So many times, Jesus’ disciples didn’t get it. Too often, we don’t either. The disciples had been with Jesus for years and still struggled. They had seen Jesus do SO many extraordinary miracles, giving signs and wonders to the world. This came up in discussion at one of our small group meetings during our devotionalContinue reading “Two Pages Back”
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Always Faithful
Semper Fidelis, which is Latin for “Always Faithful,” or “Always Loyal”. It is the motto of the United States Marine Corps to God, Country & Corps. An eternal and collective commitment to the success of battles, the progress of the USA, and the steadfast loyalty to the fellow Marines they fight alongside. “Semper Fi” (asContinue reading “Always Faithful”
When I Get to Heaven
How many times have you heard someone say, “When I get to heaven…” and then they go on and on saying what they’re going to do or who they’re going to see or ALL the questions they plan to ask God. There are dozens of songs about it too. I think the focus will notContinue reading “When I Get to Heaven”
Enamoured by Current Culture?
Don’t be enamoured by the current culture. This feels a lot like the issues the church is facing today. We seem to want to be so close to what the world does without crossing whatever the line is at the time. Have we forgotten what the standard is for the Christian life? I don’t meanContinue reading “Enamoured by Current Culture?”
The Heavens Declare!!
The Heavens Declare!! The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Psalm 19:1 This has long been one of my favourite Psalms. Don’t miss verse 13. This is one of the clearest biblical statements that nature itself is meant to show the greatness of God. These words areContinue reading “The Heavens Declare!!”
Is Your Spiritual Reservoir Full?
It’s important to keep your spiritual reservoir full. How are you doing with that? Need a little help or motivation? This is true especially when you are part of the spiritual feeding of others. Spiritual Disciplines Bible reading, try a daily reading plan. Just four chapters a day will get you though the Bible inContinue reading “Is Your Spiritual Reservoir Full?”
Widji turns 51 & 90 in 2020
Whether you spell it Widji or Widjii, did you know that Camp Widjiitiwin turns both 51 and 90 this year? Our history goes back to Muskoka Baptist Camp (now Muskoka Bible Centre) that was created in 1930 so that youth and young adults would have a place to hear the Word of God preached faithfully.Continue reading “Widji turns 51 & 90 in 2020”
What to Pray When You Don’t Know What to Pray
What to pray when you don’t know what to pray. Honestly, it doesn’t matter. Just let it out to God. He understands. You can talk to God, yell at Him, cry, scream until you’re hoarse, argue (not usually successfully) or even be silent. He knows, He understands, He loves you!! Jesus has been through allContinue reading “What to Pray When You Don’t Know What to Pray”
In Jesus’ Name! What, Why & How…
Many Christians begin their prayers by addressing God the Father and conclude by ending with in Jesus’ name. This phrase “in Jesus’ name” isn’t some spiritual magical phrase like abracadabra or hocus pocus. And it doesn’t mean we will get everything we want just because we tack that phrase onto the end of our prayers.Continue reading “In Jesus’ Name! What, Why & How…”
For Unto Us a Child is Born
Once again the Christmas season is upon us and the craziness and chaos that goes along with it will continue for about another three weeks. If watching Hallmark movies with my wife in December has taught me anything it is that there are a lot of “Christmas miracles”. One dictionary defines a miracle as “aContinue reading “For Unto Us a Child is Born”
Meandering Moose 