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Matthew 22:1-14 is the parable of the wedding banquet, where Jesus tells the story of a king who prepares a wedding feast for his son. The invited guests refuse to come, and some even mistreat the king’s servants. In response, the king invites everyone—both good and bad—until the banquet hall is filled. Yet, when the king notices a man without wedding clothes, he is cast out into the darkness. In the South African context, this parable speaks powerfully to the issues of exclusion, justice, and the radical inclusivity of God’s kingdom. South Africa is a ...

The weight of knowledge, the burden of responsibility, the ever-present hum of doubt. These are just some of the feelings that may accompany your journey as a theological student, or even in other institutions where deep reflection and purpose-driven pursuits take center stage. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, to question your place, and to wonder if the path you’ve chosen is the right one. But take a deep breath, dear friend. You are not alone. Throughout history, countless individuals have wrestled with the same anxieties and uncertainties as you. From prophets grappling with divine messages to philosophers seeking ...

Seeds in Shallow Soil: Finding Fertile Ground

In the bustling world we live in, where change is a constant, our spiritual homes must also adapt and grow. I am thrilled to share with you the exciting journey our Diocese in Natal, South Africa, is embarking upon. It’s a journey of revitalization, vision, and multiplication—a journey rooted in faith, prayer, and a deep commitment to the mission of our Lord. The Bishop’s Charge: Our journey begins with a heartfelt letter from our Bishop. In it, he sets forth a vision for our Diocese that is both inspiring and challenging. He draws from the wisdom of ...

Yesterday was a very dark day in our community. The breaking news came in shortly after noon of another school shooting, this time it wasn't somewhere else, though, it was here; in a local high school. Fear and panic gripped the afternoon as reports of the gunman being at large surfaced, residents sheltered behind locked doors and frightened families rushed to pick up their students at a secure

Yesterday was a very dark day in our community. The breaking news came in shortly after noon of another school shooting, this time it wasn't somewhere else, though, it was here; in a local high school. Fear and panic gripped the afternoon as reports of the gunman being at large surfaced, residents sheltered behind locked doors and frightened families rushed to pick up their students at a secure

 Wednesday's Word: Psalm 13

but ended with rejoicing and praise.  What changed David's heart and attitude?  How did he go from defeat to victory? 

He. Prayed.  Yup, he prayed.  His prayer was simple. Direct. To The Point.

Sandwiched between despair and victory was a 36 word prayer.

Imagine that.

Wednesday's Wrap Up

Day 6. ENGAGE IN SPIRITUAL WARFARE “And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one” Spiritual warfare can seem difficult to understand, but the Bible makes it very clear that we have an enemy who is trying to steal from us, kill us, and destroy us. As we pray, we take our stand against the enemy and fight from a place of victory through Jesus as we are empowered by His Holy Spirit. There is power in God’s Word, and every lie the enemy has told us can be replaced with God’s truth ...

Day 3. PRAY HIS AGENDA FIRST “Your Kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in Heaven” Part of being a child of God is caring about what He cares about. We know His will is perfect, and we acknowledge His wisdom and sovereignty when we pray His agenda first. He will always give you all you need from day to day if you will make the Kingdom of God your primary concern. LUKE 12:31 Spend time focusing on what God is focused on. His priorities include: Saving the lost Wisdom and guidance for those in ...

Day 4. DEPEND ON HIM FOR EVERYTHING “Give us this day our daily bread”God promises to supply all our needs, and He wants us to come to Him with our problems, needs, and desires and to trust Him to provide. “I look up to the mountains—does my help come from there? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth!” PSALM 121:1-2 Ask God for what you need today. It may help to write down the concerns weighing on your mind or the desires of your heart. You can bring them to God and trust ...

Day 2. WORSHIP HIS NAME “Hallowed Be Your Name” God loves when we worship Him, and there is power in His Name. Here is a list of some of His Names to help us worship Him specifically and personally: God is Righteousness – He makes us clean God is Sanctifier – He has called us and set us apart God is Healer – He heals all our diseases God is Banner of Victory – He defeated our enemies God is Shepherd – He speaks to us and leads us God is Peace – He is our peace in every storm God is Provider – He supplies all ...

