Biblical Commentary Writer
Dr. Margie Williamson has served as a writer and editor, seminary professor, youth minister, an associational worker, and a minister’s wife. She completed her undergrad degree from the University of Georgia in Social Work, and her Masters of Arts and Ph.D. in Christian Education at the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. She began writing in 1982 and has written Bible study curriculum, devotions, Christian magazine articles, a training book for teachers of teenagers, academic articles, textbook chapters, and a dissertation. As an editor, she’s worked with Clarity Publishers, NavPress, and now Life Bible Study. Currently, she works as senior editor of the Life Bible Study curriculum. She’s taught teenagers and adults in Bible studies for years, but she’s particularly enjoying teaching a weekly senior adult Bible study. Margie’s husband is also in ministry, having served their current church for over 25 years. They are blessed with children and grandchildren who all love each other.
Teaching Plan Writer
Jenny Riddle discovered a passion for teaching the Bible while studying for her Master of Divinity degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. When Hurricane Katrina floated her family to Alabama, she worked for several years as an editor for Bible study curriculum. After becoming a mother through adoption, Jenny transitioned to life as a full-time mom and part-time staff with Lifeline Children's Services, where she now plays a part in advocating for vulnerable and orphaned children worldwide. She lives in Alabama with her husband, Stephen, and their incredibly amazing son, Joshua. She enjoys sewing and constructing costumes and finding a great Paleo recipe.
Devotions Writer
Deborah Mosley holds degrees from Georgia College and State University (BA) and the University of Georgia (MEd and EdS). She had been in education for more than thirty years both in the public schools and in the church. She has taught numerous Bible Studies, Sunday School classes, and small groups for adults and youth. She has led several women's retreats and has a passion for women's ministry and in-depth study of God's Word. Her full-time employment is as a middle school Media Specialist. Deborah and her husband Grady have been married for over thirty years and have served in the full-time pastorate ministry together for just as long. They have three adult children who have their own families, and two grandchildren with a new grandbaby on the way. Deborah and Grady enjoy traveling, serving others, and visiting family and friends. Although the Gulf Coast beaches are their favorite go-to getaways, their best trip so far has been on safari in South Africa. This is Deborah's first experience as a free-lance writer with Life Bible Study.
Also contributing to the production of this lesson:
Publisher
John Herring
Senior Editor
Margie Williamson
Editor
Roberta Watson
Graphic Design
Craig Robertson