“There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God,” (Psalm 46:4). Ezekiel and the apostle John recorded visions of clear, pure, life giving water that flowed from the throne of God. Jesus told a Samaritan woman that He could give her water that would forever satisfy the thirsting of her … Continue reading Living waters or bitter waters? (Monday’s version)
Month: September 2012
“Where two or three are gathered in my name”
It is likely that in many churches this morning, someone will mention that Jesus has promised to be present wherever two or three are gathered in His name. This raises some questions in my mind. Wasn’t He present with us when we got up this morning? Wasn’t He there when we read the Bible and … Continue reading “Where two or three are gathered in my name”
Answer to an unspoken prayer
I was starting a new job as a Quality Assurance Inspector, a job that would involve interaction with all of the 200 men and women working in this factory. I was still young in my Christian faith and worried about the ungodly language and immoral influence of the people I would be dealing with day … Continue reading Answer to an unspoken prayer
Adopting and being adopted
Chris and I began to consider adoption about a year after we were married. All we had ever known about adopting involved matching prospective parents with a child who most closely matched their interests and background. Thus, when we began the application process we were expecting some kind of extensive background check. We soon found … Continue reading Adopting and being adopted
The shepherd’s voice
A friend was out in the hills of Mexico, visiting with a shepherd. The shepherd’s flock was grazing quietly around them as they visited. Suddenly, some unexpected noise startled the sheep and they began to flee from the imagined threat. They tore off down the hill and along the valley. My friend looked at the … Continue reading The shepherd’s voice
What is good stewardship?
Governments have always needed a source of revenue to administer their territory, but many years ago, tax collection was not done as it is today. The gathering of taxes was farmed out to men who contracted to deliver a certain sum of money to the king or governor. These men then collected the money from … Continue reading What is good stewardship?
How can a woman be safe?
A few days ago, the police in Toronto issued a warning to the public about a series of sex assaults that have occurred in the downtown area. In response, Krista Ford, 21 years old, posted the following note on her Twitter account: “Stay alert, walk tall, carry mace, take self-defence classes & don’t dress like … Continue reading How can a woman be safe?
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