I have been a committed follower of Jesus for many years and love to write about subjects close to my heart. I recently spent a year attending the School of Ministry at Catch the Fire Church, Toronto, after several years of studying at University and working in a secular job in the UK. This blog is the fruit of a journey of discovery and encounter of a God who really does desire precious intimacy with us and whose son Jesus died not only to redeem us but also to give us a new and transformed identity from shame to that of beloved sons and daughters united with Jesus. Therefore my desire is that whether you are a follower of Jesus or do not know him, this blog may help you discover the profound realities of God's Father heart of love, justice and compassion and his deep desire for you and that in accepting Jesus, you know the truth of who you now are in God's eyes: His beloved and accepted child.
The Lost Sheep: Where Oh Lord could I find you When need for you to show was most dire Your silence became such a painful trial And from earnest cries where is your answer? The Good Shepherd: Lean in beloved, draw close for I am always near You think your way is hidden from me … More The Good Shepherd’s Answer (Poem)
“And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ,” Ephesians 3:17-18 (NIVUK) What is it to experience the flood? It is not the biblical flood of Noah’s day … More The Flood
Such a fragile vessel of Earthen ware I have humbly discovered myself to bear but chipped and worn though I may be My makers stamp adorns me for all to see His intricate work of a design unique Has moulded each person to silently speak Great praise and glory of the creator’s hand His artists … More The Vessel’s Treasure (Poem)
Yield yourself time and space to be Rest then a while and you will see The fog dispersed of yesterdays regret and the evaporation of tomorrows fret Here and unshrouded your mind’s view will assess The home of true worth in Christ, will in you manifest At the sound of His voice who caused the … More Enter Beloved Rest (Poem)
Christ’s Nonexclusive Invitation to Friendship: The Testimony of Zacchaeus When Jesus reached the spot, he looked up and said to him “Zacchaeus, come down immediately. I must stay at your house today.” Luke 19:5 (NIV) One of the most powerful things that draws people in friendship and fellowship to Jesus is his heart to welcome, … More Breaking Bread with Jesus Part 2
“You Prepared a Table Before Me…” Psalm 23:5 (NIV) The Saviour’s Invitation Can you picture yourself sitting at a table that God has laid before you? This is not an empty table but is a feast of fellowship prepared by God in the presence of your enemies. What do you make of this scenario? When … More Breaking Bread with Jesus Part 1
When the grey waters of endless seas become my prevailing view And high waves toss my focus away from you When my heart seems as a stranded ship and doubt seems imminently due There your love will find me faithful Father, your hands will hold me true Where a parched wasteland of desert sand feels … More Not Lost to You (Poem)
“But he [God] said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness”” 2 Corinthians 12:9 (NIV) Jesus: Our Inescapable Need Let’s face it finding yourself in a place of a behaviour, emotion, thought or physical characteristic that you or those around you consider weak, it is not … More Encountering The Power of God’s Love in Weakness
“This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us.” 1 John 3:16 There is an old children’s story called ‘The Giving Tree’ written by Shel Silverstein over half a century ago. The story basically follows the story of an apple tree and a boy who become friends and … More A child of Abba, Father
“They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendour.” Isaiah 61:3 Nailed with Jesus to the two pieces of wood that formed the cross or “tree” was the fruit of disobedience and shame of Adam and Eve and through them all humanity that had come from … More Living Seeds Part 2
Abba's Dearly Beloved 