God has given each of us gifts to make a difference in the lives of others. Some in one or two but others in many people’s lives. Peter was a fisherman, and the experts today are unsure if he could write, but as a young Jew, he most likely had to learn the Torah by […]
Read moreA friend of mine and his family were visiting the Kruger Park. They were very excited as they told us about all they had seen. Before they had left, each of them has asked the Lord for a special experience with a specific animal. My friend longed to see a ratel, his wife wanted to […]
Read moreMoses was a good servant. He did what God told him to do. Yes, sometimes he lost the plot a bit, but he served God with all that was in him. He left his life as shepherd the day he met God in the burning bush. He abandoned all his dreams of having his own […]
Read moreMoses must’ve been a very special person. God called him even before he was born. I don’t think God waited for his birth to formulate the emergency plan to save his life in a reed basket. The plan was in the bag. His mom just had to do it. God knew his people would have […]
Read moreI find something else in verse one. The New KJV helps me: Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, Christ Jesus … Three truths jump out: “Holy brethren” refer to holy brothers and sisters as well. This title is given to each of who believe. […]
Read moreJesus and God created the earth. That is so. Look at the majestic mountains. Look at the tiny flowers. Look at the roaring waters of the ocean. Listen to the strong winds blowing in the Cape, as if they could pierce through everything. There must be a God. Look at mankind, how beautifully we have […]
Read moreI would like to share Mari’s story with you: You know, I always thought I was such a sucker for being so emotional about other people. Just seeing someone appearing to be sad or suffering would make me cry. And this is often so very embarrassing. Until last year’s winter when I ended up in […]
Read morePieter asked me to lead a memorial service on the farm for one of the farm workers. The worker had accompanied them to a show in Port Elizabeth and had to hold two horses. The two horses started moving around and one kicked the other. Unfortunately, the worker was caught between the two horses and […]
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