"Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God". This is not about earthly comfort or discomfort. In that respect the poor suffer while the rich ... Read more

"eternal encouragement". When interest wanes or monotony sets in it is encouragement we need. Encouragement is an essential ingredient of life and service. Here Paul reminds us that Jesus who ... Read more

" 'Even now,' declares the Lord". However far you may have gone from the Lord, 'even now' you can start coming back. Despite the persistent sin of His people and ... Read more

"receive her in the Lord in a manner worthy of the saints". Paul is commending a lady called Phoebe from the church in Cenchrea to the believers in Rome. She ... Read more

"this waste of the ointment". Opinion on whether ointment is wasted or not varies - a fact very obvious when this woman anointed the feet of Jesus. His enemies said ... Read more

"seek peace, and pursue it". Peace does not come easily. You only have to look at situations around the world to realise this. The smiles and handshakes cover the hearts ... Read more

"with all speed". This was the command that Paul sent to Silas and Timothy in Thessalonica, as he waited for them in Athens. It was more than as soon as ... Read more

"the tradition of the elders". Some tradition provides a good foundation for life and duty. Other tradition is of little importance. Resistance against change and new blessings God would give ... Read more

"Deliver me from my enemies, O God". This is the cry of a man who cannot find his own way out of the dilemma in which he finds himself. It ... Read more

"Jesus took the loaves". It takes an eye of faith to spot the starting material! You or I would have politely thanked the boy but done nothing more. Jesus took ... Read more