It’s Hopeless, Isn’t It?

“What you don’t understand, is that I’ve tried that all before?” “I hear you. I hear that you’ve been through it before and the experience wasn’t pleasant. I can understand why that experience would be off-putting.” “Yeah, and when you read what others have said about what it does to you and how the evidence […]

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So Desperate For Life

Barren. That’s what they called her. It got to the point that her name appeared to be totally irrelevant. For all they knew her to be was barren. Every effort was made, every investigation undertaken. It clearly wasn’t her husband’s issue. It was all about her. Her inability. Barren. Perhaps if she just focused on […]

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About the Light Bulb

Tom had a light bulb moment. When he was struggling for a hint of inspiration as to how he would complete the essay on the works of William Wordsworth, he knew just the guy to visit. Matt and Tom had been friends ever since they met each other on the first day in the university […]

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About A Pen

“What’s that, Dad?” “What’s what, son?” “What’s that in your hand?” “Haven’t you seen a pen before?” “Sure I have, but I’ve never seen you with one before. You’re usually on the laptop or on your phone. What’s with this new fangled device you’re using with this piece of paper.” “Ha, ha ha. Very funny, […]

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Give Up Strength to be Strong

The ram. What a tricky customer. You don’t want to get on the wrong side of a ram. That creature has some horns on him that will have no problem rendering a very aggressive response to upset or irritation. The smart folks, however, have sussed where the strength of the ram can be seen. It’s […]

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Tell Me That Again, Please

When The Dark Knight was released in the cinema, I had the privilege of watching it there. It is a privilege to watch a movie in a cinema. I remember watching it and being totally blown away by it. The story, the performances, the twists and turns, the outcome. It was not just a good […]

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Better Than Ever Before

Deluded. People who don’t believe in God and look at those who follow Jesus should really think that we are deluded. They shouldn’t think that because of any judgemental or harsh views – that’s not disciples being delusional, that’s folks plain being demented at times. No, the reason why they should think we’re deluded is […]

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Go With The Flow

Trends. Something happens somewhere, it proves to be popular, people latch onto it and it captures the imagination for a season. It might be something you eat or something you wear. It could be a catchphrase or a way of looking at the world. Whatever it is, it makes its mark on the culture at […]

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