My Place in Space
I was thinking how sad my life would be if I only noticed the bad, ugly and wrong in life, that would not be good. “What would not be good, child?” Jesus asked. “All the hardship and pain or the fact that it is the only thing you would notice?” “I think both, Lord. What …
Holy Ground
“Lord, Jesus, it seems that the devil is using his power lately over people in a most disturbing way.” “Christians and Jews are killed by non-believers. Young girls are getting trapped as sex slaves. People are tortured, humiliated and hurt for financial benefit or just for the fun of it.” “It seems the evil-doers are …
Show Yourself
“Who are you?” “I am Char…” “No, I don’t mean your name, I mean what are you? “Lord, Jesus, I am a human being, consisting of body, soul and spirit.” “Why then, My child, is it possible for you to communicate with Me?” “I suppose it is because of my spirit, Lord?” “No, it is …
The Power in our Hands
Dark thunderclouds rolled in from the south. The wind picked up speed. Thunder and lightning proclaimed the extent of the approaching threat. Soon, the sound of hail smashing down on rooftops close by could be heard. Birds franticly flew around seeking shelter. Gareth put his hands into the air and started to pray, “Lord, let …
A Cold Breeze
We confess to be believers, followers of Jesus Christ, and yet, often we feel a cold breeze of unhappiness folding down on us. A long time ago Jesus told His disciples what would happen in the days we are living in now. (Matthew 24) He told them about the wickedness of our world causing the …
Get used to
Bad stuff are happening in the world, droughts, raging fires, cyclones, flash floods and mudslides. Not to mention corrupt governments, murderers, wars and unfairness. The sorry part is that we are getting used to it all without lifting a finger. Many of us have merely accepted the fact that the weather is changing for the …
Breath of Wisdom
John looked down at his wife who was lying in the hospital bed with their new-born in her arms. While looking down at her child, John realised that she was so close to her baby, she was actually breathing over him. At that moment, Jesus spoke into his heart. “John, the same way your wife …
To be Continued
Jesus saw the fire of hate in their eyes. He also noticed an image of the devil dancing in rage, manipulating the people to crucify Him. His body was finally broken to death on the cross and His Spirit descended into darkness, way down below. For thousands of years, the devil and his army wanted …
In the Eye of the Storm
A terrible storm caused havoc over a huge part of South Africa. Many people in the Western Cape were caught in the eye of that storm. Several families were devastated and filled with fear while witnessing their properties being destroyed by gale-force winds accompanied by wildfires at different locations. However, what can a person do …
Reward
Simon earns a huge salary, providing a luxurious lifestyle for him and his family. His wife, Stacey, keeps their home and tends after the daily needs of her husband and three children. One day, Stacey voiced her opinion about the fact that she did not earn a salary the way Simon did and yet, her …
The Truth
The scene that met Philip’s eyes from his bedroom window, let a sigh of desperation erupt, “Oh, Lord Jesus, please send us rain!” He had just spent time on his knees praying, but looking at the scene, he asked, “Why are my prayers not answered, Lord?” “Do you blame Me, son?” Jesus asked. “No, Lord, …
Break the Silence
Rejoice in the Lord, O you righteous! For praise from the upright is beautiful. (Psalm 33:1) By the Word of God, the heavens were made and all the hosts of them by the breath of His mouth. (Psalm 33:6) Jesus Christ was with God when everything was made, in fact, without Him nothing was made …
An Evil Heart
It was very early when Peter woke up. He started praying and after a while he said, “Lord, why have You become so quiet lately? I’ve always started every morning talking with You but it seems we have somehow lost connection.” “My prayers feel like empty whispers. Have You left me, Lord?” Jesus smiled and …
You Think… You are
“Who are you?” she asked. “I know your name but still, I don’t know you.” “I am what you see, an honest man.” he said. “I cannot see your heart. Your heart contains everything you think,” she replied, “and because I can’t see wat you think, I don’t know who you are.” (Pro 23:7) “The …
Renovate
Martin switched the TV off and put down the remote. The news program emphasised once again how dark the world had become. It seems that Christians are losing the battle against the dark powers in the air. “You need to do some renovation, Martin,” Jesus said. “You are a reborn Christian. (John 3:3) That means …
The Third Person
“Then he remembered the days of old, Moses and his people, saying: ‘Where is He who brought them out of the sea with the shepherd of His flock? Where is He who put His Holy Spirit within them?’” (Isaiah 63:11) “Where is He?” This question is often asked by believers who have had bad experiences …
You are Here because
God is Almighty. Whenever He says, “Let there be…” immediately appears whatever He wants to be there. Theo was thinking about the power of God when he said, “Why, Lord, don’t You say, ‘let corruption, murder and every evil thing disappear’? Why is the world we are living in so corrupt?” “You’re asking Me but …
More Time
Lynette woke up early in the morning. Her phone suddenly announced the arrival of new messages and she immediately started reading them. The day before did not start well. Some of her friends experienced serious difficulties but after an organised prayer exercise, the day ended well. The new messages did not bring good news. The …
The Signs in the Stars
When God created the universe, He put the sun, moon and stars in heaven for our seasons, days and years but also as signs. (Gen 1:14-15) Since the beginning of time, astronomers studied the stars and interestingly, they discovered revelations of future events. When Jesus was born, wise men saw the star of the King …
My Life
After Lucinda had taken stock of her life, she felt miserable. On the one hand she felt blessed having a loving husband and three kids at her side but on the other hand, she missed the goal she had set for herself years before she got married. She had a great career in mind. She …
Not Now, Son
He looked at his mother in disbelief. “Why don’t you want to go to heaven, mom?” She tenderly looked at her son and as her eyes started to smile she said, “Of course, I want to go to heaven, my son, but don’t you realise how wonderful our life on earth is?” She knew he …