Ruth 4:6 New International Version (NIV) At this, the guardian-redeemer said, “Then I cannot redeem it because I might endanger my own estate. You redeem it yourself. I cannot do it.” For meditation He readily accepted to buy Elimelech’s field Naomi was selling, as Boaz wisely put it before the elders of the town (Ruth 4:2-12). … Continue reading Maybe Not …

Ecclesiastes 3:1 New International Version (NIV) There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens For Meditation Today is a day for reflection. It’s a day with its peculiar activities. At midnight, every activity for Saturday 22 July 2017 will cease, and we’ll bid today, goodbye. A new season will … Continue reading A Day for Reflection

Mark 2:11 New International Version (NIV) “I tell you, get up, take your mat and go home.” For meditation It was a simple thing for Him, but they could not perceive it. The creative Word of God stood in human flesh before them; but the teachers of the law refused to recognize Him. Not that … Continue reading The Power and Authority of God’s Word

2 Kings 5:12 New International Version (NIV) “Are not Abana and Pharpar, the rivers of Damascus, better than all the waters of Israel? Couldn’t I wash in them and be cleansed?” For Meditation “I can’t believe you, Kwame. After all your education, how could you believe that somebody’s death can save you?” my friend said. He … Continue reading Where Pride Could Take You

1 John 1:9-10 New International Version (NIV) If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. If we claim we have not sinned, we make him out to be a liar and his word is not in us. For meditation King David's confession in Psalms 32:1-11 … Continue reading The Best Deal Ever

John 12:5 New International Version (NIV) Why wasn’t this perfume sold and the money given to the poor? It was worth a year’s wages. For meditation A tragedy of life! All of us have been victims of the comments people make about our actions, or the poisonous impressions they create, which dampen our spirits and … Continue reading They Will Talk Anyway

Acts 12:15 New International Version (NIV) “You’re out of your mind,” they told her. When she kept insisting that it was so, they said, “It must be his angel.” For meditation “Just put in your CV and let’s see how it turns out. No harm in trying, is there?” That sounds like lottery to me … Continue reading The Zechariah Syndrome

Genesis 45:1 New International Version (NIV) “Have everyone leave my presence!” For meditation Dealing with our past hurts is one of the best ways to calm the raging storms in our hearts that nobody sees, and to clear the fog that screens our bright and joyful life in Christ Jesus. It's a painful process, but … Continue reading Dealing With Your Past

Matthew 11:28 New International Version (NIV) Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. For Meditation I remember the period of unimagined disturbances in our church twelve years ago. A particular family determined to have me for lunch with them after every challenging meeting, and to rest in … Continue reading Authentic Rest