In Perspective

When did  church and worship become centered around man? We sit during 'Sunday' (whatever day you have it) church and it’s become a program. Lots of noise and distraction. So many things happening. So many people talking. By the time we get to the message, the congregation is already tired from information overload and overstimulation. The message is the last one in, and it’s a sad thing that leaders feel the need to decorate Sunday worship with entertainment. Don’t get me wrong. Announcements. Fun segments. Entertainment. Connecting points. These are all important for fellowship. Just too many. And one after another. Shouldn't we finish our main business first? And that is to hear from God. And then after, we can hear from each other. Why has God’s voice become the last item? In a day and age when attention spans have shrunk so much, this is not a good thing. The Real Way to “Liven Up” Church Leaders think of ways to liven up the church and come up with a lot of diversi...

 Let God Teach You How to Do Life As we begin to comprehend and trust God's all-eoncompassing wisdom, foresight, and plans, we WILL sensibly desire His teaching and leadership over our lives. The human brain is capable of progressive learning. Our brains are continually learning and unlearning things everyday. In this age of widespread information and resource, our minds take in a lot of things day in and day out. We pick up new things, and, in the process, we may let go of some other things. We exchange one principle for another. We replace wrong notions with correct ones (hopefully). And so our brain is truly amazing in that we always have potential to become more knowledgeable, accurate, mature, discerning, understanding, and broad-minded with each passing moment. There is the danger of picking up the wrong things and replacing right principles with wrong ones. We see this happen all the time. People, God's People" letting go of their standards, convictions, and princi...

Lord, I’m not afraid of Your refining fire. It’s what I need. I’m scared. I’m ashamed. But I desire it. I’m so tired , Lord—feeling You far away, fearing I’m displeasing You every day, worried and convinced there are things unsettled, matters that need to be resolved. I bring everything to You. I bring myself. Not proud—bare and open. Your will, not mine, Lord. Burn all that hinders, deters, distracts, destroys, defiles. Consume them, Lord, if that’s what will bring me closer to You. I’m a no one, a nothing. Before You, I will reclaim who I am and be able to reach who I need to be. Father, I only ask You to be with me—to show Yourself, to accept me once more, to lend me Your fellowship and friendship. Years of living on this earth have taught me nothing, brought me nothing. I’ve only found more things that draw my heart and mind far from You. I’m tired, Lord. Exhausted. Frustrated. I need You. I have always needed You. I never lost sight of that. But it’s been difficult to have a sing...

  A Meditation on Psalm 23 Psalm 23 is one of the popular passages in the Bible. Famously known for its beginning line: "The Lord is my Shepherd." A meditation by King David, reflecting likely during one of his shepherding days out in the field: As I Am to Others, God is to Me 1 The Lord is my shepherd;   I shall not want. Whoever you are, whatever you do in this life - your role, your responsibilities, your obligations - remember that God does for you, what you do for others. This brings security and sufficiency ; to know that whoever I am, whatever I am doing right now, God is doing the very same thing for me. If I am a parent, a teacher, a friend to others, God is all those to me as well. In knowing this, I understand that I will not lack in anything. Ultimately, God supplies all I need to supply to others. All my output comes from the Source. This also brings relief and confidenc e. Everything others depend on me for, I can depend on God for in my own life. Everything I...

  This baked custard recipe is a quick dessert that lets you indulge in a sweet treat for low calories yet high protein content. It’s creamy, comforting, light, and delivers around 30 grams of protein while keeping calories under 250. Easy Low-Calorie 30g Baked Protein Custard Recipe Ingredients 2 large eggs (100 g) 250ml Light/Skim Milk/Alternative Milk (or a mix) 40g Allulose/Natural sweeteeners (4 tbs)  (or a mix)  Use less if stevia 15g Light Greek Yogurt (1 tbsp) Total: 245 kcal | Protein: 23 g | Fat: 11 g | Net Carbs: 13 g | Sugar: 0 g *calorie count varies per ingredient used (I used a mix of 190ml Light/Skim Milk and 60ml Unsweetened Almond-Coconut Milk - cal 238, protein  21g) Instructions Blend all ingredients and pass through a sieve/strainer for a smooth, silky texture. Pour into a 500ml dish.  Place dish inside a larger tray and pour hot water halfway up the sides (water bath). Bake 30–35 minutes at 160 °C, until edges are set and the center i...

Ever crave a slice of cake with your tea or coffee—only to end up eating more than you planned? That’s because rich, sugar-loaded cakes often leave you wanting seconds (and thirds!). They spike your blood sugar, then leave you sluggish, sleepy, or craving even more sweets afterward. Bake this easy, healthy low calorie Oat Flour Tea Cake to enjoy the pleasure of a sweet, soft, moist cake, without the heavy calories and without the sugar crash. It’s light, wholesome, and perfectly balanced so you can enjoy your tea break without feeling heavy or tired afterward.  Ingredients: 40g (1/3c) Oats for grinding 50g (5tbs) Allulose or other natural sweeteners (stevia, monkfruit) 1 Egg (about 50g) 60g (4tbs) Low-fat/light Greek yogurt 10g (2tsp) Butter for melting (or nut butter but higher calorie count) 5ml (1tsp) Vanilla extract Pinch of salt 1/4tsp baking powder Optional: zero or low-calorie fruit jams or spread to top Steps: 1. Preheat oven to 160 °C (320 °F). (skip preheat by using your...

Job 12:10 — “In His hand is the life of every creature and the breath of all the human race.”  We live in a time when there’s just too much going on. The influx of materials, messages, and resources is so massive that there’s little time to process all that we’re taking in. As if managing our own lives is not preoccupying enough, technology constantly exposes us to what’s happening in other people’s lives and around the world. We are like a ball rolling endlessly, with no chance to pause, reflect, or assess. Things cling to us along the way, and we rarely stop to evaluate what we should keep and what we should shake off.  There’s an endless stream of activity and constant noise. Meditation and reflection have become lost arts. We can hardly sit still and focus on one thing with full attention.  Concentration is fragile. We can’t stay present with what we’re watching or reading. We can’t fully listen to the person in front of us. Our minds are fragmented, our hearts distr...