Luke 14:28 For which of you, intending to build a tower, does not sit down first and count the cost, whether he has enough to finish it— Let's break today's verse down into minibites 'which of you intending' - Alternatives to the word "Intending" is desiring or wanting, and that is an important starting point.... Continue Reading →
COUNTDOWN – TICK-TOCK
Psalm 90:12 So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom Another rendition of this verse which speaks volumes is "Teach us to realize the brevity of life, so that we may grow in wisdom." If there is on thing my line of work has thought me, it is... Continue Reading →
A THOUSAND CUBITS MORE
Reference: Ezekiel 47:1-12 The unit of measure described as "a thousand cubit" is more than just a unit of distance. It represents a body of knowledge, a duration of time and even an opportunity presented to gain mastery and grounding. In ankle deep water, your focus is on your feet. You think about grounding, the... Continue Reading →
NOT LITERALLY, BUT “ONE MORE YEAR”
The Gospel text from Luke 13:1-9, recalls the account of a dissapointed vineyard owner whose fig tree had failed to yield any fruit after three years of waiting. His disappointment prompted a suggestion to the dresser of the vineyard to cut down this 'unproductive' tree. The owner wanted fruits, not green leaves and branches. However,... Continue Reading →
TEACH US TO NUMBER OUR DAYS
Psalm 90:12 So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom. People who understand the concept of time, tend to live differently. There is always a sense of urgency, clarity and anticipation that governs their ways. Time in this context, dose not apply only to the numbers ticking on... Continue Reading →
BEFORE GOD SPEAKS..
The Gospel of today was an expression of the gift of Word of wisdom. Jesus gave the disciples information of events regarding preparation for the passover, and everything unfolded exactly as they had been told. We read 'So the two disciples went into the city and found everything just as Jesus had said, and they... Continue Reading →
MINIBITES: TAKING OPPORTUNITIES
DAY 41/365 "Opportunities come to pass, not to pause, you have to grab them." This was a quote I came into a few days ago which was corroborated by a message I listened to. By virtue of time and chance, there is a likelihood that one would encounter certain opportunities as they journey through the... Continue Reading →
THE BATTLE FOR OUR TIME
DAY 29/366 'The unit of destiny is time': this was the first statement that came to mind when I read today's Gospel. Those words were part of a message listened to a while back. Time is the foundation and the building block for many things because of 'the law of process'. Growth and maturity are... Continue Reading →
MINIBITES: THE PARABLE OF THE VIRGINS
DAY 316 Reference text: Matthew 25:1-13 1. You may inherit your father's estate, but not the determination and grit that went into the building of those assets. There are some things in life such as hope, courage, discipline, determination etc that cannot be imparted or purchased off the shelf of a shop. These are personal... Continue Reading →