A CHOICE TO MAKE

A look at the Gospel today reveals the names of some of the women who were involved in the ministry of Jesus. Of particular note and central to today's discussion is the mention of Joanna, whose husband was the manager of Herod's household (Luke 8:3). While that was significant proximity to a strong opposition to... Continue Reading →

A CHOICE TO MAKE

A look at the Gospel today reveals the names of some of the women who were involved in the ministry of Jesus. Of particular note and central to today's discussion is the mention of Joanna, whose husband was the manager of Herod's household (Luke 8:3). While that was significant proximity to a strong opposition to... Continue Reading →

WHAT YOU MAKE OF OPPORTUNITIES

Luke 6:16 Judas son of James, and Judas Iscariot, who became a traitor. Today's text describes the calling of the twelve Apostles, presenting us with a reminder of their names and Jesus' actions preceding this decision - His time in prayer with God. A question many often ask about this event is "if Jesus spent... Continue Reading →

CONSCIENCES SEARED WITH HOT IRON

Even though the Pharisees were waiting to pounce on Jesus' action in the temple to make a case against him, they found themselves in a moral dilemma when Jesus  stood the man with a withered hand in the temple and asked a question that took them by surprise. He asked them: “I will ask you... Continue Reading →

CLARIFY YOUR MOTIVES

Jesus who was a master at using parables to weave intricate stories goes direct in his address today. After realizing that large swaths of people had followed along and kept looking for Him, he revealed the state of their heart to them. These are captured in John 6:26 'Jesus answered them and said, “Most assuredly,... Continue Reading →

TO HOLD ON TO, OR TO LET GO?

Looking on as the vehicle we have had at home for the last 8 years sat on the back of a tow vehicle never to be seen again was tough to see. Regardless, while sentimental attachment suggested holding on to it, the economics said something else. So ultimately, it had to be let go. There... Continue Reading →

HAVE HEALTHY EXPECTATIONS

Whenever anyone enters into a venture, they do so with expectations, goals and targets. When all goes as expected, there is cause for celebration. So what if 'life happens?' A storm here, a wave there and those expectations are not met? What does one do? The goal of today's message is to bring to attention... Continue Reading →

YOU CANNOT SIT ON THE FENCE

1 Kings 18:21 And Elijah came near to all the people and said, “How long will you go limping between two different opinions? If the LORD is God, follow him; but if Baal, then follow him.” And the people did not answer him a word. Elijah comes to the people today with a big charge... Continue Reading →

YOU HAVE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE GIFT

Reference text: Genesis 3:9-15 For starters, let's establish the nature of God not just as good, but as goodness itself. Hence, as saint James wrote "Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows." (James 1:17) There is therefore goodness... Continue Reading →

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