At this point in the story of God’s people, the Israelites were wandering in the wilderness, and their trust in God was fading. In Exodus 32, we read about their fall into idol worship by crafting a golden calf. This led to God and Moses’ anger at what the people
I have a good friend who has walked through immense suffering throughout her life. She lost her mother at a young age. Her marriage ended abruptly because of her husband’s unfaithfulness. She is currently journeying through single motherhood. When I think of Psalm 55:22, I think of my dear friend.
I recall as a child looking forward to Christmas with so much anticipation. Would I get the bike I was wanting? What about the new baby doll? As I grew into a teenager, I was waiting on a new outfit or piece of technology. My anticipation grew week after week
So far in the narrative of Scripture, we have seen God as Creator in that He made man and woman in His image. However, those He created quickly turned towards sin and rejected God. Then God gave hope through His promise of a Savior who would come and rescue people
One thing I often tell people, and remind myself of regularly, is that some friendships are only for a season. If you think back on your lifetime, you can recall the friendships from primary school, high school, university, or from the start of your career. You might have friends that
I grew up as the accident-prone child in our family. Even though I had two older brothers, I still was the one who had the most hospital visits, broken bones, and stitches. While I do not remember every detail of these incidents, I do remember one aspect that was the
People-pleasing has been a part of me as long as I can remember, no matter the amount of sanctification and satisfying work of Christ in my life. I continually feel pulled towards an unhealthy desire of making others happy and gaining their approval. I do not know where this comes
Though we don’t like to admit it or experience it, suffering is a reality for the Christian. We should not be surprised when it comes. In the midst of facing persecution, Peter offers pastoral care to the first century believers in a truth that is hard to comprehend and
I have just recently turned thirty. While that might not be very old to some, I will admit I feel it came on quite fast. With an increase in age, there are new things that now take up my thoughts. I have recognised I have a keen awareness of
If you were to ask me what my most precious things in life are, then my local church would be in the top three of that list, and I truly do not take that for granted. I moved to Glasgow in 2016 with the plan to stay two years, but