The beginning of Thor: Love and Thunder sets the scene of a man staggering through a barren desert land. His daughter has just died and in his grieving state, he stumbles across the dry, hot, dusty land. He is the picture of suffering: Chapped lips, cracked skin, tears leaving wet trails across his dusty face.Continue reading “He’s One of Mine”
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The Desert Sings
The oppressive sun beat on the backs of the young children. Three months had passed since their arrival on the cotton farm; kidnapped from their homes by ruthless and merciless slave masters looking for free labour, they had given up hope of ever seeing their families again. Each day dragged on to the next asContinue reading “The Desert Sings”
Down in the Valley
It all started with a single loud shout. In seconds, we were surrounded by angry men waving guns in our faces, yelling and swearing. Chaos followed as I watched my worst fear unfold right in front of me. Moments later, I lay on the cold floor with the rest of my family, hands and feetContinue reading “Down in the Valley”
New Year, Old Promises
With the start of every new year often comes the feeling of hope. Hope that this year will be different. This year, those resolutions will be kept. This year the exercise routine will be strictly followed. This year, the devotional plan will be finished. This year, sin will be conquered and holiness mastered. Many doContinue reading “New Year, Old Promises”
When Evil Wins
We all know what injustice feels like. We know what it feels like to be taken advantage of or cheated. It is not a good feeling; it is horrible to watch someone charge you more than they should or do a half job when you pay them for a service. The feeling of injustice isContinue reading “When Evil Wins”
Home, At Last.
Home. A warm place. A place that, usually, brings feelings of fondness and nostalgia. It is a place that makes you feel safe and welcome. It is a place where you feel free to be yourself without worrying about what others think. Home is more than just a physical dwelling or brick walls. It isContinue reading “Home, At Last.”
To The Death
We need heros. In such a broken, dark and painful world, we need them. True heros are sparks of hope on this world’s backdrop of suffering.
Cultivate The Wonder
If you Google “most beautiful places in the world” you will see some pretty amazing things. Creation is filled with scenery that literally takes your breath away. From high mountains to deep oceans, we are surrounded by awe and wonder. Life itself is also filled with beautiful moments that bring many indescribable emotions and feelings.Continue reading “Cultivate The Wonder”
The Art of Resolve
This past week (or month, actually) has been pretty busy. It has been a combination of meeting deadlines, sorting through boxes of junk, and preparing to move house. Through the craziness and chaos, it has been tempting to look at the heaps of stuff, and long to do list, and become discouraged. It had beenContinue reading “The Art of Resolve”
When The Earth Shakes
I think we can all admit that it has been a crazy few weeks. Life has been a weird combination of days all blurring into one while still maintaining a somewhat normal routine. Personally, this lock-down has given me a lot of time to think and observe. I’ve watched the world respond to this crisis,Continue reading “When The Earth Shakes”
To The Heart 