What Is Faith? Let’s see what the bible says about faith: Hebrews 11:1-3(GNTD): [1] “To have faith is to be sure of the things we hope for, to be certain of the things we cannot see.” [2] “It was by their faith that people of ancient times won God’s approval.” [3] “It is by faith…
They say art should afflict the comfortable, and comfort the afflicted. I think the same is true for Scripture. It challenges and confronts, yet at the same time, it comforts and supports. But I need to ask when was the last time you wrestled with what was in the Bible? I think scripture has a…
Throughout the Bible, Jesus is described in many ways and in my life, He has been revealing Himself to me. Below I will be sharing three discoveries that I’ve made so far in my journey with Him. Jesus is relational. Jesus is interested in a committed relationship with each of us. Just as the Bible…
Of the descriptions of Jesus found in the gospels and beyond, my favourite—out of so many profound, beautiful and challenging descriptions—is probably one of the least quoted, most skipped over of the Jesus pictures. It’s found in Matthew 12:17–21: “This fulfilled the prophecy of Isaiah concerning him: ‘Look at my Servant, whom I have chosen.…
How is it that so many people manage to be devoted and consistent with their worship of Jesus, while I fail so often? My devotional life is reminiscent of how I try to breathe quietly while walking upstairs so that my friends don’t realise how unfit I am. I want to appear as though I…
I imagine the gentle cooing of the morning birds before the crow of the rooster at the third denial. I imagine the briefest moment of peace before being awoken by the fear of what the day will bring. I imagine the crown of thorns on the head of my King as I sit here waiting for…
Review As Light Lingers Basking in the Word of God Nina Atcheson For many of us, the task of regularly reading the Bible can seem daunting. A New Year’s resolution, preacher or book might inspire us to pick up the Bible again, but our good intentions can drain away too quickly amid our busy…
After Jesus had risen, He appeared to the disciples several times before ascending to Heaven. One of these times, the disciples had been fishing during the night and upon nearing the shore they discovered Jesus waiting for them. Simon Peter was so excited that he jumped out of the boat and swam to shore to…
In the bible we see quite a few people renew their characters and become anew once they start putting God first in their lives. For some, not only do they gain a new character and heart they also receive a new name. Below is a list of biblical icons who received new names through their…
I am in awe of people who can play a musical instrument. Music is one of the most magical things I have encountered. Most of my friends can either play something or sing. Although my friends show me grace and allow me to sing along with them it is clear to everyone that I can’t…