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…]
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…]
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…]
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…]
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…]
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…]
JUDE 20-25 It is never easy to get children to dress up for special events. They may appear to be without parents after being all freshened up. They may start running around with their shirts half-untucked, spectacles crooked, shoes dented, and biscuit crumbs all over their outfits. I am not sure if we all look like that … [Read more…]
LUKE 24:44–53 The gods’ actions in the heavens above impacted the earth below, according to the Roman mythology of Jesus’ day. Thunderbolts were released whenever Zeus became angry. The ancient formula was, “As above, so below.” However, Jesus had a habit of reversing this. As below, so above, He taught. When a believer prays, God responds. Angels … [Read more…]
MARK 6:50 What happens when you are afraid? Does your heart race? Do you get out of breath easily? Fear makes our bodies react in various ways that keep us from being able to disregard our worries and stress. I presume such feelings were felt by Jesus’ disciples the night after He fed over 5,000 people … [Read more…]
1 PETER 5:5-9 Ships were frequently overloaded in the nineteenth century, resulting in their sinking and the loss of their crews at sea. To prevent ships from becoming overburdened, a British politician named Samuel Plimsoll introduced a legislation in 1875 that required every ship to bear a distinctive marking on both sides. This mark had … [Read more…]
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