A dreadful question posed under duress by a robber to an unsuspecting victim. What a question! Would anyone in their right senses choose money over life, knowing that giving
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Having Difficult Conversations
I came across this quote recently, and it gave me a chuckle: “Having one child makes you a parent; having two makes you a referee; three or more? You’re basically
Read moreLiving for the Long Haul
“Would you tell me, please, which way I ought to go from here?” “That depends a good deal on where you want to get to,” said the Cat. “I don’t
Read moreThe Gift That Keeps On Giving
Recently, while preparing to teach a Sunday school class about the story of Christmas, I had to gather a pile of old Christmas cards for an icebreaker activity. The goal
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Anxiety and depression, amongst other mental health related issues, are slowly gaining awareness in our society today. What was unconsciously considered a taboo or a matter to be discussed in
Read moreWhat Causes Fights and Quarrels Among You?
Whether as couples, co-workers, friends or just living life, we all have to deal with conflicts. How can we handle conflict in a way that builds up, brings peace, and
Read moreA Call For Discipleship
“I do what I do because I want what I want.” Though not original to me, that axiom speaks for me. Chances are, it does for you, and perhaps
Read moreThe Blessings of Belonging
“Desperate times call for desperate measures.” Indeed, they do! Over the past year, the world has experienced life very differently from normal, not the least Christians who have had
Read moreThinking of Myself Less
“I can do it myself!” asserts a determined toddler, who could do with a bit of help, but adamantly refuses the offer. “It’s my way or the highway!” lashes out
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Piling up in supermarkets and online stores, chocolate eggs are one of the most visible cues that Easter is around the corner. Stacked up in all their chocolatey glory,
Read moreA Tale of Two Advents
You need not be a genius to come up with a few rightful contenders for the ‘Word of the Year’ 2020. If your guess has anything to do with a
Read moreBite-Size Discipleship
“Little drops of water, little grains of sand, make the mighty ocean and the beauteous land.” – Julia Carney. In the short run, it’s often hard to see the impact
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