"Deal courageously, and the Lord shall be with the good". This was Jehoshaphat's advice to the judges of the people. It is counsel that stands for all who have to settle disputes today. Courage to do what is right and to uphold the truth is never wasted. But to act honourably at all times calls ... Read more

"like a tree planted by the water". This is a description of the person who trusts in the Lord. This tree is not burned by the heat or withered by drought. The water supply is always there and the green leaves indicate a fruitful tree. So it can be for all whose trust is in ... Read more

"Euodias, and … Syntyche". Two respected and influential ladies in the church in Philippi. Talented and with much to give, they had apparently clashed over a certain issue and what should have been a combined ministry of care and hospitality for the saints became a running conflict and divided the assembly. Things like this happen ... Read more