Deuteronomy 4:9 My mother inlaw is well along the difficult road of dementia. While she still remembers those people and events she has known for years, she cannot remember what happened an hour ago. It is very sad to see someone’s memory and well-being deteriorate before our eyes, and we can only hope that weContinue reading “Don’t forget”
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Under New Ownership
Ephesians 1:7 We like to think that we are in control of our own destiny, the captain of our ship and the pilot of our airplane. That might fine for a very short time until we realise that life is not going so well after making some, well maybe many, poor choices and unwise decisions.Continue reading “Under New Ownership”
Who do you say Jesus is?
John 10:33 There are very few people who disregard the consensus that the Jesus who Christians follow actually existed. Historians, scholars, lawyers and investigators have no choice but to be convinced that this Jesus walked the earth due to the evidence available. What causes controversy and debate is who He was. Some say He wasContinue reading “Who do you say Jesus is?”
Who is waiting for who?
2 Peter 3:9 We have become used to getting what we want when we want it. At the same time, we know that when it comes to children there are age-appropriate toys and age-appropriate activities. Giving them small items at a young age can be a choking hazard. Asking them to carve a lamb roastContinue reading “Who is waiting for who?”
Not easy
Matthew 5:44 There is a perception that Jesus was a mild mannered, Clark Kent kind of guy, someone who was passive and weak. His followers have also earned that reputation with many looking on seeing Him as a crutch for those who can’t cope with the reality of life. Somewhere along the line it hasContinue reading “Not easy”
Eternity
If we stop and reflect on the achievements of humanity since the beginning of time it really is incredible. From the first fire lighting to the discovery of the uses of different metals then the ability to find ways to cut and shape wood and other materials. The complexity of generating meaningful and beautiful musicContinue reading “Eternity”
Life can get complicated
Life can get complicated and some people seem to live more complicated lives than others. The complication is generally related to self gratifying financial, relational or chemical related decisions. Often two or more of these decision types work together and begin a snowballing effect eventually causing a complicated mess. What can start with a selfishContinue reading “Life can get complicated”
Where is wisdom?
When it comes to making decisions in life most of us take the easiest way out. It is easier to be swayed by popular opinion, easier to be influenced by advertising and easier to be persuaded by family or friends, politicians or pastors. Easier than what? Easier than working it out for ourselves. Easier thanContinue reading “Where is wisdom?”
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