2Co 12:9 – Power in the weak
Coaches like to find the best athletes and help them succeed. That’s why it’s rather surprising to hear God say, “My grace is all [&hel...
Pro 4:23 – The right start
You’ve just opened your eyes. What is the first thing you do as you wake up to a new day? Take a moment to [...
2Co 4:17 – Flowering glory
Fynbos plants, which grow in the Western Cape of South Africa, are one of the most botanically diverse in all the world. A relatively...
1Jo 2:17 – Fading away
It’s grey and dark when we board the plane. Thick storm clouds obscure the midday sun. As the plane takes off and we climb [...
Ecc 3:11 – The God hole
You have worked hard for this dream home, and finally, you have it. You have studied for years for this dream job, and now...
Jer 2:13 – Broken cistern
Fast cars, a full-on social life, beautiful homes, successful careers, social media, sports, entertainment. “For my people have committed two evils: They have forsaken [...
Gen 2:15 – Tend and keep the garden
“Then the Lord God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to tend and keep it.” (Genesis 2:15). This is [&h...
Pro 11:25 – Secret to prosperity
“I can’t provide a meal for everyone I can’t afford it.” “I am not doing the washing, it’s not my turn.” “I’m too busy […]...
Phm 1:22 – Faith Acts
Paul was in prison when he wrote the short letter of Philemon. He thanks the believers for praying for his release. But what is...
Psa 19:7-8 – It’s for us
If you are anything like me, you will at some stage, or may even still believe that God’s commandments were given by God to [...
2Co 4:16 – New inside
A friend recently had to go and help move her elderly dad into a frail care facility due to his declining health. While packing...