The birth of Jesus Christ wasn’t just the birth of a baby- it was the fulfilment of prophecy from thousands of years ago. His birth was also the beginning of God’s rescue and salvation plan for humanity. This year’s Advent is an invitation to pause and reflect on the Savior’s birth and what it means […]
Waiting on God is not always easy. Sometimes the waiting season feels long, stretching your patience, testing your faith, and leaving you feeling like you’re standing on the edge of uncertainty. Maybe you are waiting for a prayer to be answered, waiting for a promise from God’s word to unfold, or longing for a change
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Many years ago, before marriage and the kids, I used to write poetry. They were words that flowed from my heart, my life, my questions, my thoughts, my environment, my imagination, my relationship with God and the people in my life. And then I took a long break. This year I am hoping to get
The word ‘Advent’ means ‘arrival’ referring to the arrival or coming of Christ into the world over 2000 years ago. The advent season always gives us the opportunity to pause and reflect on the true meaning of Christmas and the significance of the birth of Christ. Each week in the advent season points us to
In a world that constantly promotes “more,” “now,” and “mine,” it is very easy for children to develop an entitlement mindset. Today, our children are daily bombarded with messages that fuel entitlement, encouraging them to want more, demand more, and expect more without giving anything in return. Also, social media, and endless advertising online and
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How do you remain thankful in the midst of pain, grief and difficulty? When life brings with it challenges, pain or unexpected loss, gratitude might just be the last thing on your mind. Yet, it’s often in your stormy seasons that cultivating a heart of gratitude can have the most profound impact in your life.
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Have you ever found yourself in a season where everything feels overwhelming, and you wonder, “Where is God in all of this?” Maybe it’s that job or financial miracle that you’ve prayed for but still haven’t gotten. Or perhaps it’s a health diagnosis that’s shaken your family and world. For some, it’s the heartache and
My birth and home country Nigeria turned 64 today and I am sitting and smiling as I think of my late aunt whose name was ‘Nigeria’. If I tried to compare the country and the person, there will always be a great difference. We called her ‘Aunty Nigeria’ and as a little child, I often
Have you ever wondered what life looks like for your aging parents? The other day, my 74-year father said – this aging thing is really an interesting phase and experience of life, you get to watch life’s seasons unfold before your eyes. You watch your once youthful and strong body change in appearance, strength, ability
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Are you lost for words and overwhelmed when your thoughts drift to that unsaved family member? Maybe you have given up on that spouse/child/uncle/aunt/niece/cousin and have even stopped praying for their salvation. You are not alone in your thoughts. I recently stumbled on a few verses during my bible study that reminded me of why
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