Run With Christ

Jesus defeated death by rising up after three days. This is marked as the final day of Easter. Final... the word bothers me. Final usually marks the end of something or the completion of something. Jesus' death made us new and therefore it is the beginning of new life. What does the word of God say? Matthew 28:1-10 (NIV) Jesus Has Risen 28 After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb. 2 There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the stone and sat on it. 3 His appearance was like lightning, and his clothes were white as snow. 4 The guards were so afraid of him that they shook and became like dead men. 5 The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. 6 He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. 7 Then go quickly...

Lays Lightly Salted...   I remember my post about "Sharing" and "Forgiveness". Sharing connects you to someone else on an emotional, intellectual , physical or spiritual way. Forgiveness is a journey of healing and finding freedom. So I'm of the opinion that "Speaking" gives you both. Saying what you need to say can cleanse you in whatever way it may be. Matthews 5:13-16 (ESV) Salt and Light 13 “You are the salt of the earth, k but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled under people’s feet. 14 l “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 m Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, so n that 2 they may see your good works and o give glory to your Father who is in heaven. How about - Li...

Mirror Mirror on the wall... What experience should I recall...? Reflection... standing in front of the mirror, seeing yourself, analysing who you have become... looking back at everything you have done up to this moment, seeing everything that has happened until now ... Who is that person staring back at you? Imagine you could see it all? Imagine that the time line in your mind was as clear as your time line on Facebook - what would you see? Good memories? Bad memories? Sad happenings? Happy moments? Great opportunities. Disappointing decisions? Which one will be the greater? The good or the bad? The word of God says the following about time: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15 (NIV) A Time for Everything 3 There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens: 2 a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot, 3 a time to kill and a time to heal, a time to tear down and a time to buil...

Lately there is a new craze with many people joining it and just following the trend- the "no make-up selfie" for cancer awareness. I got nominated to share my "no make-up selfie" on Facebook and so I did. Personally I think it is great to raise awareness about cancer but what I couldn't figure out was the link between 'no make-up' and cancer awareness.   I thought about it for a while. I looked at the photos of my other friends who shared their photo and saw their natural beauty.   I also read some of my friends'   views on this trend. Some are totally for it and other think that it is foolish and doesn't make a difference. It really made me think about it. Why ladies,   do we wear make up? What are we trying to hide? And what is the link between no make-up and cancer awareness? The skin of people with cancer usually become so irritated and sensitive that the "make-up" routine is skipped... Some still wear it, others d...

  Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. John 14:27 (NIV) I thought that starting with this verse is very appropriate. Peace... if only we can have more of it. Everyone dreams of a peaceful land and a peaceful world. We dream of peace at work and peace at home but we are never quite satisfied. We always dream of more and why not? To be peaceful is a great feeling. To know that there is peace in our world will be absolutely wonderful. But how do we start? Peace begins with yourself. Think about it... can you truly say that your heart is at peace with everything happening in your life? Are you truly happy in your relationship? Are you happy at work? Is everything okay between you and your family members. Is everything okay mentally? I know it might sound like silly questions but if we want peace we have to start making peace with the things in our lives that bother us....

“Patience is power. Patience is not an absence of action; rather it is "timing" it waits on the right time to act, for the right principles and in the right way.” ― Fulton J. Sheen Patience - it is a gift that allows you to accept or tolerate problems without becoming irritated or angry. Patience is also a fruit... Mmmm fruit is not usually the first thing to come to mind when we think of patience but I like the idea of thinking patience as a fruit. The fruit can either be bitter or so very sweet depending on how much you have - the more "patient fruit" the better. Have you ever felt that growling pain on your tummy when you are hungry? Some people get very irritated or whiny when they are hungry but if you have something to eat for example - fruit - the chances of becoming irritated are decreased. Psalm 37:7-9 (NIV) 7 Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they ca...

Have you ever noticed how some people just have an extra glow bursting from them? Have you ever noticed how some people's eyes have a luminous light shining through? I have... 1 John 4:12 No one has ever seen God; if we love one another, God abides in us and his love is perfected in us. If we love one another God is in us and His love is perfected in us because He is love. Who loves you enough to have the love of God shine through like a burning fire? I am sure that everyone can think of someone who loves you like no other person will ever be able to... I am lucky enough to have four people I can think of who loves me like crazy and I am lucky enough to still have them around - My grandparents! I have experienced the love of God through them. They have taught me about the word of God and His love. Whenever I would go to visit my grand parents they will teach me and tell me about God. I have one specific memory of my "Oumie" - one of my grandmothers. As a little gi...