“Punish them with the rod.” These words, which at first sound harsh, are actually Solomon’s. But there’s more to it. He says, “Punish them with the rod and save them from death.” (Proverbs 23:14). This certainly changes our perspective. Often, we focus only on the rod, not realizing what it’s saving us from. We see… Continue reading Pro 23v14 – The saving rod
While skiing the other day, we saw a small kid skiing, attached to a harness, with the parent holding on tight. The rope was long enough for the kid to feel like he was flying down the slope, but he knew he would never lose control down the hill because his mom, quite literally, had… Continue reading Pro 3v26 – Attached to God
Your five-year-old son runs into the house and asks you for a drink of water. Will you give him poison? It’s a crazy question. Of course not. We will give him clean, pure water to quench his thirst. You are completely stressed out, unsure of what to do and not sleeping well. You are so… Continue reading Luk 11v13 – Giving Good Gifts
I’m Jack CEO at TDX. I’m Sally, Headmistress at Park High. I’m Julie from Sydney. What is your identity? Is it, what you do, where you stay, your role as a parent? These identities may not last and when they end, one can often be left feeling bereft and lost. Who am I? Why am… Continue reading 1Jo3v1 – My Identity
I have a niece who has twin baby boys. Her boys are active and full of life, but when they are upset or anxious, only one thing calms them down – to be breastfed by their Mom. In her embrace, they are calm and absolutely content. The peace and satisfaction are immediate. When David compares… Continue reading Psa 131v2-3 – Like a baby
I was paying for parking at the pay station next to which stood a parking attendant. Seeing her holding a wad of cash, which she had cleared from the machine, I held out my hand, saying I would accept R50 for parking here. Seeing her confusion, I jokingly quipped, “You don’t pay us to park… Continue reading Mat 5v48 – Like Dad
I watched a YouTube video of a travel couple trying a new technique that had been proven to make you happier, give you better sleep and a range of other benefits. All you have to do is sit in the sun for a few minutes after waking up. This is due to the effect sunlight… Continue reading Luk 1v78-79 – Son light
Life is complex and full of issues and challenges. We struggle to solve our problems. We wrestle with anxiety. We carry heavy burdens. Yet amid all this, young children have total peace and joy. They live in faith and trust. And this trust is abundantly answered. They provide nothing for themselves, and yet everything is… Continue reading Luk 18v17 – The Father’s house