Christmas: Controversy or Consensus Paid Members Public
Christmas: Controversy or Consensus Roland Clarke In recent years western nations have experienced an increased chorus of criticism of Christmas and for Christmas to be divested of its religious meaning. Bans have been imposed on playing Christmas carols in certain schools as well as in shopping centres where there are
Childlike Humility: key to entering heaven Paid Members Public
Childlike Humility: key to entering heaven Roland Clarke Last month it was my privilege to preach on the longing for eternity that God has implanted in the human heart. I showed how relevant this theme is, especially when talking to Muslims. Then last Saturday things got really practical! I went
A child shall lead them Paid Members Public
A child shall lead them Roland Clarke Like many other parents or grandparents my daily routine involves taking C___ to school each morning. I play for 15 minutes before he goes into class. During this time I may smile and have eye contact with various kids and their parents. Interestingly,
Look on the bright side Paid Members Public
Roland Clarke Do you know that in spite of the global pandemic we have reason to smile? Last week I went grocery shopping. While paying the cashier, I handed him a short article, saying with a smile, “Here's a few thoughts that give a positive perspective on the
Impossible Breakthrough Paid Members Public
Impossible Breakthrough Roland Clarke As we enter 2024 I want to encourage you to keep looking to Jesus because with him the impossible becomes possible. Mary discovered this when the angel appeared and told her she would give birth to a son even though she was a virgin. The angel
Their Blood Cries Out Paid Members Public
Their Blood Cries Out Roland Clarke People around the world are struggling to make sense of the horrifying death of ten Christian aid workers in Afghanistan at the hands of Muslims. How is it possible that God-fearing people (the Taliban) could murder charitable workers ministering to needy fellow-Afghans who are
Beyond Breakthrough Paid Members Public
Beyond Breakthrough Roland Clarke If you enjoyed watching the movie Breakthrough perhaps you'll be interested to read my reflections. I would suggest that you ask yourself, “Was there any scene in the movie that particularly impacted me and why?” The scene that touched me most comes after the
How beautiful on the mountains are the feet ... (Isaiah 52:7) Paid Members Public
How beautiful on the mountains are the feet ... (Isaiah 52:7) Roland Clarke A picture is worth a thousand words My sister recently sent me a magnificent aurora photo that reminded me of the adage, 'A picture is worth a thousand words.' This photo turned out to be