For since the world began, no ear has heard and no eye has seen a God like you, who works for those who wait for him! Isaiah 64:4 (NIV) Have you forgotten? Do you even care? Where are you in this situation? Are these some of the questions you are asking or perhaps yelling at … More Remembering That He is Good
“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
‘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
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)
“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)
“But we see Jesus” Hebrews 2:9 (NKJV) Dear reader, are you a keen student of fairness? I know I am. Though relatively mild mannered, nothing makes my blood boil than when I join a queue whether it is a traffic queue or queue for the checkout at a supermarket and someone pushes in! I’m sure … More Fairness Abandoned: Embracing God’s Gracious Love
“In returning and rest you shall be saved; In quietness and confidence shall be your strength.” Isaiah 30:15 (NKJV) To Wander As I stumble along a returning road to my Heavenly Father, I find breaking through like pools of sunlight through dark cloud heartfelt relief and resurrected wonder and delight as I find Jesus waiting … More The Return Journey
I lift up my eyes to the mountains, where does my help come from?My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. Psalm 121:1-2 (NIV) I was hiking in the highlands of Scotland recently and when before me I saw the vast array of the Cairngorm mountains, this psalm came to mind. When David penned … More God Given Help to Silence Life’s Mountains
Oh life’s mighty river flow, such a fluid, winding path From a days deep valley’s treacherous currents fought to tarrying in mountain top pools of elation to bathe Every moment savoured for this life’s tide is short Joy is found at every step for through it all you are not alone For the undercurrent that … More Life Currents – Poem
Abba's Dearly Beloved 