Truly Awesome

Those who stand in awe of the Eternal - who follow wherever He leads, committed in their hearts - experience His blessings! Psalm 128:1 Awesome is a word thrown around a lot today. I admit to having used it myself this morning when I spoke with my mum about something that had happened. But was …

As Good As It Gets

I was reading John 10 over the weekend and started thinking about the phrase - I am the good shepherd. When I read that phrase in the past I always thought Jesus was saying He was good and He was the shepherd and that makes complete sense. Jesus is good, He is perfect to be …

Security Blankets

50 Bartimaeus cast aside his beggar’s robe and stepped forward, feeling his way toward Jesus. Jesus: 51 What do you want from Me? Bartimaeus: Teacher, I want to see. Jesus: 52 Your faith has made you whole. Go in peace. In that moment, Bartimaeus could see again; and from that time on, he followed Jesus. Mark 10:50-52 This …

No Wiggle Room…

Ever held a wriggling toddler? Squirming, twisting maybe even screeching to get out of your arms and back to whatever they were doing? If you are just holding the child for the sake of holding it 'cos you need a cuddle then put it down and let it be. If you are carrying it safely …

Directions

The idea of men asking for directions is a huge joke. I don't know if it is true for all men but it's definitely true for some men I know. I don't mind stopping a stranger and asking the way. It's sometimes chance for a chat and to discover new things. I have difficulty with my …

Taken at His Word.

Why is it hard to get out of bed on dark mornings? It's the same time. I have been asleep for the same amount of time. The night didn't get shorter to deprive me of those snoozey hours. So why is it so much harder to get up when it's dark outside? I am sure …

Day by Day

There are many films about Jesus, serious, musical, and plain weird. As I sat down to write today, late for reasons I will explain tomorrow, this song from Godspell came to me. Awesome advice based on the prayer of an ancient bishop, Richard of Chichester in the 13th Century. Thanks be to Thee, my Lord Jesus Christ …