Month: December 2023

It is that time of year again where I reflect on the year just gone and where I also look ahead to the year that is to come. This year has been exciting and eventful, we have been blessed and as I look ahead to 2024 I see great opportunity. It is  the season of reflection, so here are a few final thoughts for 2023, that I want all my readers to reflect on and maybe even act on; Bells and Baubles are so prominent at the moment on our Christmas trees and in our shop windows. The glitter and the tinsel sparkle in the festive lights, seductively drawing us… Read More

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I thought I would take an extract from my book Emails to Pastor Phil as this week’s weekly reflection. I believe it is very on topic. It is that time of year again when many Christian Leaders and Pastors start to get stressed and rushed off their feet. Christmas Programmes are being launched. The nativity set has been repainted but is not fully dry, the donkey has gone lame and you have a rooster instead of a lamb. The church roof has sprung a leak and the Kids church leader has informed you that Joseph and Mary have come down with the chicken pox. Your wife has phoned to remind… Read More

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Today’s Reflection is by my good friend Rob Aronson of Auckland New Zealand. Rob is the former Principal of the Assemblies of God Bible College and Now director of Fig Tree Ministries. There are many noble occupations one could aspire to undertake in life. Being a doctor, lawyer, policeman, vet, engineer, or a nurse, are all popular choices. Actually, of course, any occupation that provides an income for yourself and your family is noble. But what about being a minister of the gospel? Yes, it has the potential, if you are fortunate, to generate an income, but what about the nature of the work? Well actually, it is pretty demanding.… Read More

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