The man who had Great Potential Every time I read the stories in the Bible, I ask myself: Where do I fit in? That, after all, is the essence of studying – to reflect, and then to act. Am I Abraham, learning to walk with God as my reward? Or Isaac, serving the Lord within […]
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ESPERA (PART 4)
The mountains were closer than before. As a traveller on Verde Road, I had experienced both the good and the bad, all life-changing experiences. I met friends, including my favourite of all, Espera. He was so kind and always there for me. Unfortunately, at my last hurdle, while approaching the mountains, I realized I couldn’t […]
Do You Love Me?
The last post I shared reflected on John 21, focusing on the theme of Jesus finding us again. But as I read further, I realized the message went beyond simply running to Jesus. It was a call to love, a call to a deeper, more committed walk with Him.
When Jesus Finds Us Again…
After my last post, I thought my reflections on the book of John were complete. But as I was wrapping up my reading, I saw another interesting thing that caught my attention in the last chapter of John.
The Call to Glorify: Lesson from John 17
“Father, the hour has come. Glorify Your Son, that Your Son also may glorify You, as You have given Him authority over all flesh, that He should give eternal life to as many as You have given Him. And this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ […]
Gratitude: Eight Scriptural Reasons To Give Thanks Before Eating
In our fast-paced world, it’s very easy to forget the importance of gratitude for all that we possess and all that we are. However, it is essential to pause and reflect on the multitude of reasons we have to be thankful. Among these reasons, the simple fact of having food to eat is a profound […]
Book Review: The Secret Place by Dr Dale Fife
Dr. Dale’s Secret Place is one book that lures you into the place of prayer and worship. The anointed words, the style in which the words are written, and the visual depictions are some of the many reasons I am captivated by the book. It discusses the importance of dwelling in God’s presence daily, the […]
Firing
“Why is this happening to me” may be the question in your heart. These are usually our thoughts when in trying times. As Christians, sometimes, we think we are exempted from challenges. We forget our prayers of “use me, Lord!” “Refine me, Lord!” We forget that these prayers gave the Goldsmith access to do whatever […]
Never Walk Alone…
Never walk alone, they say. Yet, they don’t give us one to walk with… Are you alone? Do you feel lonely? Have you tried all to feel better? Well, you’re not alone Do you have dust thrown at you? Are insults lashed at you? Do you feel you have no one to call your own? […]
Adulthood
“For in every adult there dwells the child that was, and in every child there lies the adult that will be.” ― John Connolly Thinking about how life comes so fast inspired me to write this piece. Oh, how time flies! I am grateful to God for life and all the good things He has given […]
When the strange becomes usual
While meditating on the current happenings of the times we are in, I felt inspired to write these words. We all know we are in difficult times all over the world. From the popular coronavirus pandemic to people regarding themselves as genderless, I think this is a time to step back, reflect on our perception […]
Fly
I was to tag this ‘Fly’ article, “It’s 2020 and you’re going to be okay”. I will share a story instead. I was to travel back after the holidays back to work. The holidays had been good. I mean after adding about 2kg, being in full control of how I expended my time, who would […]