Day 40 of Lent: Joy
Contrasts provide one of the most striking illustrations of how things can be so different from each other. Contrast our word for yesterday, “grief”, with our word for today “Joy”. You couldn’t find 2...
Day 39 of Lent: Grief
There are some emotions or issues which are deeply personal or often aren’t talked about. One of those is grief. We don’t go around telling people how much we are grieving or that we...
It Is Finished!
Have you ever enjoyed the experience of getting a car loan or mortgage paid off? Maybe you have worked really hard to rid yourself of credit card debt and got it all paid off. ...
Day 38 of Lent: Worship
For hundreds of years, the Christian church has set aside the Thursday before Easter as “Maundy Thursday,” an opportunity to remember and reflect on what Jesus did on that Thursday before he died. As...
Remember Jesus…For you
For hundreds of years, the Christian church has set aside the Thursday before Easter as “Maundy Thursday,” an opportunity to remember and reflect on what Jesus did on that Thursday before he died. But...
Day 37 of Lent: Sacrifice
How much would you be willing to sacrifice for another human being? Consider that question in the light of time, money, self-interest and reputation. Honestly ask yourself what level of sacrifice you would be...
Day 36 of Lent: Determination
Determination is one of those attributes which sometimes can be misunderstood or confusing.When you fight for what is right or stand up against injustice, it might well be perceived as anger or some sinister...
Day 35 of Lent: Worship
When you hear the word worship, the first thing you probably think of is going to church. Going to church is indeed worship, but that is not the only thing that is rightly considered...
Focus on Jesus
“Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith.” (Hebrews 12:2)