Choosing sides (I)

Judges 14:4 “His father and mother did not know it was from the Lord, and that He sought an occasion for assailing the Philistines. At that time the Philistines had dominion over Israel.” Leader, we have entered a time where the wisdom of man is increasingly exposed as foolishness. I bless you with an encounter … More Choosing sides (I)

Rest and rejoice

Leaders, and those who support them, should make the best of this time where most of the world seems to take it easier. ‘Rest and rejoice’ is thus the last blog for 2016. Lord willing, ‘Blessing Leaders’ will continue early 2017. May the wonder, peace and joy of this season fill your heart and home. … More Rest and rejoice

In the right place

1 Chronicles 26:5 “He sought God in the days of Zechariah, who had understanding in the visions of God; and as long as he sought the Lord, God made him prosper.” Leader, I bless you with close partners who understand the times we are living in and who have your best interests – and how these are … More In the right place

Well equipped

Proverbs 18:16 “A man’s gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men.” Leader, I bless you with not taking your gifts and talents for granted. They were given you to aid you on the road of becoming all that you were meant to be. At this time, where most people are winding … More Well equipped

Unrest’s invitation

James 3:16 “For wherever there is jealousy (envy) and contention (rivalry and selfish ambition), there will also be confusion (unrest, disharmony, rebellion) and all sorts of evil and vile practices.” Leader, I bless you with freedom from confusion in your own mind as well as among those in your sphere of influence. Guard your thoughts and examine your … More Unrest’s invitation

Tata toiling

Psalm 127: 1,2 “Unless the Lord builds the house, they labour in vain who build it; unless the Lord guards the city, the watchman keeps awake in vain. It is vain for you to rise up early, to retire late, to eat the bread of painful labours; for He gives to His beloved even in … More Tata toiling

High reward

Psalm 15:1-4 “Lord, who may abide in Your tabernacle? Who may dwell in Your holy hill?  He who walks uprightly, and works righteousness, and speaks the truth in his heart; he who does not backbite with his tongue, nor does evil to his neighbour, nor does he take up a reproach against his friend; in whose eyes … More High reward

Not nice, but necessary

Job 5:17,24 “Blessed is the one whom God corrects; so do not despise the discipline of the Almighty. You will know that your tent is secure; you will take stock of your property and find nothing missing.” Leader, I bless you with the wisdom to learn from your mistakes – especially those highlighted by another’s reprimand … More Not nice, but necessary

Thinking large

Judges 6:12 “And the Angel of the Lord appeared to him, and said to him, ‘The Lord is with you, you mighty man of valor!’” Leader, I bless you with the capacity to identify the true potential of those around you and to engage with them on a level honouring that potential. I bless you … More Thinking large

Living light

Titus 3:8-10 (The Message) “I want you to put your foot down. Take a firm stand on these matters so that those who have put their trust in God will concentrate on the essentials that are good for everyone. Stay away from mindless, pointless quarrelling over genealogies and fine print in the law code. That … More Living light