Everyone would agree that clarity is important in communication. So I wonder why would we not be clear when talking about Christmas? Increasingly we see the word ‘Holiday’ replacing the word ‘Christmas’. Is this helpful? No. It covers over the real meaning of the season….and maybe with intention. But it doesn’t mean it’s helpful. Could … More CHRISTMAS Clarity
“The gift of an open door this Christmas is a gift of giving… giving of yourself, your time, your home, your family, your hospitality, but most of all the giving of gift of love as we become open doors of love to pass right through.” Mark Wanders……….. Christmas. The most wonderful time of year. The … More Give the Gift of an Open Door this Christmas
“If you have never stood before God and been utterly confused, you are serving an idol. God is so much bigger than we could ever fathom.” Quoted by Steve Brown on Key Life. I gave it some thought… Sometimes in life things don’t make sense. We might lift our faces to God and ask ‘Why?’ … More Amidst ‘Utterly Confused’
“One of the easiest things to do is to make excuses why we don’t have time for God.” Mark Wanders, Dec. 2017 A life journey in relationship with Jesus Christ will take time and effort, and include some hard work. It will mean owning our schedule and dedicating intentional time put towards hearing what God … More My Bible, My Journal, and Owning My Schedule
A few days back I heard a CBC announcer speaking about the Terry Fox run happening this weekend. He reminded us to ponder as we run, “As you run, think of what he accomplished in his altogether short life.” September 15, 2019 marks a fortieth Terry Fox run including the first run Terry Fox initiated … More As You Run… Know You Have Hope
Fishing is not my thing. The last time I went was over 10 years ago. And in ten or more years, one’s perspective can grow and change much. When my brother texted me to join him yesterday, I was delighted. He made me feel important to join him. In reflecting on the fishing excursion, here … More 21 Things I Observed Fishing with my Brother
Not everyone who meets Jesus is commanded to follow Him in the same manner. Take two instances that are shared with us in the Gospel of Mark. In Mark chapter 5, ‘a man with an evil spirit’ meets Jesus. This man lived naked in tombs, and couldn’t be bound, though people tried – even with … More Go Tell… or Go Sell
Just say Raptors. And people get excited. They connect. They buzz about their favourite plays. What a craze. People camping out for games, taking time off work, purchasing tickets for thousands of dollars. All to see their hopes come true – the Raptors win the finals in 6! Celebrations are everywhere. Raptor gear becomes the new hip thing to wear. And for good reason. The … More Basketball…towards Hope and Purpose
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