“That In Every Way Christ Is Proclaimed
“That In Every Way Christ Is Proclaimed!”(Phi.1:15-21).A pastor had gone to work in another congregation. Upon return, he wanted to know from the elders whether the laypreacher preached an edifying sermon. The feedback was not good. The elders said it was the worst sermon they had ever listened to.When they had all aired their disappointments […]
“Comforted To Comfort Others!”
“Comforted To Comfort Others!”(II Cor.1:3-7).If there is a creature around us that deserves comfort, it is the hen.Domestic animals like cats and dogs are not reared for consumption. All the same, there are exceptions to any rule.The hen has a different story to tell. After laying eggs for days, comes the incubation period of twenty-one […]
“Believe In The One Sent By God!”
“Believe in the One Sent By God!”(Jn.6:22-29).Wisdom of African ancients say, the dog is after the chase not because it wants to catch the game for his master. The dog is after the animal for its own benefit. They also say that when you refuse to give a cricket to a child, he will say […]
“Commit Your Cause To The LORD!”
“COMMIT Your Cause To The LORD!”(Jer.11:18-20).I’m not saying that is what happened, but it seems to me it is today’s pericope that inspired Bob Marley with the lyrics of “Who the Cap fits.” “Man to man is so unjust, children. You don’t know who to trust. Your worst enemy could be your best friend. And […]
‘Cheer Up; The Storm Will Soon Be Over!”
“Cheer Up; The Storm Will Soon Be Over!”(Is.54:7-10).“‘For a brief moment I abandoned you, but with deep compassion I will bring you back. In a surge of anger I hid my face from you for a moment, but with everlasting kindness I will have compassion on you,’ says the LORD your Redeemer. ‘To me this […]