“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” Philippians 4:9 (NIV) The disposition of our mind and thoughts are reflective of the deeper beliefs that underpin and sculpt our thought life. I don’t … More The Gift of a Sound Mind
“You lay your hand upon me.” Psalm 139:5 (NIV) What does it mean to have our Saviour and Lord to lay his hand upon us as the verse in one of the most intimate psalms composed by David? Picture yourself with Christ laying his arm around you and hand upon you. How does it feel? … More The Loving Hand of the Lord
“The sun of righteousness shall arise with healing in His wings” Malachi 4:2 (NKJV) The title ‘Sun of Righteousness’ is a fitting title for the incarnate manifest presence of divine perfect love in human form, Jesus Christ, the saviour of our souls, the one for whom no one is beyond the touch of his tender … More The warmth of Christ’s Love
‘But you O Lord are a Shield about me, My glory and the lifter of my head’ Psalm 3:3 (ESV) For soldiers of various armies throughout history, the shield was an essential piece of equipment offering vital defence and protection from sword, spear, axe, arrow or whatever other weapon was thrown, wielded or shot from … More God my Steadfast Shield
“For the Son of Man [Jesus Christ] came to seek and to save the lost.” Luke 19:10 (NIV) Mudlarking for the Lost If ever you have wandered by the Thames river either as a visitor to or resident of London, you may witness the unusual sight of individuals intently scavenging and searching along the shore … More Loved and Found
A simple truth that remains a rock ever constant Bearing witness to divine love’s pursuit That draws from a deep well of compassion unspent Behold the One who cares for the bruised, tender shoot In the deepest twilight of the soul it still will shine And in the wastelands of pain does it sing It … More You Matter (Poem)
“Your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God. You are not your own; 20 you were bought at a price.” 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (NIV) Jesus, the living temple or tabernacle of God that was destroyed and raised again on the third day heralded the unveiling of the heart … More God Present Within Us
“The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.” John 1:14 (NIV) Jesus once said something astonishing to those Jews who objected to him clearing the temple in Jerusalem that had become a chaotic … More God With Us
“My God turns my darkness into light” Psalm 18:28 (NIV) What do you see when you look at yourself? Do you listen to the sacred voice of Father God, that calls you his own or has your mirror view been hijacked and beset by the deeds and thoughts done that cause you to recoil? When … More The Dawning Light
There is a way that has been made. It puts an end to lonely wanderings, and trades joy for broken sorrows; A path that bids those that hide to come. This dawning light; This eternal flame, Has caught those lost in hopeless darkness. The signpost reads ‘perfect love’s gift.’ Behold Christ the Way to the … More The Way (Poem)
Abba's Dearly Beloved 