This week’s shenanigans saw me (and Hubby) on our motorcycles cruising through 5 red lights in the main street of Orange with the Outlaw bike gang. This is probably not the usual thing for a Chaplain to be doing. But context is everything isn’t it? Knowing...
It’s always good to be a learner, especially if it involves some insight about yourself. What I’ve discovered about me is that I’m quite an anxious person. I don't think I used to be, but life and experience has changed me and I certainly get...
Ahab was a very rich ruler who loved himself more than he loved his people. Surveying all that he owned, he was not satisfied with his magnificent estate. He craved a nearby vineyard owned by Naboth and was desperate to buy it. He approached Naboth...
The Benefits of Camping: A Lesson in Gratefulness Vacations are a fantastic way to recharge, but the cost can quickly add up if done frequently. As someone who seeks value for money, I'd rather spend nothing on a campfire in the wilderness than $300 a night...
The Significance of Jesus' Humble Birth in a Manger As time passes, the story of Jesus' birth in a manger can become so familiar that we forget the significance of God choosing to enter our world in a dirty stable with scratchy straw. God could have...
While many individuals view reality TV as trash, it can actually be enlightening. Observing how individuals communicate their arguments to others can be a valuable learning experience. Unfortunately, some people have a tendency to twist the story and paint themselves as victims, even when they...
Darrell Lee Clark was 17 years old when he was arrested for the fatal shooting of a 15 year old boy. Just over 25 years later, in 2022, he was released from prison after more evidence came to light which proved his innocence. This was...
Anger is an emotion that is associated with a strong feeling of annoyance, displeasure, or hostility. Anger is not necessarily wrong, it's just an emotion that lets us know something isn’t right and can motivate us to make a positive change. Take the example of Englishman,...
A mighty God, an everlasting Father and a For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 Have you ever done a jigsaw...
Therefore, the Lord Himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call His name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14 As a child, Christmas was always a happy time, who can resist present openings and eating yummy food, plus all...
