MY JOURNEY WITH INOPERABLE CANCER A Biblical perspective November 1, 2015. This is an update on what is taking place in our lives as we go through the process of dealing with cancer. We are full of faith and confidence in the provision, promises and presence of our Lord. Easter, 2015 Easter is my favorite… Continue reading MY JOURNEY WITH INOPERABLE CANCER
Category: Insights for Life
EXPERIENCING GOD’S PRESENCE
I remember sitting in a philosophy class at university and having little interest in what the professor was saying. Instead of listening, I began to think of the goodness and faithfulness of God. Suddenly, during the boring lecture, I was transported into another realm of experience as I was enveloped in the presence of God.… Continue reading EXPERIENCING GOD’S PRESENCE
WHY HAS ALL THIS HAPPENED TO US?
Recently, two of my close friends have been diagnosed with cancer and have been told that in the natural, there is no chance of recovery. Along with members of their families, I ask the question, “Why?” Repeatedly, in response to unexpected circumstances, we’ve asked the question, “Why?” Of course, there are no simple answers to… Continue reading WHY HAS ALL THIS HAPPENED TO US?
ANOTHER CHANCE
Betty My heart went out to Betty. She was a dedicated, godly woman who was married to a pastor. A few years into their marriage, everything went wrong. She discovered that her husband, the pastor of the church, was homosexual. He was involved with several other men and living a double life. It devastated her;… Continue reading ANOTHER CHANCE
Extravagant Love
A friend of mine recently gave his wife two dozen red roses. I thought one dozen would have been enough but he outdid all expectations and purchased two dozen! Extravagance! Two days later, they left town and gave us the roses. Carlos Rogers, who played for the Toronto Raptors, dared to do something incredible. He… Continue reading Extravagant Love
What I’ve Learned From Watching Ants!
Ants fascinate me. I’ve watched them in Asia, Africa and throughout the tropical islands. I’ve studied them in lush environments and in arid deserts. I’ve eaten ants. I’ve fought them. I’ve watched them dig a path across a golf course and ruin the putting green. While living in Kenya, our home was invaded by ants.… Continue reading What I’ve Learned From Watching Ants!
Confidence For What You Are Going Through
When I was growing up, our family was certainly not immune to life’s challenges. At times, finances were extremely low. At times, my father’s ministry was criticized and maligned. At times, things didn’t work out as we planned or expected. When we didn’t see evidence of God’s favor and blessing, we were confused, uncertain and… Continue reading Confidence For What You Are Going Through
A TIME FOR PATRIOTISM
This week sees the celebration of two national birthdays. On Sunday Canada turns 145 and on Wednesday, the United States turns 236. We love the patriotic music, fireworks displays and our national flags. Canada and the United States have much in common with the national political roots of both countries going back to Europe and… Continue reading A TIME FOR PATRIOTISM
FAULTFINDING
Suppose you invited me to your house for dinner. You send a personalized invitation and the invitation says that I will be picked up by a limo. When I arrive at the house, I’m treated like an honored guest. An attendant takes my coat and I’m shown into the living room. There’s punch with sherbet… Continue reading FAULTFINDING
GET OUT OF YOUR RUT
At times I have found myself stuck in a rut. I keep doing the same things over and over again in the same way. As a public speaker, I sometimes get in the habit of using the same vocabulary again and again. It usually indicates that I am intellectually lazy, not thinking clearly and poorly… Continue reading GET OUT OF YOUR RUT