Life, Death, and Hope – A Christian Response to Suicide and Assisted Suicide. Introduction. After 57 years in my journey of faith and 54 years in ministry, pastoral, evangelistic, and teaching, I must confess, with sadness, that I cannot recall this topic ever being preached or taught upon. That, in itself, is a tragedy. Far […]
Category: Studies
Don’t Hide Your Coat – Embracing Your Spiritual Identity.
The Coat of Many Colours – A Robe of Grace and Glory. Don’t Hide Your Coat – Embracing Your Spiritual Identity. Main Scripture: “Now Israel loved Joseph more than any of his other sons, because he had been born to him in his old age; and he made an ornate robe for him.” – Genesis […]
Guardians of the Garden – Reflection on Eden, Sin, and Spiritual Responsibility.
Guardians of the Garden – Reflection on Eden, Sin, and Spiritual Responsibility. Introduction: The Echo of Eden. At exactly 5:40 a.m. during the past week, I awoke, not from a dream or disturbance, but by a distinct stirring from the Lord. It was as though the Spirit Himself had nudged me awake, calling my attention […]
Captives and Prisoners: The Difference in Luke 4:18–19 and What It Means for Christians Today
Captives and Prisoners: The Difference in Luke 4: 18 – 19 and What It Means for Christians Today. French: Écriture : « L’Esprit du Seigneur est sur moi, parce qu’il m’a oint pour annoncer une bonne nouvelle aux pauvres ; il m’a envoyé pour proclamer la délivrance aux prisonniers et le recouvrement de la vue […]
The Trap of Condemnation in Modern Preaching.
Breaking Free from the Condemnation Trap. Modern preaching is meant to proclaim good news — the Gospel of Jesus Christ brings freedom, hope, and new life. Yet, many pastors and teachers have noticed a troubling trend: sermons can slip into a condemnation trap, a pattern of communication that leaves hearers feeling judged and burdened rather […]
Living with Purpose – A Spirit-Led, Word-Rooted Life.A Practical Guide to Purpose, Alignment, and Walking with God Every Day.
Living with Purpose – A Spirit-Led, Word-Rooted Life.A Practical Guide to Purpose, Alignment, and Walking with God Every Day. Created with Purpose – Why You Exist.You Were Not an Afterthought. You were not a random product of nature. You are not a cosmic coincidence. You are not here by chance. From the very beginning, before […]
Jesus Christ Lord of All.
THE LORD of ALL. Key Verse: “He is Lord of all” – Acts 10:36 The most important truth for us as Christians is the Lordship of Jesus Christ. Jesus didn’t just come to save us – His ultimate goal was to be Lord of our lives. As Philippians 2:5-11 makes clear, God’s plan from the […]
“Beyond Self-Help – The Divine Solution to Human Lostness”
Hey there, everyone! Thanks for joining me today. We’re about to dive into a topic that might sound a bit heavy, but trust me, it’s super important for understanding who we are and why we need God. We’re talking about “the lostness of man.” Now, don’t worry – this isn’t about getting lost in the woods or anything like that. It’s about something much deeper.
A Call To Persevere.
A Call to Persevere. Introduction: Welcome, everyone. Today, we will delve into the powerful message found in Hebrews 12:1-2. These verses call us to persevere in our faith journey, urging us to remain steadfast and focused as we navigate the challenges of life. Perseverance is essential in our walk with God, as it not only […]
“A Smooth Sea Will Never Produce a Skilled Sailor”
“A Smooth Sea Will Never Produce a Skilled Sailor” Back Story: Just yesterday – Friday 26th July 2024 I was having my quiet time, and the expression “Smooth Sea Will Never Produce a Skilled Sailor” was quoted on the radio, it was 2pm. As is so often the case It immediately – and I believe […]