Psalm 32:8 “I will instruct you and teach you how you should go. I will counsel you with my eye upon you.” This wonderful verse is one that many Christians cling to when they are seeking direction. But did you know that this Bible verse was a response from God to David when the warrior […]
Guidance
God Often Does His Best Work Behind the Scenes
Years ago, when an everyday person could code a website, I did a lot of work on my earliest website. I spent countless hours of work, to be honest. The work needed to be done; the old code interfered with new systems. The old code was sloppy, resulting in a need for a complete reorganisation […]
What to Do and What Not to Do While Waiting
I felt the nudge of the Spirit to continue the theme of ‘in the waiting’ this week. If you haven’t yet read the first instalment, you are welcome to read it here. We all find ourselves waiting, probably more times than we can count. We stand in a queue at coffee shops, banks, and fast […]
In the Waiting
Waiting for the fulfilment of God’s promises is never easy, and the longer you are in the waiting, the more you are tempted to fall for the lies of the enemy. “God forgot all His promises.” “You didn’t hear from God in the first place.” “What is next for you is better than where you […]
Love Well Those He Loves Well
Have you ever seen a child run with open arms to give a spontaneous hug to a perfect stranger, at least a stranger to them, if not their parents? I have, and I have been blessed to receive such hugs as well! One was bestowed upon me at a bus station by Sarah, who was […]
Sit Down, Child! God’s Calling You to Rest
Most parents know when their children are over-tired and are heading toward a major melt-down. Similarly, preschool teachers know the classic signs of an exhausted child who is desperately trying to avoid a nap. Giggles and laughter morph into manic cackles. A carrot accidentally touching meat on the dinner plate causes a temper tantrum of […]