Dec 15 2012
Our Call or The World
Judges 16:4-30 Samson & Delilah
Have you ever wondered what it is like to be raised as a prince or princess. You cannot do what normal people do. You are expected to attend private schools, expected to attain a certain standard, expected to mix with posh people, expected not to marry a commoner, expected to show little emotion in public, and expected to be watched by security at all times. You are called and with your call comes an expectation. I wonder how often a prince or princess wishes they were just ordinary people. Does the prince wish he could date the girl next door? Does the princess wish she could escape royal security?
Samson was called to great things but then he noticed Philistine women and wanted the freedom to enjoy them. Christians are called to great things but we are often side tracked by what the world offers. There is a lot we can learn from Samson’s call and temptation. More
Feb 28 2013
The Esther Decision
Imagine the following situation. You are a believer and you have just got a new job, it’s a dream job; and the pay is good. On the first Friday the company holds a social event so everyone can get to know you. While chatting with other members of staff you overhear your immediate boss talking to the managing director about religion and it’s quite clear that neither of them like it. In fact they both shake hands on the fact that they are atheists and make a number of quite insulting remarks about the Christian faith. And this leaves you wondering, “What do I do? Do I declare my beliefs or keep quiet? If I am open about my faith will it endanger my position?” If you can relate to this kind of dilemma then you will understand Esther and the decision she had to make. More