Another entry inspired by the goings on of the Dryden Family. Deborah is 7 and Abigail is 6. The closeness in age has advantages, they are fiercely protective of each other to outsiders and are genuinely caring and generous girls. (Yeah they get it from their mother!) However as with all sibling issues there can […]
Read More She’s Copying MeAs someone who is keen to pursue God, I’m intrigued by how He works through the systems of the day. He has given each its time – time for a dictatorship, time for a monarchy, time for a meritocracy, time for an aristocracy and currently for some a time for democracy. It’s clear that elements […]
Read More Talking Point: Is Democracy All That?The world of football, is one that I am fairly familiar with, being a bit of a football buff meself. In the world of football, I would say the most important person is the manager. Players can come and players can go, it is the manager who is responsible for selecting the team, for selecting […]
Read More When Loyalty Is Unhealthy ConformityChildren are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him. Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are children born in one’s youth. Blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them. (Psalm 127:3-5a) Fatherhood eh. I have one good friend who is close to becoming a Dad, another who has had the privilege for a few months, […]
Read More Another Thing About Being DadWouldn’t that be a great way to introduce you to a blog entry – got nothing to say! Ha. What inspired me to write this post was something posted by one of the writers I look up to in the blogosphere, the great King Arthur. I call him King Arthur, he doesn’t call himself King […]
Read More Got Nothing Good To Say – And Saying Plenty Of ItThe other day I was reading an interview Frank Viola did with some guy called David Ruis. I’ve never heard of the guy, but evidently I’d come across a number of songs that he penned. I love that. It’s one thing to find out who sang the songs you like, but for me it’s even […]
Read More DMCD Songs: You’re Worthy Of My Praise – David RuisDuring the diversion I was reminded and informed of a couple of important notes that helps on life’s journey. Now and then I’ll post them here for your perusal and consumption if you so please. If you haven’t realised already, God has a sense of humour. By that I don’t mean God is a stand-up […]
Read More Notes For The Journey: God Is FunnyDiversions are fine in their way. I remember I used to associate myself closely with a dude whose method of conveying messages often required diversions. Initially those around him were impatient with these diversions, but I quickly discovered there was as much to be gained from the apparent diversion as there was from the destination […]
Read More As I Was Blogging …Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. (Proverbs 16:3) When I was a boy, I was told there are only three times the Lord needs to know what you’re up to – before, during and after. As a boy figuring that out, it occurred that meant all the time! How […]
Read More MTP16 – When Should God Get Involved In Your Plans?Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm. Proverbs 13:20 The proverbs are so rich with truth and meaning that connects with real episodes that prove it to be true. In coming across this particular proverb is reminded me of the story of Jack. He grew up in […]
Read More MTP13 Remix – The Company You Keep
