The First commandment – a simple truth, an impossible command and an endless journey into the heart of God.

To love God with all our heart, all our soul, all our mind and strength appears to be a simple truth, an impossible command that requires an endless journey into the heart of God. However, Jesus has had me on a journey of discovery to capture my heart with something I cannot understand (Ephesians 3:19).… Continue reading The First commandment – a simple truth, an impossible command and an endless journey into the heart of God.

Jesus Christ – we can love the Man, but we must adore God.

This whisper from Jesus speaks of our heart engagement with Him, learning to live in His presence and understanding this spiritual relationship with Jesus, that governs our walk in this present kingdom. Jesus said this was the most important thing (Matthew 22:36-37). I was surprised by the word ‘adore’. I have been so focused on… Continue reading Jesus Christ – we can love the Man, but we must adore God.

(In)visible Signs – “WATCH THEREFORE”

The world has changed dramatically. Does the Bible give us any insights into this change? Recently, I have seen some Christian interviews where the guest was asked to explain the dramatic changes that were occurring in the world and whether scripture explained the observed changes. Their answers were disappointing, rambling and lacked any scriptural evidence… Continue reading (In)visible Signs – “WATCH THEREFORE”

Faith – learning to live in relationship with God. Part 2

We are examining the majesty of the fruit of the Spirit to delve into the first commandment relationship with God. To learn His presence, to understand our spiritual relationship with Him and to see how God refines our character for the weight of glory that is to come (2 Corinthians 4:17). This relationship is described… Continue reading Faith – learning to live in relationship with God. Part 2

The Forgotten Gospel (part 1)

INTRODUCTION Do you know God’s strategic plan? I believe it has a title and structure according to scripture. The title is the ‘Gospel of the Kingdom’ expressed by Jesus (Matthew 24:14), the disciples (Matthew 4:23; Matthew 9:25) and Paul (Acts 20:25). Furthermore, Jesus mentioned the Kingdom over 120 times and the Kingdom of God over… Continue reading The Forgotten Gospel (part 1)

The Glory of God (Day 3 of 4)

Recap yesterday... FOURTH LENS: REDEMPTION  The glory and qualities of first love Matthew 22:37 - Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ There is a great treasure waiting for us; to know the Father and the Son Jesus Christ (John 17:3). It… Continue reading The Glory of God (Day 3 of 4)

The Righteous Shall Live by Faith (part 4)

Lesson 5 The blessings of the testing of faith are for the present and the future. Some Key Scriptures: BLESSINGS FOR THE PRESENT:   “My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience.” - James 1:2-3 “we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces… Continue reading The Righteous Shall Live by Faith (part 4)