I have come to that place where Frank Retief in his latest book, God said “YES”, uses his last chapter (9) to reflect upon the ministry, especially his at St. James Church Kenilworth in the Western Cape. In speaking of lessons learnt, he says (and I use my words) that for the congregation to believe […]
It’s fascinating that fake news will be claimed by many news readers. When people prefer their news sources they will slither away from certain publications declaring them “fake news”. The true test of this is to know four things. (1) Where did they study? (2) Are they conservative, liberal of something else? (3) What political […]
As followers of the Lord Jesus, it is our privilege and responsibility to respond to those who want to know about our faith, lifestyle and why we follow Jesus. It does not matter why they ask, we ought to respond positively: 1Pe 3:15 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to […]
Are you an evangelistic person? Do you pray for souls to be added to God’s Kingdom? Does your heart beat for the lost to know Jesus’ saving grace? Is there a passion in your heart for souls to avoid the eternal punishment of hell? You either have it or you don’t. One of the ways […]
Over the years we have seen many people inquiring about the Gospel. They have questions about who Jesus is and what the way of salvation entails. Not everyone who inquires wants to become a Christian. Often, they only want an explanation about what Christians believe. Some, however, are sincere and really want to know how […]
Some of us need more than a gentle nudge to persuade us. Others again can be downright stubborn. I suppose I am somewhere in between, but theologically I am so conservative that I would be considered by some as downright stubborn! Peter leans somewhere near the very stubborn side doctrinally. Remember we are dealing with […]
There is a distinct difference between gossip and testifying. In the Christian world, gossip is sin and testimony is a truthful declaration. As we pick up our reading in Acts 10 today, we see Cornelius providing two of his personal servants and a trusted bodyguard … (devout soldier) with everything that happened to him, from […]
One of our Church Leaders and myself travelled to another country to collect a pastor to assist us in the work of ministry. We needed his expertise and so went and brought him back to our country, city and Church. As I start the next Daily Note, this experience comes to mind. Ac 10:5 “Now send […]
Real Christians could have the tendency of being exclusive. By this, I mean they will restrict who may join their unique group or who may seek membership in their Church. Some will say certain ethnic groups may not, under any circumstances, join the Christian Church. Peter was like this. To him, following Jesus and being […]
Are you aware that “Hospitality” is a spiritual gift? Modern society and families have become so preoccupied with their home (cleaning, repairs, maintenance, decorating), gardens (establishing, reviving, planting and cleaning), work (working extra-long hours), children’s schooling (overloaded homework, extra mural activities, peer pressure), extended family and friends (visits, meals) and amongst other matters, giving attention […]