All four gospels speak of Jesus' baptism by John. Three of the four relate the temptation of Jesus. Only one explains to us the source of Jesus' power. It would be easy to simply glide past this critical event in Jesus' life that gave impetus to His ministry. It would...
The Order Is Important
I remember attending a service in Toronto, by a noted teacher on signs and wonders. I am not of the persuasion that these ceased with the early church. I accept the statement of Jesus, in John 14:12, 'Whoever believes in Me, will also do the works that I do, and...
The Rich In Faith
"How often is the poor man's cottage the palace of God" Have you ever been dirt poor, wondering where your next meal was going to come from? The words from the Lord's Prayer, "Give us this day our daily bread," were your words because you couldn't see beyond the...
Pleading The Fifth
We hear, from time to time, the phrase"Pleading The Fifth". It is in reference to the Fifth Amendment of the American constitution which "protects individuals from being compelled to be witnesses against themselves in criminal cases". This...
Really?
I just returned from a quick trip to Nicaragua and Guatemala. I got to meet some amazing people. I am reminded of these who are living out the principles that Jesus taught. Feeding and clothing the poor; caring for the sick; visiting those in prison; helping those...
The More Of Life
I am writing this blog from Managua, Nicaragua. I have had the privilege of spending a few days with an amazing and gifted family who have a heart and passion to bring life change to the people they serve. Managua shows all the signs of cultural changes that many in...
Downtown Eastside
"The Downtown Eastside (DTES) has long been notorious for poverty, crime and open drug use. But the situation here has never seemed worse, or more frightening. Walking through it Monday morning, I saw more than two dozen women and men sitting or lying on the filthy...
Feeling Unappreciated?
I live in the beautiful Niagara Region, an area rich in history. There are two people of note among historical figures: Laura Secord and Isaac Brock. Laura Secord is known for her walk to warn FitzGibbons of an impending attack by the Americans. General Isaac Brock is...
The Dairyman’s Daughter
“How often is the poor man’s cottage the palace of God”. These words were penned in the 1700’s from “The Dairyman’s Daughter”, about a young lady who was raised in a poor farmer’s home on the Isle of Wight. Her father, Joseph Wallbridge was a lover of truth,...
The Silent Voice – Part 2
I have appreciated the kind words shown after the last post. I think many people can relate to the silencing of the voices of what most of us would consider the majority in favor of those with political and financial clout. Some politicians glibly tell us that if we...
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