Be as the dew
Throughout Scripture, dew is a sign of blessing, for in a harsh, arid climate, no plant life would survive without it. For thousands of years, man has devised ways to har... »
Personal Accounts
A life saved, a heart healed
In downtown Nouméa, where I lived at the time, there was a cozy lounge where my wife and I would socialize with friends around a cup of coffee. Maria, the waitress who ge... »
A bingo hall sanctuary
We have devoted the last 26 years to running a Christian charity, but who would have imagined that a bingo hall could become a place of ministry? Twice a week, Diane and... »
Ministering to the sick
As many of my friends age, an increasing number are spending time in the hospital. My heart goes out to them because I know a lot about this, having spent extensive time... »
Your story is someone else’s bridge
What does it mean to live our faith in today’s world? For me, it has become something deeply personal. It is no longer just about explaining what I believe; it is about o... »
A drop in the ocean of need
The other day, while visiting an elderly friend in an assisted living facility, I struck up a conversation with the manager, Sein. She told me that she was originally fro... »
Peace: A journey more than a destination
What is peace of mind? Is it a thought, a feeling, or a choice we have to make daily? How can we be serene in a world of perpetual uncertainty, stress, conflicts, and cri... »
Honesty and integrity in the workplace
In a world where there are people who will do almost anything to get ahead, with little regard to conscience or the feelings of others, it is refreshing to meet someone w... »
God’s orchestra
One of the ways many of us Christians can be tempted to hide our light is by comparing our gifts with those of others. I see the singer who pours out beautiful, heartfelt... »
Refreshing my perspective
I’m reading through the Bible, and something that always stands out to me are all the stories in the Old Testament that show that God had a great plan—Joseph, Esther, Dav... »
A “little” triangle
I can’t help but smile when I hear someone say, “Oh, the only musical instrument I play is the triangle!” Usually it’s meant to jokingly inform others of how unmusical th... »
Embracing faith in every season
“For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven” (Ecclesiastes 3:1). These words remind us that life unfolds in seasons, each one carrying its... »