Many of us have prayed when we’ve found ourselves at some sort of crossroads unsure of the next step and looking to the heavens for guidance. But is it okay to ask for a sign?
‘Lord, where do I put my hope?’ Psalms 39:7 NLT Here are four suggestions to help you survive and grow through upheavals such as an unexpected job loss, the death of a loved one, a failed marriage or a serious health issue: (1) Admit how you feel. That doesn’t mean sitting around wallowing in negativity; ...Read More
‘In love He predestined us for adoption.’ Ephesians 1:4–5 NIV We all have a need to belong, to be part of a family. One pastor writes: ‘I know couples with hearts of love who yearn to focus it on some little one, but no little one arrives. When these couples find children to adopt, they ...Read More
‘Guard your heart above all else for it determines the course of your life.’ Proverbs 4:23 NLT When Satan sets out to destroy you, he starts by planting wrong thoughts in your mind. Jesus illustrated this when He said, ‘The laws of Moses said, “You shall not commit adultery.” But I say: Anyone who even ...Read More
A powerful personal story about discovering God’s joy in the midst of chronic pain and suffering. Hope for families facing end-of-life decisions.
“I think that there is a perception out there that Christians are a bunch of drongos and we run around in big hats like idiots, like me.”
‘Agree with God, and be at peace; thereby good will come to you.’ Job 22:21 ESV Here are two things that happen when you recognise God’s greatness: (1) You’re not tempted to analyse Him and reduce Him to manageable terms. (2) You’re less likely to try and manipulate Him and His will, or explain Him ...Read More
‘The Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name.’ John 14:26 NIV Why would we describe the Holy Spirit as the ‘plus factor’? Three reasons: (1) The Holy Spirit determines the gifts and skills you receive. ‘It is the one and only [Holy] Spirit who distributes all these gifts. He alone decides which ...Read More