Most -if not all- of people living in the UK will be looking forward to tomorrow- restrictions being lifted, non-essential shops being opened and a general sense of restored normality. As Christians, how are we going to respond to this and reflect our unmoving identity in Christ? The Bible tells us to remember Christ inContinue reading “Back to Normality”
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Follow His Plan
God has a carefully structured plan for each of our lives, and it’s important that we follow it. Even though it is easy to believe that the plans we make for ourselves are immaculate and without error, they are matchless in comparison to what God has designed for our lives: ‘And we know that inContinue reading “Follow His Plan”
Shrove Tuesday
The day before the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday. As you enjoy making ,and eating, your pancakes, always remember the grace and faithfulness of Christ! As we give up something for God this Lent, let us not forget all the He gave for our sake- the redemption of our souls and reconciliation in Christ.
Thoughtless Words
Our words have power and it’s important that we choose them wisely. The things we say can either lift or break the spirit of others, as well as impact how they perceive their situation. Particularly during these unsettling times, we are called to speak words of life and not make thoughtless, inconsiderate remarks: Proverbs 15:4 “GentleContinue reading “Thoughtless Words”
Unwavering Faith
Throughout this pandemic, there are times when I have found myself prioritising the fleeting things of this world rather than the eternal treasures resting within Scripture. During moments like these, I find that the only true solution is to go back to God’s Word and find peace within His promises, as well as apply HisContinue reading “Unwavering Faith”
Tug of War
Have you ever found yourself struggling with God for His throne? Have you ever felt like you want to place yourself in His position as the ultimate decision maker and judge, because you disapprove of His Will and plan for your life? With the current lockdown, it can be easy to play tug-of-war with Christ.Continue reading “Tug of War”
What’s the Point?
I’ve been asking this question a lot lately. Why should I live by faith every day? Am I even loved? Why should my life have Jesus written all over it? What’s the point? We are representing Jesus because of who He is- our sacrificial lamb who paid the price for all our sins when heContinue reading “What’s the Point?”
Thinking Ahead
Jesus was always thinking ahead- For His people, His mission and His message. A prominent example of this relieving truth lies in the Book of Luke: ‘For I will give you a mouth and wisdom, which none of your adversaries will be able to withstand or contradict.’ Luke 21:15 The Lord was speaking here ofContinue reading “Thinking Ahead”
Nothing to Lose
‘For me to live is for Christ, and to die is gain’ Philippians 1:21 As resolute followers of Christ, we can be assured of the fact that we have nothing to lose. Paul reminds us that we can enter every situation without fear because we are guided by the hand of Jesus. Personally, I findContinue reading “Nothing to Lose”
Start 2021 with God
How are you going to start this new year? Will you surrender all your ambitions and goals to the Mighty Creator or trust within yourself to keep everything under control? This may not sound significant, but how we progress through this year is based on our initial perspectives when we first entered it. If weContinue reading “Start 2021 with God”
