As we move into this next season, let’s not be surprised when things are messy or challenging. We need God! Let’s lean into him, as we navigate this new normal.

Wherever we may be, whatever is on the horizon, whatever comes our way, we anticipate that God is at work!

We are clinging to any sign of hope. Yet, it does not take long before we realize that these hopes are on shaky ground. Circumstances change and suddenly we are afloat, looking for another lifebuoy of hope on which to cling. Pandemics have a way of pulling back the curtain, revealing misplaced hope, and driving us deeper into the search for real hope.

My hope lies in binding myself to Jesus, above all else, and placing my hope in this greater narrative of resurrection. Resting in this hope, I can live a life of hope, even in a pandemic.

Easter & Ramadan. Is God's forgiveness given or earned?

An invitation for followers of Jesus to pray for Muslims during Ramadan, and equpping resources for prayer. 

What is the role of prayer as we look to share our faith with others?

I confess my tendency when presented with the opportunity to speak out as a witness, is to immediately consider possible consequences for engaging in the witness role. Sometimes I engage the opportunity. Sometimes I hit the mental pause button and continue on pause until the opportunity is no longer there.

The early believers experienced the full scope of the Spirit’s working and speaking.  This sensitivity to the Spirit was made possible through their steady commitment to worship and listening prayer. 

Exploring the prompting of the Holy Spirit -  in the early church & in our current neighbourhoods.

Must-see TV! Maybe not. CBS sure promoted the Oprah interview with Harry and Meghan as if it were the event of the decade. Why not? For millions of us COVID-19 captives, lurking in our houses, tired of Netflix and Prime Video offerings, this was going to be different. The promos promised the potential of a bare-knuckle brawl between the elite of the elites, with Oprah as the referee with her millions of devoted fans.

Fizzle …. Kerplunk!

Turns out this was no different than the daily news of everyday life. Two parties airing their dispute before millions of viewers.

Some of the most effective witnesses I've seen have surprised me. They don't look like what I imagine. They aren't necessarily well-educated, or financially stable, or well-established in society.

I've had the opportunity to work alongside some very fruitful witnesses, those who have seen many people choose to follow Jesus Christ, as the Holy Spirit empowered their efforts. Here's some things I've learned from watching them...