After completing my 2nd open-water swimming event, I reflected on my swimming journey and the reason why I started – to overcome my fear of big, dark bodies of water. Chatting to others, I soon realized that this fear was quite common. It stems from a primal fear of the unknown, the unchartered. What is… Continue reading Leviathan
A few months ago, we had to replace our car because our old car had met its untimely end in a flood. The replacement car is different both in colour and make. When I now drive around and hoot in friendly greeting at people I know, I’m met with looks of surprise or disdain. At… Continue reading Unrecognized
Nature versus nurture. A common debate. Scientifically, we can view this debate as genetics vs epigenetics. Genetics is the DNA we are born with, the unalterable part of us, and epigenetics is the expression of the underlying gene code. The field of epigenetics shows how external factors, such as stress, can affect gene expression patterns… Continue reading Nature vs Nurture
Have you ever had some really good news that you were bursting to share? Just before his crucifixion, Jesus did a dress rehearsal entry to Jerusalem. Seated on a humble donkey, Jesus gave a taste of the joy that will flood the world when he returns as king of the world. “When he came near… Continue reading Luk 19v40 – The stones will cry out
Jeep’s slogan is “live without limits”. While this sounds like fun for those seeking adventures, it’s a disaster as a life slogan. Our world is increasingly adopting this slogan. People can behave in any way they want. Define themselves in any way they want. Indulge in anything they want. But it’s not new. Thousands of… Continue reading Psa 16v6 – No limits
Some things can’t be contained. The joy of true friends’ laughter. The peace in a scene painted by a divine hand. The Love of a wedding celebration blessed by God. The emotions burst out unconfined. Love, and joy, and peace coarse through every fibre of our being, bursting out in laughter and radiant faces. “You… Continue reading Isa 55v12 – Bursting with love and joy
The lush indigenous forest was alive with a chorus of birds. A crystal clear stream gurgled happily by. Immersed in this beautiful piece of God’s creation, untouched by humans, I thought, “This is a taste of God’s coming kingdom”, and it felt exhilarating! We live in a world where human greed is polluting and destroying… Continue reading Isa 35v1 – Vision of tomorrow
Stop for a moment. Lift your hand and study it. Look at the skin covering your hand. Your skin is the organ that comes into contact with the rest of the world. It holds body fluids in, preventing dehydration, and keeps harmful microbes out—without it, we would get infections. Your skin is full of nerve… Continue reading Psa 139v14 – Wonderfully made
Awe-inspiring. We are staying at a rustic cabin nestled at the base of majestic mountains rising like giant sentinels toward the azure blue sky. The recent rains have caused multiple silky waterfalls to plummet down the steep cliffs, creating an otherworldly scene. I can see why people look at mountains and feel close to God.… Continue reading Psa 121v1-2 – Look above the mountains
Monday morning. I glance at my diary for the day. It’s packed full. I look at the time. It’s 5:27 pm. Where did the day go? Hopefully, tomorrow I will have more time. Monday morning. A week has passed. I glance at my diary for the day. It’s packed full. We are all familiar with… Continue reading Job 37v14 – Stop!