Luke 19:22 His master replied, ‘I will judge you by your own words, you wicked servant! You knew, did you, that I am a hard man, taking out what I did not put in, and reaping what I did not sow? A lack of productivity is often frowned upon in many quarters. In some ventures,... Continue Reading →
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR LIFE
DAY 322 REFERENCE TEXT: Matthew 25:14-30 Whenever others attempt to wade into the things we call 'our own affairs', we might see them as busybodies. But if there is a set of words anyone, even in passing, can relay to another, 'make sure you make the most of your life', should find it's way into... Continue Reading →
ARE YOU HONOURING THE KING?
DAY 235 Reference text: Judges 9:6-15 We read about an interesting ceremony to select a king for the trees. Their first choice was the olive, but it declined because it's oil was useful in honouring God's and men. The fig as a second choice declined, because of its fruits and sweetness. The vine finally also... Continue Reading →
YOU’RE FIRED
229/365 YOU'RE FIRED The reality show 'The Apprentice' has a signature statement that is associated with it, and that is 'you're fired'. Whenever any individual is relieved of their post, or 'fired', unless this was executed with malicious intent, a reason that will often be identified as contributing factor for such outcomes is an inability... Continue Reading →
SHINE BRIGHT WHEREVER YOU ARE
DAY 263 OF 365 IN 2021 SHINE BRIGHT WHEREVER YOU ARE Luke 8 :16 “No one lights a lamp and hides it in a clay jar or puts it under a bed. Instead, they put it on a stand, so that those who come in can see the light. People sometimes want to be described... Continue Reading →
HE LOVES YOU TOO MUCH!
HE LOVES YOU TOO MUCH Matthew 25:15 To one he gave five talents, to another two talents, and to another one talent—each according to his own ability. And he went on his journey. While splitting things up equally seems to be the best way to avoid any conflict, growing up, we often encountered instances where the... Continue Reading →