Do you ever read some of the stories in the Old Testament and think the ancient anecdotes are outdated in our modern world? Like the Israelites worshipping a golden calf near Mt Sinai (Exodus 32:8) – a physical golden calf seems irrelevant today, as things like smartphones and social media become the new symbols for… Continue reading Bull market
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
King Belshazzar was hosting a banquet using the gold and silver goblets from the temple. Amid the feasting, a hand wrote on the wall – “MENE, MENE, TEKEL, UPHARSIN”. Only Daniel, a prophet of God, could interpret the message. Because of his behaviour, God was bringing King Belshazzar’s reign to an end and giving His… Continue reading Dan 5v23 – The writing is on the wall
Everyone likes a hero. A person admired for their courage and outstanding achievements. It’s the genre of many popular movies. But outside of movies, we also have heroes, from sports heroes to political heroes to cultural heroes. They are people who, in our eyes, are amazing. Take a moment and think about who you consider… Continue reading Psa 16v2-3 – My Heroes
Over Christmas, some people, between the festivities, go to church. Some even give gifts to the poor. It may only be once a year, but at least we are doing something good. Or, for others who are regular churchgoers, we might think, “At least I attend church every week”. But, whether it’s weekly or annually,… Continue reading The festive spirit
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
Who did the nation of Israel worship during their 40 years in the wilderness? You might answer Yahweh, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The great “I Am” God who brought them out of Egypt. Who parted the sea. Who gave them the Ten Commandments. However, that’s not the correct answer. God says –… Continue reading Deu 4v39 – Who is your god?
What are the names of the gods you worship? Fame? Success? Praise? Pleasure? Money? Do these gods, and our pursuit of them, draw us closer to or further away from a relationship with our Heavenly Father? As Israel entered the promised land, Joshua warned them sternly. “But if your heart turns away and you are… Continue reading Deu 30v19-20 – Choose life
Imagine you receive an amazing job offer. The salary and perks are so good. It’s like a feast of good things. You crave to have it! What do you do? Accept it, of course. Yet we may forget that no one gives without expecting much more in return. This “feast” may cost more than we… Continue reading Pro 23v1-3 – The job offer
Devotion. We can be devoted to many things. Sports. Social media. Career. Family. A pretty good indicator of our devotion is what we spend time on. However, the word devotion carries a deeper meaning. Its original meaning is the “act of consecrating by a vow”. This means that devotion is about worship and promise. And… Continue reading Col 4v2 – Devoted