Sacrificially stepping into God’s calling does not mean everything will be clear sailing. In fact, if Biblical narratives are any sign, the opposite seems to be the norm. However, if you study those same narratives, you’ll quickly learn that the safest place a child of God can be is in God’s loving hands during the […]
Intimidation
Peacekeeper or Peacemaker?
Matthew 5:9 – “Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.” In the 1970s and 80s, Canada sent thousands of troops worldwide on peacekeeping missions. The troops’ job was to ensure the conditions of a tentative truce were followed until lasting peace could be achieved. At the […]
Conquering Fear and Intimidation
Now, that wasn’t so hard, was it? ……Oh, yes, it was! But it was worth it! It was time to face a personal […]
Now is NOT the Time to Retreat!
Terror hit my Canadian city on a typical Saturday night in late September 2017. That night, our football stadium was full of fans of every colour and faith. Those of us who aren’t into football hoped the crowds coming out of the game wouldn’t be too rambunctious. I heard sirens go by, but I didn’t […]