In Canada, we celebrate our Thanksgiving on the second Monday in October. It’s the day where we give thanks for our family, friends, and provision. Many people mistakenly believe that our Canadian Thanksgiving is just a copy of the American Thanksgiving holiday. Canadians do share many of the same traditions as our neighbours to the south […]
The Cross – Our Muster Point
Ephesians 4:1-5 -“I, therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. There is one […]
Sit Down, Child! God’s Calling You to Rest
Most parents know when their children are over-tired and are heading toward a major melt-down. Similarly, preschool teachers know the classic signs of an exhausted child who is desperately trying to avoid a nap. Giggles and laughter morph into manic cackles. A carrot accidentally touching meat on the dinner plate causes a temper tantrum of […]
How Sturdy is Your Spiritual Tent?
Psalm 91:1 – “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.” I am neither a seasoned camper nor am I a structural engineer, and yet, even I know a few things about tents. Tent owners need to read all the instructions provided. It’s just as […]
Are You Just Gathering Followers or are You Making a Difference?
I’ve been active on the Internet since 1992, and I continue to marvel at the rapid transformation and growth of this incredible communication tool. Back then, I dipped my toes in Social Media through online interest groups that were text-based. These gave way to hosted bulletin boards that gave way to the era of personal […]
Is It Time to Grow Up and Stop Being Petty?
James 4:2 (NLT) – “You want what you don’t have, so you scheme and kill to get it. You are jealous for what others have, and you can’t possess it, so you fight and quarrel to take it away from them. And yet the reason you don’t have what you want is that you don’t […]
God Knows Your Name But Do You Know Your Neighbour’s Name?
God knows you; he knows your name; he knows you better than you know yourself. He pays attention; he notices things. God’s not just making a list of all the areas of your life that need fixing though! He’s genuinely interested in your thoughts, your desires, and your dreams. By a single glance, your Heavenly […]
Mind Your Christianese Language
Are you expecting everyone in your world to speak your language? Don’t you think that’s a bit unfair? John 13:34-35 – “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are […]
Nothing Can Separate Us From The Love Of God In Christ Jesus
Nothing Can Separate Us From The Love Of God In Christ Jesus! Facing continuing economic crisis, increasing persecution against Christianity, devastating weather, health crises, family hardships, homelessness, or anything else? Remember this truth. Nothing can separate us from God. Absolutely nothing. God’s love is fierce, it is not passive, it is not disengaged. No matter […]