Monthly Archives: May 2021

Waiting in the bible is an action. At the same time, waiting is passive – to be still. So how is it that the same word can both mean to be still and to act? As much as God wants to be the one to get the glory for what He accomplishes in your life,Continue reading “The oxymoron of active waiting and the privilege of participating in the enactment of God’s promises.”

When was the last time you rejoiced at something? I am not talking about laughing, but truly rejoicing, celebrating, being joyful about something or someone? I think our lives are filled with mundane tasks that often seem irrelevant and we don’t even seem to find joy in those. We take many things for granted. WeContinue reading “Rejoice always!”

Sin, the condition that separates us from a Holy God. Sin, the action of doing anything contrary to the commandments and will of God. Sin, the blatant disobedience to God which often looks good and quite frankly at times feels good. So much can be said about this powerful force that is in us. ItContinue reading “The depth of the love of God.”

I want to talk about humility today. I know this word is not very popular in our culture. For some, even the thought of it makes them cringe. I don’t know how we got to that. Humility comes from the Latin word humilis which means “low” (Merriam-webster). Therefore, humility in its simplest form can beContinue reading “The way of excellence”

The concept of reward although present in the old testament does not seem to be as frequently mentioned as it is in the new testament. Starting from the gospels to the epistles, the idea of Christians being rewarded is quite ubiquitous. But what is the reward to be looking forward to? Who gives us theContinue reading “Receiving our reward.”