Sow in tears, reap with joy When you have almost nothing left, it’s tempting to hold tight to the little you do have. Maybe it’s time, energy, or hope. Maybe it’s something that used to feel abundant but now feels scarce. I think about Psalm 126:5-6: “Those who sow in tears shall reap with joyful […]
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Freedom Costs—Love Still Chooses
Freedom for Whose Sake? At the time of this writing, September 10, 2025, Christians across the United States hearts are heavy. Reports confirm Charlie Kirk was shot and killed while speaking at Utah Valley University. Regardless of your political opinions, Charlie Kirk’s main heart was to bring the gospel, even when it came at great […]
Discernment – Walking in Light, Not Chasing Shadows
Some people confuse an obsession with what might lurk in the darkness with the true gift of discernment. Discernment isn’t about checking under every rug for signs of the enemy. That kind of hyper-vigilance leads to exhaustion and anxiety. And honestly, it gives the enemy far too much stage time. He’s not worthy of the […]
The Light Bearers
The Light Bearers Fan into flame the gift of God 2 Timothy 1:6 Humanity’s heart held captive Groaned for release Incarcerated by darkness The memory of welcoming fire and flame The fellowship with light Now distant memory Hopelessness and resignation The only companions of a reluctant heart Redeeming light battered the prison walls Invading, encompassing, […]
Are you Forever Pursuing the Perfect Gift to Give?
I love to give my friends meaningful presents, and I am always in pursuit of just the perfect gift! Case in point: a few years ago, one of my closest friends approached a milestone birthday. I wanted to honour her, not just because she was an amazing friend, but because she was someone I greatly […]
Allow Hope to Reign in 2023
May 2023 be a year of peace, joy, and hope. May we be grounded in the sure knowledge that no matter what lies ahead in the next 365 days, God will be our anchor, provider, safe harbour, hope, and encourager. We CAN do all things through Christ who strengthens us. He will guide us through […]
Sometimes, Courage is Needed to Wait
Psalm 27:14 (NASB) -“Wait for the Lord, be strong and let your heart take courage, yes wait for the Lord.” In Hebrew poetry, repeating words or phrases would carry the same weight as the English usage of bold font or italicising words we want people to pay attention to. And the phrase that David tells […]
What If It’s Going to be Better Than You Think?
There is a whole lot of speculation going on these days. Most of that speculation is fear-based. What if.. things get worse? What if… I lose my job? What if… food and gas prices continue to soar? I’d like to offer a few alternative what-ifs for you to meditate upon today. What if… …God really […]
A Christian’s Joy Is More Than a Giddy Emotion
Christian joy is not just a giddy, light-hearted, frothy emotion. Joy is meatier than that; it has substance. It girds us up and lightens our path even through the darkest of days. “The joy of the Lord IS our strength.” Joy is not born from our past, present or future circumstances. Joy is born from […]