;re too young to accept a diamond ring.&rdquo;<br /><br />At the time, I felt crushed. But deep down, I was thankful. Even in his &ldquo;no,&rdquo; my father was honoring me&mdash;protecting my future, helping me understand that the ring wasn&rsquo;t just a piece of jewelry,but a covenant. That moment taught me something powerful: true love is willing to protect, even when it&rsquo;s not popular.<br /><br />This is the kind of honor we must teach and model in our homes and churches today. The world needs to see families honoring one another, and believers honoring God&rsquo;s Word and His ways.When we honor God&rsquo;s design, His blessing follows.<br /><br />Thank you for standing with us in this ministry. Together, we&rsquo;re building a generation that understands and walks in honor, purpose, and power.<br /><br />Let&rsquo;s stay connected! &#128241; Follow us on Facebook &amp; YouTube | &#127760; Visit <a href="http://marilynmurrayministries.com">marilynmurrayministries.com</a> for updates and upcoming events<br /><br />Let&rsquo;s continue to witness His restoration, walk in His promises, and carry the honor He&rsquo;s placed on His Church.<br /><br />With love and gratitude,<br />Marilyn<br /></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[April 2025]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/april-2025]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/april-2025#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 17:10:47 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/april-2025</guid><description><![CDATA[       Dear Beloved Partners,We are living in a world where everyone is either failing, surviving, or thriving. But as children of God, we are called to THRIVE! The Bible teaches us why people fail and how we can build a firewall of spiritual protection.From Adam and Eve, we learn the importance of listening to the voice of our Good Shepherd rather than the opinions of others. Cain teaches us that envy opens a portal to failure&mdash;when we covet another&rsquo;s success instead of celebrating.  [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/uploads/8/0/0/9/80093182/mmm-nl-april2025_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">Dear Beloved Partners,<br /><br />We are living in a world where everyone is either failing, surviving, or thriving. But as children of God, we are called to THRIVE! The Bible teaches us why people fail and how we can build a firewall of spiritual protection.<br /><br />From Adam and Eve, we learn the importance of listening to the voice of our Good Shepherd rather than the opinions of others. Cain teaches us that envy opens a portal to failure&mdash;when we covet another&rsquo;s success instead of celebrating. Lot&rsquo;s wife reminds us that looking back prevents us from moving forward. Failure is not an option in the Kingdom of God, for He desires us to live from glory to glory (2 Corinthians 3:18). He has destined us to succeed!<br /><br />Our ability to thrive is rooted in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. When He conquered death, He secured our victory over failure, sin, and limitations. Because He lives, we have the power to rise above challenges and walk in divine abundance. His resurrection ensures us that we are no longer bound by the struggles of the past, but instead, we can embrace a future filled with His promises. Just as Christ was raised to life, we too are called to rise into a life of thriving, living as testimonies of His grace and power.<br /><br />Philippians 1:6 tells us that God, who began a good work in us, is faithful to complete it. He doesn&rsquo;t want us merely surviving&mdash;He wants us thriving! If we use a biblical metaphor, failure is Egypt, survival is the desert, and thriving is the Promised Land. Jesus did not die on the cross and rise again for us to live in bondage or lack. He desires for us to flourish so that we may be a blessing to others, an answer to someone&rsquo;s prayer, a reflection of His glory and power.<br /><br />How do we move from surviving to thriving? It&rsquo;s through the work of sanctification. Sanctification is a daily work of grace. It takes our wounds and turns them into healed scars that testify of his victory in our lives.<br />We are deeply grateful for your prayers, love, and unwavering support of Marilyn Murray Ministries. Because of you, we can share the message of hope, touch hearts, and bring God&rsquo;s light to those in need. Thank you for being part of this journey as we press forward in faith together.<br /><br />Stay connected with us through Facebook, YouTube, and our website at marilynmurrayministries.com for upcoming events and ministry updates. Let&rsquo;s continue to witness His restoration, walk in His promises, and celebrate the overflowing abundance of His love.<br /><br />May His peace and grace fill every area of your life.<br /><br />With love and gratitude,<br />Marilyn<br></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guest Speaker Marilyn Murray]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/guest-speaker-marilyn-murray]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/guest-speaker-marilyn-murray#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:59:21 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/news/guest-speaker-marilyn-murray</guid><description><![CDATA[      [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.marilynmurrayministries.com/uploads/8/0/0/9/80093182/ag_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>