The Christmas season is upon us again and with it all sorts of nice Christmas stories. One of my favourite is the The Grinch Who Stole Christmas by Dr Seuss (1957). The Grinch hates Christmas and wants to stop it from coming. So he forms a devious plan: to impersonate Santy Claus and to steal the Whos’ Christmas presents. … Continue reading The REAL Christmas Story (Pt.1)
What if the Three Wise Men Were Women?
What would have happened if it had been three Wise Women instead of three Wise Men? They would have asked directions, arrived on time, helped deliver the baby, cleaned the stable, made a casserole, and brought practical gifts, and there would be peace on earth. But what they would have said when they left...? "Did you … Continue reading What if the Three Wise Men Were Women?
A Social Network Christmas
Here's a clever clip from www.ignitermedia.com - a Social Network Christmas. It's an artistic take on how the story of the nativity night. Enjoy ... Without the birth of Christ, it would always be winter, but never Christmas. [C.S. Lewis]
Christmas Joy
Regardless of personality, most people when asked what they want out of life usually answer something like, "I want to be happy" (in addition to world peace, of course). We want to experience positive feelings. As a result, for many people, life is a pursuit towards happiness. We try to find happiness in a number … Continue reading Christmas Joy
Faith for the New Year
Today begins a new year - a new season and a new part of our journey. It's not time to press 'Rewind' then 'Repeat.' It's time to move forward - into new things. Uncharted territory. New horizons. New experiences. We haven't been this way before ... so we must stay in step with the Spirit. … Continue reading Faith for the New Year
Easter Weekend (2011)
Easter is here again and with it comes the hot-cross buns, the Easter bunny, the delicious chocolate eggs in all shapes and sizes, the mega sales to tempt any credit-card carrying buyer and the coveted long week-end holiday. But in the midst of the rush, what does it all really mean? For the Christian church, … Continue reading Easter Weekend (2011)
Good Friday (2011)
Over this weekend, Christians all around the world will celebrate the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Tomorrow is called ‘Good Friday’, a time to remember the suffering and death of Jesus Christ. What’s so good about Friday? Firstly, Good Friday reminds us that God is a loving God. He loved us so much … Continue reading Good Friday (2011)
Reflections on the Year 2010
Today is the last day of 2010 and soon another year will be history and another year (and decade, depending on how you count) will have begun. Each year we all become a little older and life moves forward. I turned 49 this year, so next year is the big 50. Our oldest son got married … Continue reading Reflections on the Year 2010
Inside the Christmas Story
There are lots of things to like about Christmas - the time with family, the holidays, the gifts, the carols, the lights, and the good food. What I like most is the Christmas story itself. Unfortunately, because most of us have heard the story so many times, it can lose it's impact and meaning, simply … Continue reading Inside the Christmas Story
Christmas Day 2010
Tomorrow is Christmas Day and millions of people around the world will be celebrating the arrival of Jesus Christ into our world over 2000 years ago. Jesus changed the course of history and demonstrated the unfathomable love of God for broken humanity. Christmas is about God's amazing love for us - undeserved and unearned.We love … Continue reading Christmas Day 2010
Happy Father’s Day!
Today is Father's Day here in Australia. I pray that all the dads have a terrific day. I am thankful for my own dad and his influence on my life. He was an orphan so he grew up without a father his entire life. Thankfully, he came to know God as his heavenly Father and … Continue reading Happy Father’s Day!
Easter Weekend
Easter is here again and with it comes the hot-cross buns, the Easter bunny, the delicious chocolate eggs in all shapes and sizes, the mega sales to tempt any credit-card carrying buyer and the coveted long week-end holiday. But in the midst of the rush, what does it all really mean? For the Christian church, … Continue reading Easter Weekend
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year everyone! I pray that this year is one of God's further work in and through each one of our lives. May we live in such a way that brings praise and honour to God's name and to extend his kingdom work in the earth. Thanks again for your interest in this blog … Continue reading Happy New Year!
Easter 2009
Easter is here again and with it comes: an increase in church attendance (for those with any sort of faith), a four day weekend (got to love that!), the mega sales to tempt any credit-card carrying shopper, hot-cross buns, the Easter bunny and chocolate Easter eggs in all shapes and sizes. Easter is an annual … Continue reading Easter 2009
April Fool’s Day
Today is April 1st, commonly known as April's Fool's Day. The online encyclopedia, Wikipedia, outlines the history of this light-hearted day and you also might enjoy a list of the Top 100 April Fool's Day hoaxes of all time, pulled off on this day throughout history. Watch out for any tricksters! P.S. For a few extra morbid … Continue reading April Fool’s Day