I love a good testimony. It is exciting to hear how God moves in our lives as we step out in obedience and pray for others. I love to shout from the rooftops just how wonderful and glorious God is. However, we must always be aware that we do so in a sacred place when […]
A Tale of Two Outreaches – Love Trumps Fear
In my early twenties, I took part in two short-term outreaches within a couple of months of each other. The first outreach was to a remote area of Canada, about 9 hours northwest of where I was living at the time. I am deliberately vague as to the exact location to protect the identities of […]
By Definition, Christians follow Christ – but Do We Know Him?
I want to thank the faithful ones. Those who attend church weekly, contribute financially to various church endeavours, volunteer at church bazaars, serve on church boards, and take their turn volunteering in Sunday School. There is no doubt. Your faithful service blesses the pastors of your faith community. Perhaps you are a staff member of […]
You Don’t Find Healing By Diminishing Another Person’s Story
One of my core values is to exemplify a culture of honour through brave communication. Effective communication comprises respectful listening and not diminishing another person’s voice. By resisting the fear that you will not be heard, you build a firm foundation where you can begin effective communication. One of my greatest peeves is when a […]
It’s Easter and He is Risen!
An Ancient Easter Poem of Jubilee If any be a devout lover of God, let him partake with gladness from this fair and radiant feast. If any be a faithful servant, let him enter rejoicing into the joy of his Lord. If any has wearied himself with fasting, let him now enjoy his reward. If […]
Stop Trying to to Get People to Like You
Some people sabotage themselves by trying to prove to those from whom they seek approval that they are worthy of that approval. All that does is build walls. Most healthy people pull away from people who try too hard to seek approval, acceptance or justification. Live your life and quit seeking approval or understanding from […]