Driving between the cities of Baku and Ganji in Azerbaijan requires crossing a desert. We managed the trip once; it was an incredibly hot day....
Fast or Feast?
In an unusual occurrence, today is both Ash Wednesday and Valentine’s Day. So what should you do? Start fasting or go out and celebrate?Ash Wednesday...
The Most Important Question
I was once asked to visit a lady in her early forties who was dying of cancer. She was the neighbour to one of our...
Dreams
When do we stop dreaming? As children, it was natural to dream about the future and what we might be when we grow up. We...
Kangeroos and Burning Bushes
Amazon delivery driver Alexis Prochniki thought she was seeing things last week as she was driving her route through southern Ontario, Canada. At first, she...
Giving Praise
“Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name; worship the Lord in the splendor of his holiness.” Psalm 29:2I wonder how much time, in an average week, we spend ascribing...
New Habits For A New Year
One of the most helpful books I read last year was James Clear’s Atomic Habits. I’ve been thinking about it again as 2024 begins. Often,...
Until The Day Of Christ Jesus
I trust that you have been able to enjoy some time this Christmas with family or friends. This week is often a time to relax,...
Time For Christmas
Many people no longer make the connection between Christmas and Christ, however, Christmas Day remains a prominent holiday. Most folks think it is a time...
Waiting For His Appearance
I haven’t always understood the Advent Season. It really wasn’t a part of my church liturgy growing up. Advent was seen as more of a...