At the time of Jesus, a person of power (a "bully") will frequently, and quite often supported by the community backhand a person of lower class on their right cheek. This allowed the discipliner to hit them with their left hand. This was done to embarrass them and to assert authority and dominance. No one… Continue reading Rebel, Turn the Other Cheek or Both?
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Happy Mother’s Day: The Mothering Love of God
How Has God Mothered Me? Both male and female were made in God’s image, so there is a nurturing and maternal side of God. Just like my mom I can always go to God for comfort and guidance and He (the masculine side is recognised as the head out of reverence and submission) always provides… Continue reading Happy Mother’s Day: The Mothering Love of God
Being Good and Peaceful in a Chaotic World
If you believe in your heart and can confess with your mouth that you are a good person no matter the circumstances, then you should not be afraid of any obstacle! Well that’s the general view. But does that truly mean that you always know what you’re capable of doing when faced with high conflict?… Continue reading Being Good and Peaceful in a Chaotic World
Building Faith Instead of Fear During the Pandemic
Lately, I find myself being worked up and concerned if we will ever conquer the domino effect of the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. Then, I remember God will “keep” us in every obstacle that we face. As believers we should trust God and not over worry about such things. But let’s be real we are going… Continue reading Building Faith Instead of Fear During the Pandemic
Salvation: Building Faith in the Kingdom
“Now faith is the assurance (title deed, confirmation) of things hoped for (divinely guaranteed), and the evidence of things not seen [the conviction of their reality—faith comprehends as fact what cannot be experienced by the physical senses].”Hebrews 11:1 AMP Faith is believing that the spiritual realm is more powerful than the secular world. Therefore, I… Continue reading Salvation: Building Faith in the Kingdom