Ambivalence in Devotion
I often wonder who reads the ‘Faith’ column in the paper, that is, aside from me and the other contributors. I figure it must be people “of faith,” because we […]
I often wonder who reads the ‘Faith’ column in the paper, that is, aside from me and the other contributors. I figure it must be people “of faith,” because we […]
Whether it is in my own life, or in the lives of the people I see around me, it is clear that lies are easy to believe. More than that, […]
Here at ZION, we recently lost a dear family member (they are all “dear,” trust me!) as she finally surrendered her fight here on earth and transitioned to the arms […]
Between the quick approach of Easter and our reminder of Christ’s passing (followed by his resurrection), and a recent family reunion, death has been on my mind. Behold! I tell […]
Have you forgotten what God has said to you? Or perhaps just set it aside for a more convenient time, only to find your promise gathering dust? I’d like to […]
Observant residents of Te Awamutu would have noticed recent demolition work on the corner of Racecourse and Ohaupo Roads. The church building that has stood on that corner since 1988 […]
Sometimes when there is something you really want to do, a cost is involved. Sometimes that cost can cause us to reconsider, and sometimes it can be discounted because we […]
It would have been easy for Jesus to approach the women in a very different way. He knew the kind of life this woman had lived before he engaged in […]
We have all likely heard the saying around not pouring out from an empty cup, or perhaps putting on your oxygen mask first. But have you ever considered that you […]
I am privileged to live on an idyllic property with sheep. In my latter years I have learnt a great deal about these creatures. I have spent some time observing […]