Image by Thomas G. from Pixabay Jesus told Christians: "Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid." Let us then occupy ourselves in calling attention to the light, not the darkness. People around us are well aware of the darkness, we don't have to call attention … Continue reading The light of the world
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If Jesus is the Answer, What are the Questions?
When I go to Sunday School tomorrow morning, we will be studying a lesson entitled "Rescue the Perishing." We are Christians, we want to rescue the people around us who are perishing in sin, but there is a problem: most of those people are not aware that they need to be rescued, have no awareness … Continue reading If Jesus is the Answer, What are the Questions?
Loving God
Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God is one LORD: And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might. (Deuteronomy 6:4-5) This short passage is considered the central and most important statement of the Jewish faith and is commonly referred to as … Continue reading Loving God
Things I am still learning
In high school my nickname was Professor, evidence that I was a know-it-all even then. That's not the same thing as being wise. When I am mistaken, or have a bad attitude, the most effective reproof has come in the form of an offhand remark or question. I need to learn how to do that. … Continue reading Things I am still learning
Henny Penny as allegory
The following is a version of an ancient folk tale that I read in French on the internet several years ago. The main character is called Chicken Little in the USA and Petit Poulet in France. I have used the name that is more familiar in Canada and the UK. Henny Penny made her breakfast … Continue reading Henny Penny as allegory
The Ideal Spouse
Most of us approach marriage with a clear picture in our mind of the characteristics of our ideal spouse. The person we marry never completely fits that picture, but we are sure that with a little coaching and prodding from us, he or she will soon become everything we had imagined. Blessed is the man, … Continue reading The Ideal Spouse
Grandpa’s musings
We got home last night from a visit to our granddaughter Tami and the congregation at Carrot River. This morning I got up at 7:30 and prepared to face the day, then sat down at my computer and almost made a serious error in bookkeeping for a client. The light dawned on me in time … Continue reading Grandpa’s musings
What will my reward be?
In describing the day of judgment, Jesus spoke of those who believed they had done great works for him, preaching, healing, casting out demons. But they found themselves turned to the left and protested against this great injustice. Jesus replied: “I had nothing to do with what you did. You did these things to receive … Continue reading What will my reward be?
Don’t be a tumbleweed Christian
What is wrong when a Christian feels ill at ease among the people with who he worships? Is he a seeker, longing for a place where he can feel at home, put down roots and begin to flourish spiritually? Or is he ashamed of the people of God, thinking their way of living and expressing … Continue reading Don’t be a tumbleweed Christian
A Question for Older Christians:
Are you leaving a spiritual heritage for your children and grandchildren and others who come after you? Image by -Rita-👩🍳 und 📷 mit ❤ from Pixabay Grandparents can help children feel secure – help them know that they are loved even when they make mistakes. Children, young and old, love it when grandparents tell them stories. But what … Continue reading A Question for Older Christians:
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