Titus Talk 01 – Titus the Troubleshooter

He must hold firmly to the trustworthy message as it has been taught, so that he can encourage others by sound doctrine and refute those who oppose it. (Titus 1:9 NIV) Paul’s letter to Titus has been referred to as a pastoral letter. What’s interesting in the opening chapter of this letter is how straight […]

Dryden Update – July

Another day another month. Half of 2016 has already elapsed and it has been an intriguing first half ofof the year. There has been a lot to be thankful for – a good marriage, healthy growing children, great supporting network of friends who motivate and inspire. The blog has proven to be a great outlet […]

When You Catch Up With God

It’s a funny thing. We run away from God, in our attitude and actions. We rebel against Him and run from Him. He chooses to pursue us. He does so in various ways – various expressions of His grace that declares His character to us inviting us to return to Him. He is compassionate and […]

Sam’s 2nd Epic 24 – Learning from a Senseless Census

The book of Samuel concludes with an episode in which David sins before God. It’s fascinating that David pressed on with the census despite good advice telling him not to do so. It’s just as fascinating that David’s conscience hits when he recognises what he’s done. There is much to learn from this episode. It’s […]

Sam’s 2nd Epic 23 – David’s Crew

So the three mighty warriors broke through the Philistine lines, drew water from the well near the gate of Bethlehem and carried it back to David. But he refused to drink it; instead, he poured it out before the Lord . “Far be it from me, Lord , to do this!” he said. “Is it […]

My Greatest Fear

When Zoë was born back in 2010, her initial years made me marvel. More than any of her sisters before her, she appeared to be fearless. I got caught up in her fearless first few years on the earth. Then she became more conscious of her surroundings. I don’t think she was copying anyone. All […]

Sam’s 2nd Epic 22 – David’s Song

“The Lord lives! Praise be to my Rock! Exalted be my God, the Rock, my Savior!” (2 Samuel 22:47 NIV) There are a lot of songs that captures the imagination, the one written by David expressed in the twenty-second chapter of 2 Samuel should be one to stir anyone. Here is a song that reveals […]

Sam’s 2nd Epic 21 – David’s Fascinating Famine and Warfare Relief

But Abishai son of Zeruiah came to David’s rescue; he struck the Philistine down and killed him. Then David’s men swore to him, saying, “Never again will you go out with us to battle, so that the lamp of Israel will not be extinguished.” (2 Samuel 21:17 NIV) Having affirmed his rule over Israel after […]

Sam’s 2nd Epic 20 – Rebellion Squashed

One of Joab’s men stood beside Amasa and said, “Whoever favors Joab, and whoever is for David, let him follow Joab!” (2 Samuel 20:11 NIV) The United Tribes of Israel was a fragile reality after Absalom’s efforts. Even with David’s conciliatory actions, it only took one mischief maker called Sheba to upset it again by […]

Sam’s 2nd Epic 19 – A Conciliatory Return

He won over the hearts of the men of Judah so that they were all of one mind. They sent word to the king, “Return, you and all your men.” (2 Samuel 19:14 NIV) The recent exploits of Absalom threatened to tear the Kingdom of Israel apart. When he died, there was no guarantee that […]