I received this letter from Cathryn (name changed): I look up at the mountain that I didn’t ask for, that life has suddenly placed in my way, Lord. And deep in my heart, I wonder if You know about this mountain. Each of us has different mountains, Lord. Sometimes a huge mountain is suddenly put […]
Read moreSome people just can’t give. Some people are so busy with their own lives that giving and helping others doesn’t form part of their lives. Yes, some people live only for themselves and will drain blood from others. Fortunately, we’re not like that. We understand what we have received. We realize the gift we received […]
Read moreI like walking in other people’s shoes to understand their experiences and hearts better. However, Abraham and Sarah’s shoes are a bit too big for me. Imagine how big their smiles were when Sarah, at 100 years old, told Abraham she was pregnant! At first, he must have thought she was joking, followed by shock […]
Read moreWillie describes how the Lord is working in his life: Last night my wife was suffering from a terrible toothache. We couldn’t get to the dentist because the main road had a taxi blockade. All I have to give God is love. So, I gave my humble praise to the Lord and acknowledged His goodness […]
Read moreWe learn a lot about faith from Moses and the author of Hebrews mentions him a number of times. Moses knew that if he stayed where he was, he would have a good life. To grow up in the pharaoh’s house had many advantages. He would live like a prince for the rest of his […]
Read moreWhat would I give up for God? Am I prepared to give my wallet and my whole income to Him? Would I take my very nice bakkie just like that and give it someone who needs it more than me? Would I allow homeless people to move into the empty room sin my house? Or […]
Read moreMy friend and business partner was very innovative. He never stopped trying. He often suggested new concepts or plans for us to try. He eventually invented a number of products that really upset the applecart. One was balustrades (railings) that needed no or very little maintenance. The products were made of resin using sand fillers […]
Read morePaul helps Titus by sharing guidelines for how men, and women too, have to live their faith in practice. 2Guide older men into lives of temperance, dignity, and wisdom, into healthy faith, love, and endurance. This verse is really filled with meaning. It’s the fifth time that we’re looking at it. This time on how […]
Read morePhilippians 2:12-17 When and why do you find real joy? Often in my life I find my joy going up and down. If the holiday time is fast approaching, or even just the weekend, I feel good, but as soon as it starts coming to an end, I don’t feel that good anymore. As if […]
Read morePhilippians 2:6-11 I can never ever fully comprehend what Jesus had to go through. I cannot imagine the sacrifice He had to make to first put aside his status as God and become human. He was just getting on with his life in heaven, busy with God-matters. Everybody knew exactly who He was and everybody […]
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