Today is the start of a prayer series. Something new that I am trying on the blog. This one will run for 7 days, and is based on the Lord’s Prayer. THE LORD’S PRAYER The Lord’s Prayer is often recited in churches or at religious events, but there is so much more to this prayer. Jesus provided this model as an outline to teach us how to pray in a way that connects us to God and empowers us to accomplish great things through Him. This model takes us through each part of The Lord’s Prayer ...

Almighty God, Pour out Your Spirit we pray, on Christian leaders and those that are guiding or teaching a flock of believers. May there be a reawakening of the desperate need for each Christian believer to stand transparent before our God, and to give the Holy Spirit permission to search out the inner thoughts of our hearts, so that He may identify each and every area of our inner life that grieves Him or quenches His working within our lives. Lord, we all need to repent not only individually but as the body of Christ for the careless ways into ...

Lord,We have seen that so much of Christendom has strayed from the paths of righteousness, that at times we almost feel that there is no one else left that is truly seeking Your face and lifting up the name of the Lord Jesus. And yet, we are reminded that when Elijah felt equally alone and spiritually isolated that You reminded Him that there were seven thousand other faithful believers, who had not compromised their faith nor bowed the knee to Baal. Lord,forgive us for our critical spirit towards the church of today, knowing that You have many faithful ...

Heavenly Father, pour out Your Holy Spirit like a mighty flood into the hearts of all Your people, those who are called by Your name. May our hearts be washed by the water of the Word and may the purifying light of the Holy Spirit cleanse the thoughts, wash the hearts and purify the minds of those who are part of the church, which is Your Body. Lord, we pray that You would purify the hearts and minds of all Your people so that our thoughts are ever turned toward the Lord Jesus. May we as individual members and also ...

Dear Lord Jesus, You are our Prince of Peace and You prayed for unity in the body of Christ, that we may be united in love just as You are united with the Father in love. Give Your children the desire to love one another as You have loved us, and let the world know that we are Your disciples by our love for one another. Give us a hunger to live in union with each another, and may we be united as one, in the bond of peace and fellowship, in the Spirit. This we ask in Jesus’ name ...

Father, I abandon myself into your hands.Do with me what you will,Whatever you may do, I thank you.I am ready for all, I accept all.Let only your will be done in me,and in all creatures.I wish no more than this, Lord.I offer myself to you with all the love of my heart,for I love you, Lord, and so need to give myself,to surrender myself into your hands, without reserve,and with boundless confidence:For You are my Father.Amen. Sourced from “Travelling along the Anglican Way” Brother Charles de Foucauld of ...

Eternal Lord God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit,Praised be your holy Name for your love for your Creation.Praise to you, Eternal Father, for desiring a responsive Creation;Praise to you, Eternal Word, for accomplishing Creation and saving it;Praise to you, Holy Spirit Eternal, for sustaining Creation in holiness and power. Come Holy Father to embrace me in your eternal arms;Come Lord Jesus, Word made Flesh, to redeem me from my imperfection;Come Blessed Spirit, the Sanctifier and Comforter,To fill me with all those charismatic Gifts I need to do your most holy will:to honour ...

I've got a new spot for quilt beauty shots, the porch; it's perfect, I can set up the stand without dealing with wind, weather and other outdoor hazards. If you've ever tried to set up a quilt for outside photography you know that even the slightest breeze will turn your quilt into a giant sail!The location is perfect but the time of day wasn't-- I'll need to be careful in the future to make sure

I've got a new spot for quilt beauty shots, the porch; it's perfect, I can set up the stand without dealing with wind, weather and other outdoor hazards. If you've ever tried to set up a quilt for outside photography you know that even the slightest breeze will turn your quilt into a giant sail!The location is perfect but the time of day wasn't-- I'll need to be careful in the future to make sure