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The Archives - March 06

March 1, 2006

Tsunami run out | Matthew 25:13

There have been reports from various places around the Indian Ocean, before the Boxing Day tsunami, some coastal areas saw the ocean recede up to three kilometres.  [more]

 

March 2, 2006

Frog pond celebration | 2 Corinthians 5:17

After months of drought and dusty walking on my morning walk, following constant overnight thunderstorms and showers, I faced something new - a frog pond! [more]

 

March 3, 2006

Cold to warm | Psalms 91:15,16

It was a cool autumn dawn.  Sitting in front of an open window watching first light progresses to sun-up is a great way to start the day! Being autumn it is noticeably cooler... [more]

 

March 4, 2006

Wing strings | Mark 2:17

Growing up with an older brother meant we were always looking for new, fun and exciting pastimes. So one day, during ‘march’ fly season... [more]
 

March 5, 2006

Oxygen thieves | John 6:40

There may be some people in this world that you would consider ‘oxygen thieves’.  Crazy motorists, rapists, drug dealers, corporate swindlers, paedophiles, wife-cheaters… [more]

 

March 6, 2006

Default setting | Revelation 21:5a

On most pieces of software there is a default setting.  For those that aren’t very computer literate, pressing this button means the program will go back to its original setting. [more] 

 

March 7, 2006

Half-baked cake | Hosea 7:8

You followed all the mixing and preparation directions, even to double checking the oven’s heat. Then as you open the oven at the end of the baking period you notice something a little strange. Letting the cake cool for a short time... [more]

 

March 8, 2006

All rugged up | Mark 13:13b

It’s a fact – the night is always coldest just before dawn! And I can verify that! Being a morning person there are many times in winter when at the day’s starting a cool breeze blows through my open window. [more]

 

March 9, 2006

Open goal | 2 Samuel 12:14

Leaving an open goal in soccer or football is the worst sin, at least as far as any soccer coach is concerned! If you go to junior training you would hear... [more]

 

March 10, 2006

Sitcom laughter | Hebrews 10:7

I am convinced that it’s an American thing, but I could be horribly wrong! Sitting and watching many different TV sitcoms becomes... [more]

 

March 11, 2006

Fresh daily | Psalms 68:19

Having a daughter has taught me many lessons, and brought me many blessings! She is a baker, and like most occupations, it brings its rewards. [more] 

 

March 12, 2006

Two directions at once | Romans 6:23

Ever gazed into the sky and noticed clouds moving? [more]

 

March 13, 2006

How far can you see? | Jeremiah 29:11

In the morning I stood on top of my favourite hill, catching an early glimpse of the day ahead. The previous evening had seen rain...[more]

 

March 14, 2006

Oh no not again! | 1 John 2:1

The precious infant has been crawling for several months, standing up next to things and looking really confident on her feet. Mum, dad, grandparents, friends, all note the growing strength with plenty of ‘oohs’ and ‘aahs’. [more]

 

March 15, 2006

Thank you | Psalms 34:1

One of my current favourite tennis players, Lleyton Hewitt, was on centre court. The battle was both arduous and exhilarating. The crowd experienced every ball, every stroke, every facial expression and grunt. However... [more]

 

March 16, 2006

Flapping in the breeze | Romans 8:6

Today I want you to compare two different sails. On one boat, the sail is taut, tightened...  [more]

 

March 17, 2006

Child support |Psalms 139:5

There is nothing nicer than watching an infant learning how to walk.  Everyone around is absorbed by this little person who is concentrating hard, wobbling lots, and falling heaps. [more]

 

March 18, 2006

Petrol in the tank | 2 Peter 1:8

When was the last time you planning a driving trip carefully?  One of the last things you tend to double check is the amount you need for the journey. [more]

 

March 19, 2006

Drinking on the go | 1 Thessalonians 5:17

In my part of the world it’s wise to walk in the pre-dawn coolness in summertime. Usually the dew is still noticeable on the ground. [more]

 

March 20, 2006

Smashed fragrance | Psalms 51:19

Imagine taking your favourite perfume, the most expensive bottle, and throwing it onto the floor. The initial shock of ‘throwing away’ so much money... [more]

 

March 21, 2006

Shower conversations | Psalms 116:1

In my family real hearing loss happens every day. When I am in the shower... [more]

 

March 22, 2006

Fresh clean start | Psalms 32:1,2

As is my habit most mornings, well before dawn, my dog and I are out walking in the early freshness. Today was something special... [more]

 

March 23, 2006

The oven’s on | Galatians 2:20

Put yourself in this scenario for a moment. You’ve had this beautiful cake at a party, been given a copy of the recipe, and return home with the desire to make it yourself. [more]

 

March 24, 2006

Victory | Psalms 44:6,7

It happened in the Falklands in the 80’s; it is happening in Iraq at the moment; it occurs in smokers, drug takers and drinkers; it happens on union picket lines; in a teenager’s room; even in the stands at a football match - the sweet taste of victory! [more]

 

March 25, 2006

Overspray | Isaiah 44:22

It’s a habit I’ve gotten into recently when washing both my wife’s car and my car at the same time. Normally one is parked... [more]

 

March 26, 2006

Rejection point | Matthew 9:13b

On my driver’s license renewal I have a choice to make... [more]

 

March 27, 2006

Passing rain clouds | Jeremiah 17:7

There are not many things worse for a farmer than during dry times, than seeing moisture-laden clouds pass by his property... [more]

 

March 28, 2006

You’re invited | Philippians 4:19

Ever received an invitation to a dinner party at a friend’s home? [more]

 

March 29, 2006

Misinterpretation | Numbers 6:24-26

Ever met or worked with a person who regularly has a gruff looking face.  Your immediate reading of the situation says... [more]

 

March 30, 2006

SOLD| Romans 7:25

‘Going once, going twice, going… SOLD’!  The hammer crashes down! [more]

 

March 31, 2006

Facing my study | John 8:32

I had an internet technician come and install new technology in my home office. Ignoring all the technical details, he shifted things around... [more]

 

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