Who Rules? Who Vindicates?

The judges returned the verdict. Although there was probable evidence that the act had taken place, the manner in which the evience was gathered and utilised contravened the procedures outlined in the code of conduct. Therefore on those technicalities the accused is free to go. The court has exonerated the accused. There is no charge […]

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Destination and Current Location

There are some simple truths that have a lot more going on behind them. Recently, I was reminded of that. A friend was conversing and said, “Christopher, do you believe you’ve reached the final destination for your life?” “I sincerely hope not.” “So your current location is not your final destination.” “Hmmmmmm … no. On […]

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Who Is This Good News For?

He felt good about himself. His bills were paid on time again. There were no outstanding debts. He was able to get his girls the outfits they pointed out last week. He saw his son get the latest kit to go to support his team with the season ticket he renewed on time. He saw […]

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Who Rules? You Have To Let Go

The offer was made and it was such an attractive one. The life on offer truly was amazing to consider. That could be life from here on? That could be received in the here and now as well as for a limitless period. Who wouldn’t want to buy into that? Then there was the cost […]

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My Feelings and the Truth

What matters more – my feelings or the truth? It would be easy to say ‘the truth’. Experience, however, reveals that my feelings trump the truth. Offended at grievances, rather than searching for the truth of the matter, I’m more prone to make a mission of harbouring bitterness to the one who caused the hurt […]

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Dryden Shorts: There Are Places

The noise rages. The incessant, demanding accusations and bleating look to shake and drive him insane. How does he keep going? He goes to those places in his mind. Places where he rests in the presence of the Holy One. Places where he remembers forgiveness, redemption and restoration. Places where he revels in purpose and […]

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