Archive for April, 2007

Connected

April 18th, 2007

This simple statement has been rolling around in my brain the last few days…
The great heroes of faith are ordinary people, who are connected to an extraordinary God
That statement rings true with me. We may have certain gifts and abilities that the Lord has given us, but ultimately it is only when we are [...]

Pressing in, not on

April 16th, 2007

I’ve been quite busy the last week or so, so there hasn’t been too much blogging on my part. I have been pressing in to God, rather than pressing on my keyboard!
I have a couple of things in the pipeline which I am keeping before the Lord. Both of which have me excited and expectant [...]

Why I love Easter

April 7th, 2007

One of the reasons I really love Easter is that it is one of those times when you can step back from the business of life and really, really stop for a while!
While I celebrate the Easter message of Jesus’ death and resurrection for me every day of the year, there is something special about [...]

A vision of the cross

April 6th, 2007

Several years ago I was in my study preparing a message for communion. As I was praying God gave me a vision of the cross of Christ. Being Good Friday I thought I would share it today…
I was suddenly transported away to another place and another time. When I opened my eyes I was looking [...]

Strengths & weaknesses

April 5th, 2007

When I have attended job interviews in the past I have always been asked about what my strengths and weaknesses are. It is a simple question, but one I find it hard to answer. I find it easier to speak about my strengths and positive things about myself and harder to touch on my weak [...]

Lines in the sand

April 5th, 2007

I’ve been pondering lately about the times in our lives when we draw lines in the sand. You know when we say from now on this or that. It is usually about making a decision and taking action.
I was thinking about times when I have said that with God. I have drawn a line in [...]