“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” (Luke 2:14 NIV) If you really think about it, the good news of the birth of the Saviour was shared with those who were underprivilleged. God chose to announce it to shepherds, “living out in the fieldsContinueContinue reading “Christmas for the Underprivilleged”
Category Archives: Old Testament
A Thrill of Hope
And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us. (Romans 5:5 NIV) Christmas is the season of perpetual hope. It began on that first Christmas when Israel was expecting a King who would deliver them fromContinueContinue reading “A Thrill of Hope”
Follow the Light
Jesus…said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12 NIV) One of the things that I dread about winter is driving in pitch-dark nights. So imagine my joy and sense of relief when I finally see light at theContinueContinue reading “Follow the Light”
Don’t Be a Scrooge, Celebrate the SeaSON!
You will fill me with joy in your presence. (Psalm 16:11 NIV) Last month, I ran into Ebenezer Scrooge. And while I was trying to take a picture with him, true to his character, Scrooge pointed to the Christmas activities around us and asked me if I was into all this “bah humbug” and afterContinueContinue reading “Don’t Be a Scrooge, Celebrate the SeaSON!”
Be the Temple of God
Then the people of Israel—the priests, the Levites and the rest of the exiles—celebrated the dedication of the house of God with joy. (Ezra 6:16 NIV) For many years, God’s people longed to build Him a place to dwell in and many times He reminded them that He could not be confined to a place.ContinueContinue reading “Be the Temple of God”
Wonderful Counsellor
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor. (Isaiah 9:6 NIV) Not long ago, my best friend and I were discussing our career choices. We both agreed that if we could go back to school,ContinueContinue reading “Wonderful Counsellor”
A Person of Few Words
It makes a lot of sense to be a person of few words. (Proverbs 17:27 CEV) I remember completing an application form that was limited to a specific word count. I had to write about an important experience, using as few words as possible. It was hard to be succinct and still share my experience,ContinueContinue reading “A Person of Few Words”
Foolish Desires
Take away my foolish desires, and let me find life by walking with you. (Psalm 119:37 CEV) We all have desires that throw us off track. Vain desires, such as riches, honours, beauty and fame. The psalmist realized this. He asked God to take away what he called “foolish desires,” and to preserve his lifeContinueContinue reading “Foolish Desires”
When a Saint Dies
The Lord cares deeply when his loved ones die. (Psalm 116:15 NLT) My thoughts turned to this verse when the news unfolded that terrorists had attacked a church and killed a number of Christians there one Sunday. God’s Word was of great comfort as I remembered it saying that the blood of His faithful followersContinueContinue reading “When a Saint Dies”
Praying for Those Who Hurt Us
After Job had prayed for his friends, the LORD restored his fortunes and gave him twice as much as he had before. (Job 42:10 NIV) I wonder what Job’s reaction was when God told him to pray for his friends, who we know were no friends at all. All the Bible tells us isContinueContinue reading “Praying for Those Who Hurt Us”
Rising with the Son 