“Come to me all you who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest!” Matthew 11:28 (NIV) Visiting our True Self There is a question which arises for many of us when we are confronted by facets of our character, personality or behaviour because of painful experiences or memories from our past that … More Embracing True Self in Christ’s Embrace – Part 1
“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
‘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)
“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
“Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.” John 1:12 (NIV) What does it mean to be adopted as sons and daughters by the living God? I don’t know about you but there are moments of pure and profound joy … More A Beloved Child in God’s Eyes
(Photo: http://www.LumoProject.com) Do you understand what I have done for you? John 13:12 (NIV) The Washer of Our Souls Picture yourself in the upper room on the night of the Passover feast where Jesus and his disciples had gathered. The feast has been prepared and is being served but before he and his disciples settled … More The Servant King’s Example
Abba's Dearly Beloved 