Tag: hope
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Focusing on presence rather than personalities
The thought that Kenya is celebrating 49 years of Jubilee, as a nation just brings me such joy. Leviticus 25:8-24 brings such clarity to how God sees us and the possessions He has placed into our hands. The land and the produce we grow on it belongs to God and we are to use it,…
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Obedience Is Better Than Sacrifice!
Every relationship goes through a honeymoon stage. Getting to know someone is one of the hardest phases of any relationship. At any rate, friends are made and bonds strengthened. It is a huge risk but in most cases, well worth it. Life in general is one big risk. From the first breath, to the last,…
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Other People’s Money
Peninah chose the herbal tea he selected, trembling as the cup was handed to her, and she placed it on the stool in front of her. Eager, fresh faced and grappling with her fears, she attentively listened to Big Man, making hasty promises to deliver at every turn. Big Man hesitated and then quickly expressed…
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Dead Man’s Solace
A couple of years ago, a friend re-introduced me to an old man; a friend of the family. He had suffered a stroke and lost most of his medium and longterm memory. Struck with pity and a determination to treat Jim with kindness, we exchanged greetings. His quizzical looks ironically stirred up great memories. Jim…
