And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper. Psalm 1:3 Well I suppose we have covered the, “How” part of this series. According to Psalm 1 we should avoid the … Continue reading How to be Happy – part 4
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How to be Happy – Part 3
So the secret to being happy begins with what we should not do (Psalm 1:1); but it cannot stop there. That is where it starts but that is not the answer. What you hate is important; but that will not make you happy by itself. Happiness begins with a biblical disdain that turns us away … Continue reading How to be Happy – Part 3
How to Be Happy – Part 2
So last time we said, based on Psalm 1:1, that if we want to be happy we have to stop taking our advice from the world. But this passage does not suggest a casual dismissal or general disregard for the ungodly sin of the scorner. No, this passage suggests a vehement rejection. We are not … Continue reading How to Be Happy – Part 2
How to Be Happy – Part 1
There is almost nothing we want more; and yet it always seems to slip through our fingers. The truth is the bible tells us how we can be happy. The question is if we are willing to hear what it has to say. When we turn to that section of the bible that is referred … Continue reading How to Be Happy – Part 1
Dad’s Bible Study
We had the joy of spending the very American holiday of Thanksgiving with my mum and dad and my brother and sister along with all the kids. One thing my father required during the holiday is that we all meet at his kitchen table for a bible study each morning. There are few things that … Continue reading Dad’s Bible Study
New Year’s Realisation
New year. New me. That is what they say. So … I have enjoyed a high protein diet I hit the gym - mainly weight training, because everyone knows cardio sucks. I have read more books I have tried to get at least 6 hrs of sleep each night. I have become more conscious of … Continue reading New Year’s Realisation
How to pick a husband
I wrote this because it is something I have thought about a lot. I wonder all the time why Punk (that is Mindy, my wife) picked me. I also think about the possibility of my daughters choosing a husband one day. So I came up with a possible criteria upon which my daughters can decide … Continue reading How to pick a husband
A Good Start
We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers; remembering without ceasing your work of faith, and labour of love, and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, in the sight of God and our Father;1 Thessalonians 1:2-3 When Paul remembers their work of faith, labour of … Continue reading A Good Start
Highstreet
The family and I spent the morning on the high street (main street) sharing the gospel with individuals as they passed by. We meet up with other members of the church at a local coffee shop so we can get jacked up on caffeine and catch up a bit. Then we drift outside to where … Continue reading Highstreet
A Victorious Failure
“And at that time Hanani the seer came to Asa king of Judah, and said unto him, Because thou hast relied on the king of Syria, and not relied on the LORD thy God, therefore is the host of the king of Syria escaped out of thine hand. Were not the Ethiopians and the Lubims … Continue reading A Victorious Failure