| Guest Writer – JD | I have so many questions nowadays. When I was small, a simple yes or no would suffice from my parents. As a teen, I felt so confident in my knowledge of the world but so unconfident as a person. And as I grew, I found myself as a person … More Questions
A shield is only effective when it is held in place. Away from its bearer, it offers no protection. [Ephesians 6:16] says: “… above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the evil one.” We have a responsibility to take up our Shield … More Ephesians 6: Shield of Faith
Warriors prepare with waisted truth, breastplates shining with the Son’s righteousness, feet ready to go where He calls. Their shields of faith are held high, their swords signal truth, and upon their heads, salvation marks them safe. The armour of God keeps His people focussed, alert and yet refreshed to run, declare, defend and rejoice … More Ephesians 6: Helmet of Salvation
There is alot of shame in our world – it is that uncomfortable feeling of being singled out or humiliated, a lack of confidence or assurance, a fear of retribution. Despite life’s hurdles, we can live unashamed and confident of the testimony we have in Christ. It won’t always be easy, but we have the … More Unashamed.
Kings Ahab and David have very different relationships with God. Yet both experience grace alongside consequence at various times of their lives. King Ahab is notoriously known to be one of Israel’s most evil kings. In fact, [1 Kings 16:30] says that he “did evil in the sight of the Lord, more than all who … More Grace for Fault P2: Ahab, David
The people in the Bible are intriguing. Here are lives laid bare before us with their mistakes and victories, hopes and fears. We see the consequences of choice, and in all of this, the grace God still chooses to give for humanity’s faults. It is so interesting to see how God’s grace permeated the lives … More Grace for Fault P1: Jonah
Work and worship share more than just a casual relationship. Are we worshipping through our everyday work or study? Are we worshipping when we serve at church? Are we working as if for God Himself? Does worship actually inspire us to work? At the beginning of the last week, the thought of “work or worship” … More Work and Worship
[Proverbs 21:9] – “Better to dwell in a corner of a housetop, than in a house shared with a contentious woman.” ( verse 19 – better to dwell in the wilderness) [Proverbs 13:20] – “He who walks with wise men will be wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed.” [1 Corinthians 15:33] – … More Better Matters P3: Company
[Proverbs 15:16-17] – “Better is a little with the fear of the Lord, than great treasure with trouble.” [Proverbs 16:8] – “Better is a little with righteousness, than vast revenues without justice. [Proverbs 17:1] – “Better is a dry morsel with quietness, than a house full of feasting with strife.” As with humility and pride, … More Better Matters P2: Ambition
The book of Proverbs contains a number of “better than” passages. The world seems preoccupied with trying to find something that matters – an achievement, a word of praise, fame, a conquered goal. Does it last? Will it be remembered? What really matters? I see people all around me faced with this question; when decisions … More Better Matters P1: Greatness
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