When failure hits, it can feel final. Shame, regret, and fear can crowd out any sense of hope, leaving us convinced that we’ve gone too far to be restored. In this pastoral letter, Oggy writes to “Dan” – and to anyone who has ever felt spiritually ruined – with honest, practical counsel rooted in Scripture […]
An Unexpected Invitation Some moments quietly change the course of a life forever. In this personal testimony, one man reflects on how a simple invitation, a small prayer meeting, and a courageous step of faith at fifteen shaped not only his own future, but the spiritual journey of his whole family. From those early days […]
Finding words to pray when energy, time and clarity are in short supply Prayer is often presented as something spacious and unhurried, carefully carved out quiet times, beautifully written journals, and long, reflective conversations with God. But for many of us, especially in seasons of exhaustion, long shifts or emotional overload, prayer can feel hard […]
A pastoral letter for when life feels paused There are seasons in life when everything seems to slow down; when doors close, plans dissolve, or the next step feels frustratingly unclear. These “in-between” moments can feel empty or unsettling, yet they are often rich with unseen purpose. In this pastoral letter, written to Rachel but […]
Why names matter, and what the names of God reveal about who He is and who we are The name you have was chosen. The choice was significant and, whether you like it or not, will be bound up with your identity until you breathe your last – even then, it is likely to be […]
A Pastoral Letter For When It Feels Difficult To Forgive Forgiveness is one of the greatest challenges we face in our relationships; especially when the hurt feels one-sided and unresolved. When trust has been fractured and emotions run high, the idea of reconciliation can feel almost impossible, yet avoiding forgiveness carries its own heavy cost. […]
The Hidden Power Behind the Dreams We Carry Dreams are powerful things. They stir the imagination, move history, and sometimes even reshape the future. This world came into being from the very mind of God. Of course, not every dream carries divine weight; some are fleeting, fanciful or forgotten by morning — yet others echo […]
Understanding Belief, Understanding God: What Does It Mean To Believe In God?
This is another one of those popular questions that is out there in ‘the corridors of the ether’. It is a good question but the asker should realise that the answer has profound implications. The simple answer is that if a person truly believes in God, then he or she has to take God for real along with everything He says to us through His Son Jesus and through His Word, the Bible. That is a life-changing decision.
Lessons From a Lifetime with God Life with Jesus is rarely smooth or predictable – something Olaf knows firsthand. In this reflection, he opens up about the real highs and lows that have shaped his walk with God: the shock of illness, seasons of deep loss, moments of personal struggle, and, in contrast, the joy […]
Anger and Hatred: Close Cousins Anger and hatred are powerful forces that can destroy relationships, communities, and even nations. In the below reflection, this blog explores how these emotions often start within us, fester, and escalate if left unchecked, using examples from Scripture; from Cain and Abel to modern-day conflicts. Drawing on biblical teaching, it […]
