I've been mulling over Genesis for a few weeks now. I've been so blessed by the rich deposits I have found in this book. Here are a few quick thoughts on Genesis 22: Abraham lived a life of obedience not convenience. When God told Abraham to sacrifice his son, this was his response: Abraham trusted … Continue reading Convenience vs Obedience
I've recently found myself mesmerised by the great faith giants in Genesis. Genesis is the book of beginnings and in it we are greeted by some of the famous patriarchs of the Old Testament. These faith fathers, as I like to call them; demonstrate faithfulness and fullness of relationship with God. We learn about the … Continue reading The Abraham Adventure
I've recently been challenged to write out scripture in full. It's a powerful tool when we open up our journals and notebooks and write down the word of God instead of just reading it. Here are three benefits to writing out scripture: As we write out scripture we begin to memorize it word for word … Continue reading FREE Scripture Reading Plan
Masterpiece Worthy women of God Girded with strength and good standing Your caliber is of the highest quality Your value worth more than jewels You are meticulously molded by the Fathers hand Your brushstrokes of courage, character and kindness crown the canvas of your life Shaped with delight, delicacy and dignity The Potter has made … Continue reading Happy Womens Day: Masterpiece
We have an almond tree, in the middle of our garden. It's flowers, are white and wonderful. When the wind blows, a carpet of white petals fill the ground area like a sea of snow. During winter, the tree is empty, bare and barren but when spring comes, buds of life begin to bloom. The … Continue reading Buds of Hope
God is not our debtorYet Jesus paid our debtsHe doesn't owe us anythingYet He paid for our lives with His bloodAnd it cost Him everythingHe's not a God that needs to be understoodYet He came down from Heaven in humility and humanhoodTo be with usHe is the God of covenantEven though He allows chaos to … Continue reading A Poem to Ponder: He is with Us
Today, let us look at the second part of 1 Samuel 23:3-5. 1 Samuel 23:3-5 - "But David’s men said to him, “Here in Judah we are afraid. How much more, then, if we go to Keilah against the Philistine forces! Once again David inquired of the Lord, and the Lord answered him, “Go down to Keilah, for I … Continue reading Seek the Lord
What is the measuring stick that you use when making decisions? What is your default setting, your go to guide, when indecision makes its inquiry? What are your investigation methods when searching for resolution? If anything, this global pandemic season has called for some defining spiritual, financial, emotional, and practical decisions. I'll ask this question … Continue reading Measuring Stick
What does life look like for you post lockdown? In a few days we will move into level 3 lockdown in South Africa. We will begin to see a resemblance of what we once considered normal. I urge you, however before we enter back into our new normal, allow yourself to process what this time … Continue reading Perspective
Twenty twenty has been a difficult year. It will forever be a year that stains our memory and stings our minds eye. For some, it's been an incredible time of self reflection and solitude but for others its been a time of uneasiness and angst. Whatever your journey has looked like in the last seven … Continue reading When Words are Few
