As I write, the fiery flowers of a Coral Tree[1] are dancing in the morning sun. It’s a “burning bush”, reminding me of how God called Moses. Jesus is calling us now, today, to “take up our cross and follow” … Continued
If you really keep the royal law found in Scripture, “Love your neighbour as yourself,” you are doing right (Jas. 2:8). It seems to me that the most diligently “policed” laws are tax laws. The South African Revenue Service’s … Continued
Blessed are those who persevere under trial, because when they have stood the test, they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. (Jas 1:12) Wayde van Niekerk’s win in the 400m at … Continued
Blessed are those whose strength is in you, who have set their hearts on pilgrimage (Ps. 84:5) I enjoyed (endured?) many lectures at Seminary but one that stood out was by a visiting academic describing her experience of “Camino … Continued
“I will do what you have asked, I will give you a wise and discerning heart” (1 Kings 3:12) King Solomon is revered for receiving wisdom from God (1 Kings 3:3-14); hence the simile “as wise as Solomon”. The … Continued
“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs” (Eph. 4:29) At our Superintendent’s training, after a presentation by the Child Care Desk, Rev … Continued
“Against you, you only, have I sinned and done what is evil in your sight” (Ps 51:4) Last week our “memory-verse” was “A fool says in his heart ‘there is no God’” (Ps. 14:1a). In last Sunday’s message we followed the … Continued
This Sundays’ story of David taking Bathsheba, wife of Uriah, disturbs us. The once beautiful eyes of the ruddy, down to earth shepherd boy darken. He sees, lusts and takes. The ideal king “after God’s own heart” has fallen; with … Continued
“The Lord declares to you that the Lord himself will establish a house for you: … Your house and your kingdom will endure forever before me; your throne will be established forever” (2 Sa 7:11–16) King David wanted to build … Continued
Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus (Phil 2:5) When I’m on leave I like to drag my family on at least one “epic” hike (for us amateurs anyway). Since I often encounter a fair bit … Continued