reflecting my eclectic (and sometimes erratic) life
One of the most revealing questions we can ask ourselves isn t, What do I own? but, What do I treasure? Jesus knew that what captures our hearts will eventually shape our lives. That s why, when he told the story of the rich farmer, he wasn t condemning success or hard work. He was exposing the danger Continue reading Treasure and Towers
The World Cup has a way of capturing our imagination. For a few weeks, people from every continent are united by the same excitement, the same hopes, and the same dreams. Every match reminds us that talent matters, but so do teamwork, discipline, perseverance, and courage. The greatest players don t succeed on their own. Behind Continue reading The Beautiful Game of Faith
Our Gospel reading in Matthew 13:1–9 18–23 is one of Jesus best-known parables, yet it s one that never stops asking searching questions. We often hear it as a story about four different kinds of people. But perhaps Jesus is inviting us to ask something much more personal: What kind of soil is my heart Continue reading What Kind of Soil?
Whoever welcomes you welcomes me, and whoever welcomes me welcomes the one who sent me. Matthew 10:40 Jesus has a remarkable way of elevating the ordinary. In these closing verses of Matthew 10, he isn t speaking about grand achievements, spectacular miracles or impressive acts of faith. Instead, he speaks about welcome. A door opened. A Continue reading Opening Hearts to Everyone
Father’s Day can stir gratitude, but also memory, absence, and complexity. The Bible doesn’t smooth that out, it places human fatherhood alongside the reality of a Father who s always faithful. Here s three Bible readings from the Lectionary that reflect this. In Genesis 21:8–21, Abraham’s fatherhood is painfully imperfect. He provides for Ishmael, yet sends him Continue reading Known by the…
It s easy to look at the world around us, or even at our own lives, and focus on what s difficult, uncertain, or disappointing. Sarah certainly had her reasons for doing that. When she overheard God s promise that she d have a son in her old age, she laughed. It seemed absurd. Humanly speaking, it was impossible. Continue reading Joining God s Mission Today
Assertiveness is often misunderstood. Many people assume it means being forceful, outspoken, or even aggressive, as long as those actions are wrapped in good intentions. Yet Christian assertiveness looks very different. It s better understood as servant assertiveness, a way of relating to others that s shaped by humility, compassion, and respect. Rather than demanding to be Continue reading…
I recognise the month of June as Pride Month and stand proudly alongside my brothers and sisters in the LGBTQ+ community. For me, Pride is more than a celebration; it s an opportunity to affirm the dignity, worth, and humanity of people who have too often faced prejudice, exclusion, or misunderstanding. It s a reminder that every Continue reading Personal Statement: Pride Month
Here are some devotional reflections I ve written for my 72nd birthday: The passing of years has a way of sharpening what matters most. Looking back, I can see that life has never been a journey travelled alone. Through seasons of joy and sorrow, certainty and doubt, strength and weakness, God has remained faithful. The psalmist Continue reading Growing Older With Purpose
Psalm 121 reminds us where to look when life feels uncertain, heavy, or overwhelming. The psalmist writes, “I lift up my eyes to the hills, where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth”. In times of struggle, our instinct is often to look around for Continue reading Hope Beyond the Hills