Throughout the years there has been ongoing discussion about the role, value, and relevance of the prophetic ministry. These discussions have been heated at times but they have proven valuable, and when accompanied with grace, kindness and humility, they have resulted in long-term friendships. There are still issues to be addressed but in general, prophetic ministry has proved… Read More »
Whenever you feel complacent a good antidote is to turn to Hebrews 11. This historical narrative, filled with characters of every kind and inclination, is so rich with stories of God’s intervention, provision, and providential kindness that it is nothing short of breathtaking. To read about them is like gazing in wonder at Rembrandt’s enormous 3m x 4m… Read More »
Exodus 34:6, Psalm 103:8, Psalm 145:8, Psalm 86:15, Joel 2:13 I’m not surprised you visited this page? It’s a good question and it needs a serious answer. Is God angry with you? Have you ever felt like God has it out for you? Well, the good news of a sort is it’s not you. Well, it is, but… Read More »
It is a great challenge for the church to see the benchmark for anyone stepping out in authentic prophetic ministry that at the heart of their ministry, is a major emphasis on the gospel. The reason being, as Paul says, “The gospel is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes”. (Rom 1:16) We can so quickly forget… Read More »
Jabez was more honorable than his brothers; and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, “Because I bore him in pain.” Jabez called upon the God of Israel, saying, “Oh that you would bless me and enlarge my border, and that your hand might be with me, and that you would keep me from harm so that it… Read More »
The prophetic ministry feels relevant and important again. It is a bold statement and requires a little clarification, but I am feeling hopeful about what lies ahead; God is doing something amazing, and as always, he moves in unexpected ways and at unexpected times. Over the years, there have been abuses of the prophetic gift. But things (people)… Read More »
When God said that he would shake everything that could be shaken so that our confidence would rest in Christ alone, he clearly meant it. Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. And for those with wisdom, such shaking, be it on a personal, national or international scale, is for our… Read More »
Just a few words. In regard to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, media references to Johnson, Biden, Zelenskyy, and Putin occur daily, so much so that German Chancellor Scholz’s “zeitenwende” remark – a turning point in history – seems to be highly appropriate. Uncertainty and change are times of incredible opportunity. Our changing circumstances, both at work and… Read More »
You never know what is around the corner when it comes to God’s plans. During these days of Covid lockdowns and restrictions, life can be a bit mundane – but watch out! God’s providence and sovereignty and ability to transform and change circumstances may catch you on the hop! Such an encounter equally took three of Jesus’ disciples by… Read More »
Coronavirus has impacted nearly every aspect of life on the planet – and for those really troubled by it – even our dreams! We are all on a journey in God, discovering his goodness, favour, generosity, discipline and his ways and that journey continues despite the virus, and it gives us a sobering prompt to contemplate our circumstances, our… Read More »
Covid has impacted not just the church, but the entire world. In many ways it briefly put lifelong dreams, aspirations, ambitious goals and targets on hold, but then, inspired by faith, it caused many to and take a step back and take stock. As difficult as it was for so many people, it made many pause to absorb… Read More »
Rather than a time of inconvenience, Covid has been conceivably a time of preparation for something remarkable that is about to happen. Could it be that in the future we will look back on this season and thank God for it as we start to identify all the things that God did in our lives? Post-Covid Christianity is… Read More »
Do you find it intimidating when you look into the life story of Samuel, Elijah and Elisha and see these mere men hearing, seeing, discerning the very words of God, in a way that is beyond us? They audibly heard God, knew his voice, followed his leading, direction, guidance. Simply put, they knew God. A rising quest to… Read More »
AD33 was a phenomenal year, unequalled by any other year in history. In the first few months of that year((citing the Gregorian calendar here – if viewed by the Jewish Calendar it is even more breathtaking!!)) astonishing miracles happened; Ten men with the dreaded disease of the day are healed of leprosy, Lazarus is raised from the dead after… Read More »
Here’s a perplexing pebble problem; how far should you walk in your favourite, most-comfortable shoes or boots when you have a stone in them? It’s a good analogy for life. The answer of course is that you remove the stone, pebble or piece of grit straight away, but often we tolerate the smaller obstacle until a convenient time… Read More »
You are a work in progress! Character is our commitment to doing the right thing regardless of the personal cost. It’s been said that character is defined by what you do when you think no one is watching. Character involves the will to respond to values, principles and core values, rather than to the huge onslaught of appetites,… Read More »
There is a lot of interest in the subject of hearing God speaking today, and with good reason. Have you heard God speak? The Bible is clear throughout the narratives of the Old and New Testament that God is an approachable God who speaks. That is, He communicates to us in a language we understand. He communicates to… Read More »
If you do not pray, the chances are you are rarely going to be able to hear God, know His direction and guidance or experience His intimate comfort. It’s not an excuse. It is reasonable to say that no one finds prayer easy or even intuitive. The disciples, having observed Jesus at prayer come to him with the… Read More »
Just as you begin to think you have an understanding of God’s lavish and extravagant grace, you make a fresh discovery and are left stunned in wonder and amazement. It happens more and more with the passage of time. The more you understand, the more you wonder if you have even begun to grasp the basics about grace.… Read More »
It goes without saying that as Christians we want to live a life that is pleasing to God. Because of what Christ has done for us on the Cross, we have an ardent desire to live in a Scripture-honouring, Christ-exalting and God-glorifying way that not only is a pleasure to God but also demonstrates our deep commitment to… Read More »