STUMBLING BLOCKS

ROMANS 14:13 Romans 14 and 1 Corinthians 8 both speak of not causing others to stumble. Paul discusses moral convictions and our obligation to other Christians in these chapters. He talked about a number of issues that divide believers, including food, drink, and sacred days. During Paul’s days, the conflicts mostly centered on the new freedom … [Read more…]

“LIE DOWN”

PSALM 23:2-3 Pain and exhaustion brought on by a variety of conditions may necessitate lying down and taking a nap. Employers expect that we will be present at our workplaces. We will not have jobs if we cannot do that. However, the availability of rest will have a significant impact on our capacity to work. We sometimes … [Read more…]

THE WELCOMING HEART OF GALWAY

JOHN 16:13–17 The welcoming heart of Galway is Saint Nicholas’ Collegiate Church, the largest medieval parish church in Ireland, established around 1320. It has a lengthy past as well as a present that is active. It is Ireland’s oldest church and offers guidance in a very practical way. Ship captains use the church’s tower as a … [Read more…]

GOD HAS HEARD

Sarah told her daughter that she was going to read a grown-up book for a while before they continue to look at books again after reading a number of children’s books with her. She picked up a book and started reading quietly. A little while afterwards, her daughter gave her a skeptical look and remarked, … [Read more…]

ATHLETES’ DIETS

JOHN 6:35 One of the most sensitive and controversial topics among athletes is athletics diet. Everyone has an opinion, yet many of these claims are unsubstantiated by scientific evidence. One way out for most athletes is to consume whatever their trainer/coach approves. As Christian athletes, we must continuously and rightly feed from God’s Word, the bread of life … [Read more…]

THE NEVER-ENDING SPRING

JOHN 4:7-14 It is said that one cannot miss Kitch-iti-Kipi or the “Big Spring” if they want to take a beautiful excursion of Michigan. This must-see location, named “Mirror of Heaven” by the ancient Chippewas, reflects its surroundings year-round on crystal-clear waters. More than 10,000 gallons of vivid, aqua-coloured water erupt from cracks in the … [Read more…]

SWEET SLEEP

PSALM 4 Even though we toss and turn and fluff the pillow, we may not always fall asleep. After presenting some helpful tips, a news report concluded that there is no proper way to sleep. There are a variety of reasons why sleep eludes us, many of which we have little control over. Agitated thoughts, concern, … [Read more…]

I WRITE TO YOU FATHERS…

MATTHEW 7:9-11 Since being a father, I have had a glimpse of how God must feel about us. It is difficult to love our children unconditionally, regardless of their acts, and to wish them nothing but the best, regardless of their choices and decisions. As I see my children grow up, I know that missing out on … [Read more…]

HEAVENLY WORLD VIEW

2 CORINTHIANS 4:16-18 Fanny Crosby, also known as Frances Jane van Alstyne, was an American poet, lyricist, and composer. Despite losing her sight as a child, she went on to become a prolific hymn writer, penning over 8,000 hymns and gospel songs that have sold over 100 million copies. She is also well-known for her work … [Read more…]

MY NEIGHBOUR ON THE FENCE

ACTS 2:41-47 How would you feel if your neighbour stood or sat on the fence separating your compound from his or hers, staring into yours? I am not sure I will be comfortable watching my neighbour on the fence. While there are some justifiable reasons for physical fences, they tend to isolate us from our neighbours. As … [Read more…]