UKRAINE – In the shadow of Easter.
In 2022, with a devastating war raging in Ukraine, Easter will be a time to not only call to remembrance the sacrificial redemption of a crucified Christ, but also a time to reflect on what we as Christians define to be the cornerstone of our faith. The pain and hardship endured by the people of Ukraine will remain senseless and meaningless unless we can view it from the shadow of the cross.
THE CHRISTMAS LESSON FOR A COVID VACCINE
Think about the Christmas story. Jesus was born into a community and into a generation. This is the context of all of Scripture. And, believe it or not, this provides two wonderful lessons in how we approach the COVID vaccine
One COVID-19 death, 6 souls secured for an eternity with God.
One COVID-19 death, 6 souls secured for an eternity with God. Yes, COVID-19 will never have the final say. We should therefore not fight it, but use. This is indeed a season of Kairos opportunities
South Africa: A time to overcome.
Fighting back is not the option – we are called to retaliate. The only choice we have as Christians is to choose our weapons wisely. Only the armaments that are found in the armour of Christ will ultimately secure victory.
A LOVELESS PANDEMIC
In an attempt to put the current pandemic into the context of 1 Corinthians 13, I wrote a 1 COVID-19 adaption of the chapter of love.
INSALTED – Christianity inside out
INsalted (Not to be confused with insulted or insulting – to speak to or treat with disrespect or scornful abuse.) Matthew 5:13 “You are the salt of the earth. INSALTED: the blessing of having your inner self[1] filled[2] to the brim[3], and seasoned with virtues that reflect the beauty, the consciousness, and the character of…
PEPUDA – A different perspective
Why would you fight PEPUDA? Isn’t hate speech something that your Jesus would also oppose. Shouldn’t you applaud the ANC for taking this initiative? John Doe asks a few valid questions
LOADSHEDDING: Making us bitter or making us better?
Life’s unexpected challenges have a way of affecting our spirituality by making us either a better person or a bitter person. What has load-shedding done to you?
DELIGHT – the ability to enjoy joy
The virtue of delight is very much like a fireworks display on New Year’s Eve. It’s not only a display, it’s also an announcement and a great attraction.
Bringing out the God-colours in the world.
Finally, draft number 1 of the new book, INSALTED, is completed. A simple summary of the theme of the book is as follows: “Christianity inside-out.” When we reflect the Christ that lives within us to a world that lives with us, then our Christianity is turned inside out. In all the hours that I spent…