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The Slow Burn of Insecurity
What do we mean by insecurity? It’s a feeling of inadequacy, often compounded by a sense of complete helplessness, purposelessness, disapproval, or rejection. All of these things can slowly accumulate and weigh us down…
A Good Dad is “There” for His Children
Today is my first Father’s Day without a father. For thirty-one years I had one. I had one of the best. But now he’s gone.
Hearing from God
The other day I was asked, “How do you hear from God through His word? Although I try to read the Bible, it seems dry and old.”
Children and Parents
"Why are we so keen to have families and yet not give them the priorities given in scripture?" There is a danger, where parents are too busy for their children, that it can have…
Tap Into the Source
I can’t do anything disconnected from my Source. Thank you, Jesus, that you are my "Source” of everything I need for today. Amen.
Being in God’s Thoughts
In all our wanderings the watchful glance of the Eternal Watcher is always fixed on us, and we never roam beyond the Shepherd’s eye.
Another Man’s Righteousness
What about you? Are you trusting in your own ability to please God? Is your hope for heaven based on your goodness outweighing your badness? Do you believe God will let you into heaven…
You Taught Us How to Love
“We have spoken freely to you, …our heart is wide open. You are not restricted by us, but you are restricted in your own affections.” 2 Corinthians 6:11
Clouded View
It can happen in a matter of minutes. A beautiful sunshiny day can become overcast, gloomy, and dank. Life imitates nature, doesn't it?
The Value of Pain
The Value of Pain You can't bring a cup of cold water to someone if you've never thirsted You can't heal a heart if your heart's never been broken You can't forgive a sin…
The God Who Stoops… And Stands
He stooped. Low enough to sleep in a manger, work in a carpentry shop, sleep in a fishing boat. And then he stood. Up from the slab of death.
It’s All about You, Jesus
I learned that I (and you) can’t live the Christian life. It is impossible. And I learned that’s precisely why we need Christ in us!
Our Trademark
If you carry wounds within your soul that keep love at bay in your life, talk to a mentor who will pray with you. Jesus can bring healing, hope and a fresh display of…
Claiming Forgiveness
If you have truly confessed your sins, you can come now into the presence of God with great joy and a clear conscience and have perfect assurance and trust that whatever you ask for,…
Unresolved Anger
Anger is a silent killer. Not only can it fester in our hearts and cause our blood pressure to rise — it also discolours how we see things.
The Wrong Way
Proverbs warns us that sometimes what seems right to us leads to disaster. This is especially true regarding our attempts to reach God.
How do You View God?
How do you view God? Is he someone looking for a way to condemn you? Is he an out-of-touch old man?
Completely Different
Jesus said "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these" Luke 18:16
The Delights of Your Heart
What gives you pleasure in life? Does it come from the world or from Jesus?
Strengthening Your Roots
“Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, ...” Colossians 2:7
Work For Peace
"You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” Isaiah 2:26 At times I have to remind myself of this.
Are You Choosing Chaos?
There are places and times when we feel we need extra wisdom, insight, guidance and strength. We long for understanding in situations that seem confusing. We need revelation when truth is being hidden or…