Reference text: Nehemiah 2:1-8 Nehemiah 2:4 Then the king said to me, “What do you request?” We witness an interesting dialogue between king Ataxerxes and Nehemiah. Such was the keeness of the king's eye that he could tell something was not right with Nehemiah. Hence his question: “Why do you look sad? If you are... Continue Reading →
BEYOND WORDS
Luke 1:29-30 But she was greatly troubled at the saying, and tried to discern what sort of greeting this might be. But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. Mary's response to the words of the Angel Gabriel catch our attention. Following the introductory salutation, her... Continue Reading →
THE DYNAMICS OF SPEAKING
DAY 361 Matthew 10:19 But when they arrest you, do not worry about what to say or how to say it. At that time you will be given what to say There are manuals that guide action: recipes books guide cooking, user guides offer instruction on how to use devices or gadgets. In the same... Continue Reading →
DRAWING CONCLUSIONS
150/365 DRAWING CONCLUSIONS We recently seem to be hovering around the topic of clarity particularly in communication. We observe a significant disparity between the words SPOKEN by Jesus and the MEANING or INTERPRETATION which was made out of it. John 21:23 So rumor spread among the community of believers that this disciple wouldn’t die. But... Continue Reading →
CLARITY IN COMMUNICATION
145/365 CLARITY IN COMMUNICATION John 16:29 Then Jesus’ disciples said, “Now you are speaking clearly and without figures of speech. Figures of speech are intended to enrich conversations, but they are limited to a specific kind of relationship. For one to be understood as such, their heart must be revealed in the words they say... Continue Reading →
THE NEED FOR CONNECTION
DAY 276 OF 365 IN 2021 THE NEED FOR CONNECTION Genesis 2:18 Now the LORD God said, “It is not good (beneficial) for the man to be alone; I will make him a helper [one who balances him—a counterpart who is] suitable and complementary for him.” Today, I share with you a perspective on today's... Continue Reading →
HEARING WITH UNDERSTANDING
DAY 204 OF 365 IN 2021 Matthew 13:19 The seed that fell on the footpath represents those who hear the message about the Kingdom and don’t understand it. Then the evil one comes and snatches away the seed that was planted in their hearts. HEARING WITH UNDERSTANDING Around the globe, an estimated 6500 languages are... Continue Reading →
KEEP THE LINE OPEN
Wednesday: September 30, 2020 We hear about the place of communication in every relationship that has love as its focus. Regardless of the kind of relationship, a degree and level of communication is certainly required to keep it running. Hence, a place for the words "The beginning of the end for love, is from the... Continue Reading →