John 8:36 - So if the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed. (NRSV)On a work-related trip to the Caribbean, I opted, with five others, to visit a local maximum security male prison. I had always wanted to do this as long as I could remember, because I have...
He hopped right over to me and let me pet him. He was soft and cuddly, absolutely adorable. But most importantly, he wasn't afraid.The other wallabies in this enclosure at the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve in Christchurch, New Zealand kept their distance. A sign outside...
From a distance, it looked like a victim of last year’s hurricane. My friend Sarah, pointed. “Look at that!”, she exclaimed. I followed her finger, and saw the huge tree where half of it had been ripped off. Literally. The jagged place showed just where the wind force...
Psalm 4:8 - I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety. (NIV)Matthew 10:29-31 - Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father. And even the very hairs of...
"Be careful that you don't get curious about them after they've been destroyed before you. Don't get fascinated with their gods, thinking, "I wonder what it was like for them, worshiping their gods. I'd like to try that myself." (Deut 12:30 The Message)Have you ever...
Who would have thought that mangoes could pose a threat to your health? Well, it's actually not the fruit. It's the worms that live in the mango trees that are a menace, especially if you live in Africa. These worms are called "mango worms", and unlike the fruit, they...
I've watch the rain run free.Rain can only be held back until it gathers strength enough to move on.It refreshes and nourishes at its best.Over time it has the power to wear down stone.Overflowing it can move mountains.I've felt the wind blow.At it's best it cools,...