Tuesday, December 15, 2015
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
Friday, November 6, 2015
Death
Death, an inevitable occurrence everyone will have to face one day.
A loved one just passed away and family members are now faced with having to cope with the deceased's absence.
What really happens thereafter ? Whats life like after death ?
This is the million dollar question the world grapples with and there are many theories available, depending on which religious view one looks at it with.
My take on all these is this.
Our physical life on earth is family orientated. Likewise the spiriual realm. We all have one heavenly father to whose family we belong, regardless of ones religious beliefs.
Jesus's greatest missions was to reveal our father's nature to us. For centuries and even today, many people believe god to be dualistic in nature... he is good if you are good and bad if you aren't ... an accusing finger on one hand and a thunderbolt in the other ?
God is, on the contrary unchanging in nature. He is love. He is light in whose presence there isn't any trace of darkness.
Examine Jesus closely and you will be awestruck knowing how lovely, compassionate and forgiving he is. You may want to read this in the New Testament section of the Bible.God took human form to experience our ups and downs and pain and anxiety and sufferings. He fully understands us. He is with us through our journey in life
The human race once rejected this God, and killed Him at a cross in Calvary some 2000 years ago. His accusers demanded for such sacrifice or penalty and God willingly consented with forgiveness
His spirit now is joined with ours and we live our lives with Him. Nothing separates that.
Heaven is where God is ... a NOW experience with Him. The journey is continuous from now into the hereafter. Experiencing Jesus brings an innerchange to take place deep within you which spills over and gives ability to love and respect our fellow human beings. Knowing God is one with us, gives one great boldness and calm assurance to face up to death.
You are important and you count !!
Yes the story is about you ... God's love pursuit of you.
Be of good courage,
We'll talk more soon.
A loved one just passed away and family members are now faced with having to cope with the deceased's absence.
What really happens thereafter ? Whats life like after death ?
This is the million dollar question the world grapples with and there are many theories available, depending on which religious view one looks at it with.
My take on all these is this.
Our physical life on earth is family orientated. Likewise the spiriual realm. We all have one heavenly father to whose family we belong, regardless of ones religious beliefs.
Jesus's greatest missions was to reveal our father's nature to us. For centuries and even today, many people believe god to be dualistic in nature... he is good if you are good and bad if you aren't ... an accusing finger on one hand and a thunderbolt in the other ?
God is, on the contrary unchanging in nature. He is love. He is light in whose presence there isn't any trace of darkness.
Examine Jesus closely and you will be awestruck knowing how lovely, compassionate and forgiving he is. You may want to read this in the New Testament section of the Bible.God took human form to experience our ups and downs and pain and anxiety and sufferings. He fully understands us. He is with us through our journey in life
The human race once rejected this God, and killed Him at a cross in Calvary some 2000 years ago. His accusers demanded for such sacrifice or penalty and God willingly consented with forgiveness
His spirit now is joined with ours and we live our lives with Him. Nothing separates that.
Heaven is where God is ... a NOW experience with Him. The journey is continuous from now into the hereafter. Experiencing Jesus brings an innerchange to take place deep within you which spills over and gives ability to love and respect our fellow human beings. Knowing God is one with us, gives one great boldness and calm assurance to face up to death.
You are important and you count !!
Yes the story is about you ... God's love pursuit of you.
Be of good courage,
We'll talk more soon.
Thursday, October 29, 2015
Thursday, October 22, 2015
The Middle East
The Middle East is poised to be one of the best places in the world to further your carreer .. no it isn't dessertland as most would assume. Its vibrant and modern on the contrary !
I myself, have in the past, been working in Saudi Arabia for 5 years.
You need to be a little adventurous for this. The work enviorment is really pleasant, with nice facilities ... then ofcourse the money is good also. Good opportunity for you to save up.
I'd be getting involved in recruitment quite soon. Please stay tuned, especially you young and energetic ones. Europe is just 8 hours from there !!
See ya soon
I myself, have in the past, been working in Saudi Arabia for 5 years.
You need to be a little adventurous for this. The work enviorment is really pleasant, with nice facilities ... then ofcourse the money is good also. Good opportunity for you to save up.
I'd be getting involved in recruitment quite soon. Please stay tuned, especially you young and energetic ones. Europe is just 8 hours from there !!
See ya soon
Monday, October 19, 2015
Teacher Sam: Refreshed
Teacher Sam: Refreshed: Just yesterday I met a homless guy and managed to strike up a conversation with him. The conversation lasted about 2 hours. Steve just pou...
Drop the Penal SubstitionaryTheory !
Sunday, October 18, 2015
Saturday, October 17, 2015
Dental visit
Pulled myself together to have a tooth extracted today. It really is a totally different experience nowadays, i must say, as compared to maybe 30 years ago.
The dentist skillfully administered 3 or 4 jabs around the tooth before the extraction. Somehow it wasn't as painful as I thought it would be.
Even the tugging process at the lower jaw bone to loosen the tooth was painless.
Within 5 minutes the ordeal was over !! Was about to say 'good riddens' but thought deeply yet again to appreciate that tooth ....having served me well for this many years.
Left the dental chair feeling elated and thankful
The dentist skillfully administered 3 or 4 jabs around the tooth before the extraction. Somehow it wasn't as painful as I thought it would be.
Even the tugging process at the lower jaw bone to loosen the tooth was painless.
Left the dental chair feeling elated and thankful
Thursday, October 15, 2015
Monday, October 12, 2015
Thursday, October 1, 2015
The power of compound interest
Sunday, September 27, 2015
The 'Abundan't life
I have noticed in the past, coming out of the church doors feeling unsettled in my heart as a result of the message I had heard preached from the pulpit.
Yes the message affected me as I tried to reason what was going on.
This was evident, I noticed, everytime the law or a mixture message was preached .. 'you're not reading the Bible enough' ; 'not pressing in long enough during prayer 'etc this awkwardness persisted.
Ever felt like that ??
On the contrary, everytime Jesus was preached and His beauty revealed through His finished work, I felt different. I was energized and liberated and joy returned.
Which tree are you feeding from ? The Tree of the knowledge of good and evil (Law) or the Tree of life (Grace) ?
The availability of the abundant life is for the now... Don't live a mediocre life but choose abundance instead ..
Feed from the Tree of Life !!
Yes the message affected me as I tried to reason what was going on.
This was evident, I noticed, everytime the law or a mixture message was preached .. 'you're not reading the Bible enough' ; 'not pressing in long enough during prayer 'etc this awkwardness persisted.
Ever felt like that ??
On the contrary, everytime Jesus was preached and His beauty revealed through His finished work, I felt different. I was energized and liberated and joy returned.
Which tree are you feeding from ? The Tree of the knowledge of good and evil (Law) or the Tree of life (Grace) ?
The availability of the abundant life is for the now... Don't live a mediocre life but choose abundance instead ..
Feed from the Tree of Life !!
Saturday, September 26, 2015
Meeting of One: Side Dish - Stir Fried Asparagus
Meeting of One: Side Dish - Stir Fried Asparagus: Asparagus is sauteed with onion and roasted garlic, just until it's slightly tender. Be careful not to overcook, to maintain crispness....
Thursday, September 24, 2015
Sunday, September 20, 2015
Update
Been sometime since I wrote. Connect with me on Facebook http://www.john.sam.90@facebook.com
I been tweaking with the internet world of late. Have much to share in the days to come.
Bye for now
I been tweaking with the internet world of late. Have much to share in the days to come.
Bye for now
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