What if It’s Not All About You – But Him?

Are you tired of trying to prove to God that you've done enough to be on His good side? Good news! It's not all about you, it's all about Him!

Several years ago, on a snowy, gray November afternoon, I was in the mood for a tearjerker. I searched for “tearjerker movies” on Rotten Tomatoes, and a 2-star film popped up. I must admit that sometimes, I enjoy a good old-fashioned, so-bad-it’s-good movie. The reviews for this particular flick fit the bill. Within ten minutes […]

It’s not Healthy to Only Eat Once or Twice a Week

Revelations 3:20: “Behold I stand at the door and knock.  If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him, and I will dine with him and he with me.” Revelation 3:20 is commonly cited in evangelical circles during altar calls. However, it’s crucial to recognize that this verse is […]

When It’s Most Difficult to Love, He Provides

God's provision goes way beyond our needs, He provides us with supernatural grace to love and forgive.

1 John 3:22 says, “Whatever we ask we receive from him, because we keep his commandments and do what pleases him.” This is a wonderful biblical promise! However, it’s easy to take this verse out of context. We might want to claim it when we seek God’s provision, because we believe we meet the conditions of […]

Are You Addicted to Fear? Media’s Ultimate Sales Pitch

Over the last four and a half years, we’ve all learned one thing: fear sells. Every news outlet on the planet knows this. Yes,  even your favourite alternative news source. Mainstream or not, every news outlet is looking for revenue to pay their employees and to grow their sphere of influence. All outlets know they […]

Know How to Light Your Path

Remember that clinging to a single Bible verse taken out of context isn't the best way to find your direction when seeking guidance.

When we read familiar Bible verses, we can get into a rut. So, let’s read a familiar verse, “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet,” from the Message paraphrase to get a bit of a different slant on this gem. Psalm 119:105. “By your words, I can see where I’m going; they throw a […]