In the past few weeks, Linda and I have had the joy of taking part in several gatherings for friends of Heritage. We’ve been in Barrie and London for lunchtime receptions and hosted several gatherings in our home. It’s been…
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The Worn Out….
Everyone gets there from time to time. Completely worn out. There’s a book for women called, The Worn Out Woman. The limp flower on the cover pictures her well. When looking for Scriptures to encourage the worn and weary, one…
Graduation Celebration
Graduation weekend at Heritage was a memorable one indeed. The Grad banquet on Friday night was a time to commend students who received awards and to commission graduates to shine the light of Christ wherever they go. On Saturday morning,…
Why Bible School or Seminary? (Part 2)
I recently had a conversation with an engaging young man. He’d once considered attending Heritage but didn’t see how Bible school played into his future business plans. From time to time, I’ll present some of the reasons I’m convinced Bible…
If Agur, son of Jakeh, had been Canadian
Have you ever heard of Agur, son of Jakeh? You may not think so, but you actually have if you’ve read the book of Proverbs. Agur is the sage who is credited with the collection of sayings in Proverbs 30. …
A Spoonful of Doctrine
In some circles, doctrine has a bad name. Doctrine may be good for you, some say, but it's sure hard to swallow. Doctrine is seen as the spiritual equivalent of Buckley’s Cough Syrup (official motto: “It Tastes Awful. And It…
A Grande, Americano Cup of Diversity
Recently, at a company meeting, Howard Shultz, CEO of Starbucks fielded a comment from a shareholder complaining about Starbucks’ endorsement of same-sex marriage. Shultz responded by saying that Starbucks chooses to “embrace diversity. Of all kinds.” The crowd burst into…
Why Bible School or Seminary? (part 1)
Let’s face it—not everyone’s convinced of the value of a Bible School or seminary education. How will it lead to a good paying job? Isn’t it a luxury, not a necessity, for those involved in ministry? Is it really strategic…
The Most Compelling Message Ever
The message of Good Friday and Easter Sunday is the most compelling message ever. Bar none. Period. Nothing in fiction can touch the sheer drama of this non-fiction, historical account. There is no tragedy more poignant than the Bible’s account…
Eyes to See
They tell me dry eyes are a problem. A real problem. Evidently, doctors have cures for those who suffer from dry eyes. Actually, most of us suffer from dry eyes from time to time. If not from dry eyes, then…
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