Tag Archive for: devotional

On Proceeding As the Way Opens…

By: Brian Harris

You might know the lovely Quaker saying, “Proceed as the way opens.” In a risk-averse era—one where we want absolute clarity and know that we are liable if we forget to read the small print—this is a gentle prompt to accept the ambiguity of life. Read more

The Different Faces of Temptation: A 21st Century Take

By: Brian Harris

“Temptation”… It sounds like a quaintly Victorian concept, something you really shouldn’t take seriously – after all, one of my favourite chocolates is named “Temptations” and the manufacturer expects me to eat them, not avoid them. Isn’t “temptation” about the fun in life – with only the most dull and drab refusing to dive into all that is on offer? Read more

I Just Dreamt of My Home. What do Houses Mean in Dreams?

By: Tania Harris

Houses are one of the most common symbols that appear in our dreams, but what do they mean? 
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Unlimited: Power in the Words of Jesus

By: Des Ford

Jesus of Nazareth was a man accredited by God to you by miracles, wonders, and signs, which God did among you through Him, as you yourselves know (Acts 2:22, NIV). Read more

What Training My Dog Has Taught Me About Following Jesus

By: Kourney Smith

Six months ago, we bought a puppy—a three-month-old bundle of energy. Now, six months into dog ownership, life has been busy, fun, and completely changed. One of my main goals has been to train this puppy well—essentially, to “raise a dog in the way it should go.” While doing so, I’ve discovered surprising lessons about following Jesus. Read more

Four Postures of Faith: Knowing your Season

By: Brian Harris

If you are a person of faith, I imagine you find your faith works out differently as circumstances and life chapters change. Read more

The World Needs the Peace that You Have

By: yesHEis

We live in a world full of restlessness, fear, and instability. Yet, as Christians, Jesus offers us peace amidst it all. As Christians, not only do we have access to this peace, but we are also called to reflect it to others who are longing for stability and hope in a chaotic world. Read more

Four things I’m Happy to be Accused of…

By: Brian Harris

It’s a fractious age. Politics has always been divisive, but oh my, that has gone to new levels. Religion has been our second great divide, but even here, the arguments have sharpened and tolerance levels are low. Read more

Our Many Coloured Days: On the Brown, Grey and Purple Ones…

By: Brian Harris

I imagine that many of my readers are Dr Seuss fans. What’s not to like about him? Green Eggs and Ham, The Grinch, and all the rest we are introduced to in Theodor Geisel’s wonderful world. Among my favourites are My Many Coloured Days, which attaches a colour to the different moods we encounter in life, with the liberating conclusion that whatever the colour of a particular day, “it turns out all right you see… and I go back to being ME.”

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