Uncertain days

Each day holds more uncertainty and potential danger. It can be quite unsettling and fearful to think about what the future holds. It seems terror attacks are increasing and getting closer to home. The tension with North Korea is escalating with no one sure as to what they will do next. There is even increasingContinue reading “Uncertain days”

What does God look like?

We have all grown to have a certain picture in our minds of what God looks like. For some he is seen as aggressive and angry. For others he appears distant and disinterested. While for others he is some new age peace loving, all inclusive pacifist. Our impression of what God looks like will generallyContinue reading “What does God look like?”

Easier said than done

There are many things that are easier said than done. Some people seem to know a lot about money, for example, but when it comes to being disciplined and putting even the basics into action you can tell they don’t practice what they preach. Some people might know a lot about a particular sport andContinue reading “Easier said than done”

Being convinced

A manager that I used to have often replied ‘I am not convinced’ in answer to proposals or ideas for which he needed more information or persuasion. Being convinced means knowing beyond doubt that something is true and that it will work, that it is achievable and worth the investment. With all the ideas, religions,Continue reading “Being convinced”

Security blanket

As children we clung to the security of our favourite soft and cuddly toy or blanket. It provided comfort and courage in a big and sometimes lonely world. It would help us sleep at night and calm our fears of the dark. Growing up though we left those childish ways behind us because we beganContinue reading “Security blanket”

Keep it to yourself

You might have heard or even said “keep your religion to yourself” or something similar.  The message there is that people don’t want to hear what we believe.  They would be disappointed however if we failed to live out what we believe. People may not necessarily agree with the message we have but are generallyContinue reading “Keep it to yourself”