Running cadence is the amount of steps you take per minute. Research shows that a higher cadence reduces impact, decreases injury risk, all while preserving energy. It’s the concept of little by little. In life, we often want to take big strides, quick success and shortcuts. But, the real change is in small, consistent movements… Continue reading Little by little
Are you someone who believes God requires you to put in all the personal effort to live a life pleasing to Him? You must read his written word daily so you know how to live a holy life and try hard to follow Jesus’ example. If this is how you are trying, in your effort,… Continue reading Not by effort
The story of Jesus spending 40 days and 40 nights fasting in the desert and ignoring temptation is an amazing example of self-control and focusing on what is important. Now, whilst we won’t all have deserts we will be led into for reflection and testing, we can make a conscious effort to change our behaviours… Continue reading Self Control
Stepping into my bedroom, I was disheartened to find it in disarray, just a day after I had meticulously cleaned it. In less than 24 hours, chaos had swiftly reclaimed its territory. Clothes and towels lay strewn across the floor, the bed remained unmade, coffee cups cluttered the desk, and laundry lingered, waiting to be… Continue reading Deu 6v6-7 – Intentional Living
Proverbs 15:19 states, “The way of the lazy man is like a hedge of thorns, but the way of the upright is a highway.” This highlights an important concept: work was actually God’s idea. Notable figures like Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, Lydia and even Jesus had jobs. All work requires mental and physical effort, which is… Continue reading Pro 15v19 – The lazy man
The Bible often points to lessons for us that can be gleaned from nature. Solomon was a dedicated naturalist: He spoke about plant life and animals and birds, reptiles and fish. Proverbs 6:6 is one example: “Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise!” Here, King Solomon challenges a lazy person… Continue reading Pro 6v6 – An ant lesson
In Proverbs, Solomon writes, “The beginning of wisdom is: acquire wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.” (Proverbs 4:7) This might sound a bit strange, but I think the key lies in the meaning of the word “acquire”. The Hebrew word suggests an intense desire to own, buy, or attain something. So, Solomon’s… Continue reading Pro 4v7 – Intense Desire
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” (Matthew 5:8). What an amazing blessing from Jesus. But our hearts are not pure; as we read in Romans 3:10, “There is none righteous, no, not one.” So how is this possible? David gives the answer; “Create in me a pure heart, O God,… Continue reading Mat 5v8 – You can see God
The Rugby World Cup quarter-finals. The tension, the stress. South Africa win by one point. The excitement! The Rugby World Cup semi-finals. The tension, the stress. South Africa win by one point. The exhilaration. The Rugby World Cup finals. The tension, the stress. South Africa win by one point. The euphoria! It’s just too 1DERFUL!… Continue reading 1Co 15v57 – Won by (the) One!
Mud, mud, mud. That’s all we have seen as weeks later, after a severe flood, we continue to clean our house. While some things like chairs and floors are easier to clean, carpets and duvets are nearly impossible. The mud just goes in everywhere. No matter how hard you scrub, there’s just no getting them… Continue reading Rom 6v23 – Uncleanable