A much beloved verse,  Psalm 103:1 is a deep yearning of gratitude and praise that goes beyond the ordinary. It is not enough to bless the Lord with the mouth, hands, feet or any part of the mortal flesh. That is a good mode of thanks, but this God who proves to me everyday thatContinue reading "Lent Day 20: Blessing the Lord with All That Is In Us"

As I continue to build my relationship with the Holy Spirit, I continue to marvel at how it has opened my eyes and broadened my understanding in ways previously unimaginable. Perhaps one enduring outcome of this ongoing relationship is the practical understanding and subsequent appreciation of the differences we have as individuals and communities. Prior toContinue reading "Lent Day 19: The Spirit’s Gift of Tolerance."

"I love you" - In any relationship, these three words are commonly thrown around but merely expressing them does not convince any of the partners. Often, one or both partners seeks some ongoing proof, some sign that the other person really loves them. They are likely to set an evidence of love bar to be met Continue reading "Lent Day 18: Prove your Love!"

Clive Staples Lewis.....Over the course of this Lenten series, please allow me to periodically  share with you why this 20th century  intellectual giant is my all-time favorite Christian Author. A one- time Atheist, he came to experience the magnificence and love of God and could not stop writing about his faith until he died. OnContinue reading "Lent Day 16: From C.S. Lewis (2) A Realistic View of Marriage"

(B.C. - Before Christ; A.D. - Anno Domini or In the year of the Lord, i.e. after the birth of Christ) We know that in any organization or society, power and authority comes with responsibility; the greater the authority, the greater the responsibility. We Followers of Christ have received access to the tremendous power thatContinue reading "Lent Day 15: Scripture Prayers; A Caveat – B.C. and A.D."

It is written - This was how Jesus confounded and kneecapped Satan in the wilderness when the wily one showed up to tempt Him, as read in the Gospel. He used scripture verses to win the temptation battle. Every act of Jesus while He was a human being is meant to be an example forContinue reading "Lent Day 14: It is Written….The Case for Daily Scripture Prayer"

Clive Staples Lewis.....Over the course of this Lenten series, please allow me to periodically  share with you why this 20th century  intellectual giant is my all-time favorite Christian Author. A one- time Atheist, he came to experience the magnificence and love of God and could not stop writing about his faith until he died. ONContinue reading "Lent Day 13: From C.S. Lewis (1) An Examination of Pride and Christian Pride"

We Christians usually have good intentions when it comes to obeying God's precepts and trying to live as Christians in a challenging environment. Despite our best efforts, we often fall short of the bar that we set for ourselves, how much more, the bar that God sets for us. However, we know to pick ourselvesContinue reading "Lent Day 12 – Not Designed for Solitary Effort"

  "Whoever does not have the Spirit cannot receive the gifts that come from God's Spirit, he thinks they are foolish"... (1Cor.2:14) I am not even able to recognize (much less, receive) the gifts of the Spirit in the varied forms they come in if I am not in tune with the Spirit. Since theContinue reading "Lent day 11 – 5 Benefits of Daily Seeking A Deeper Relationship with The Holy Spirit -(Originally published June 4, 2017)"