We have often heard the saying, “Large doors swing open on small hinges.” As we step into the new year, what are the small adjustments we need to make that will allow us to walk through the doorways and embrace all that God has purposed to open for us? The question is important […]
As I have had the privilege of ministering in churches in different countries, I can say with confidence that God is doing a great deal in the life of His Church. There seems to be such an increase in expectation and hunger, and a desperate desire for more. These are foundational works of […]
Col. 1:9-12: For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you. We continually ask God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives, so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and […]
Walking in the Father’s love did not come naturally to me. Because I had seen my Heavenly Father through the lenses of my earthly experience – many of them hurtful – I had a distorted view of His Fatherhood. Whenever I heard the words “God is my Father”, a […]
…and My glory I will not give to another nor my praise to carved idols. Isaiah 42:8b
We often hear about the ‘Glory of God’, so let us take a moment to consider what the glory of God is. As it is the Glory of God, it is something only God […]
A number of years ago, while living on a small farm in South Africa, my mom was visiting us from Durban. As always, these times were very precious. We were all relaxed, enjoying our time together, when suddenly, we heard some gun shots. They were very close to our home. Ken and […]
In a very complicated world – simplicity, rest and clarity are becoming treasures profoundly sought by many, but often pushed aside for the next distraction or sudden necessity that holds our attention.
As a believer, we are called by the Lord to step aside and recalibrate our hearts, and align them again with His heart. Unfortunately, […]
It is always such a joy for me to spend time in nature. No Internet, no shops close by, and no man-made distractions. Ken and I have recently been privileged to revisit Black Rhino Game Reserve in South Africa, where we stay in a lodge in the middle of the reserve, […]
Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. These are the words that kicked off the ministry of both John the Baptist (Matthew 3:2) and Jesus (Matthew 4:17). Although I knew this, the Lord really highlighted it to me again this week – and then as I studied it – I felt the […]
From my earliest memories, I have always been privileged to watch my parents enjoying dancing. In fact, one of the things that drew them together in the first place was their love of dancing. They were particularly good at it, even winning an informal competition at the City Ball. However, it was never […]
