"Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life" (Proverbs 4:23). This verse brings an important reminder to everyone of us: the condition of our hearts will determine the calibre of our lives. If that's…
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Tips for Teachers: How to Get People Listening
As preachers and teachers, we need to earn the interest of our listeners rather than assume they are interested. I realize the word “earning” may not qualify as one of your favourite words. Afterall, we preach a gospel of grace.…
When You Feel Like Quitting: Learning from Jeremiah
The prophet Jeremiah wasn’t a quitter, but there were days he wanted to quit. Read what he lived through over the course of his forty-year ministry and you will understand why he wanted to resign. God gave him one of…
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Wise Men (and Women) Still Worship Him (Revisited)
Each Christmas I revisit Matthew’s account of the Magi who came to worship the infant Christ. Here's a repost of a devotional reflection and original song based on what we can learn from the Magi about worshipping Jesus. “Where is…
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The Christmas Story in Three Minutes (revisited)
How would you summarize the Christmas story in three minutes? Here's my answer.
Praise and Prayer Update (November 16, 2024)
As we finish up a very full week, I want to give thanks to God and express my gratitude to all of you who read these updates and make a point to pray for the requests I highlight. In the…
Praise and Prayer Update (November 8, 2024)
As we head into the weekend, we have several praise and prayer items to pass along. Praise: Open Toronto Initiative: We are thanking God for leading us to join forces with EveryEthne to help with their Open Toronto Initiative. Linda…
Praise and Prayer Update (October 12, 2024)
On this Thanksgiving weekend in Canada, it's a perfect time to practice Psalm 103:2: "Bless the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits." One of the reasons I'm thankful this year is for friends far and near who…
Praise and Prayer Update (October 4, 2024)
From time to time, I post an update that highlights reasons for praise and requests for prayer. Here's the latest update.
What Preachers and Teachers Can Learn from Baseball Players
Even if you don't follow baseball (or if you gave up on the Blue Jays this season), there is still something you can learn from baseball players. Especially if you are a preacher or teacher.
Rick and Linda Reed 