As we celebrate Valentine’s Day today, let’s take a look at one of the earliest human institutions ordained by God…marriage. Since the very first wedding in a Garden, marriage has been a cornerstone of human society. In our prison ministries in Saskatchewan, we believe that marriage is one of the most […]
Daily Archives: June 5, 2024
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In Proverbs 18:24, we read, “A man that hath friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.” Jesus is that Friend who is closer than a brother. And He offers a friendship far deeper and better than we deserve. Here are 4 […]
Self-control has never been a popular virtue. Have you ever seen a t-shirt that says, “Faith, Hope, and Self-Control”? This fruit of the Spirit isn’t warm and fuzzy like love or soothing like peace. Instead, it speaks of grit, determination, and hard work. Self-control separates the men from the boys […]
“There is one safe and happy place, and that is in the will of God.” -David Livingstone From a small Scottish village to the heart of the African jungle, God called a young man named David Livingstone. He would become one of the best-known missionaries of the 19th century. […]
Forgiveness is not something that we as humans naturally do. We would rather hold a grudge or try to get even. We are slow to forgive and even slower to forget. In our prison ministries, we often deal with people struggling with unforgiveness, bitterness, and anger. But, when we lift our […]
In the dust of defeat as well as the laurels of victory there is a glory to be found if one has done his best.” -Eric Liddell Nicknamed the “Flying Scotsman,” Eric Liddell was one of the best known Christians of the 20th century. His stunning Olympic victory was […]
Every New Year is an opportunity to start afresh, to renew our vision, and to dream big for our future. Yet, along with its optimism, the New Year can also bring us uncertainty and fear of the unknown. What if my company downsizes? What if I gain weight instead of losing […]
As we approach the dawn of a new year, many of us are thinking about fresh resolutions and goals we want to make for 2018. Perhaps we want to hit the gym, learn a new skill, or travel the world. However, we should also make spiritual goals for the new […]
Over 2,000 years ago, a Child was born in Bethlehem. But He was not just any child. He was the Son of God Himself. And His birth marked the turning point of man’s history. Why did Jesus Christ leave Heaven to be born as a Baby? Here are 3 reasons […]
One of the best parts of Christmas is making memories with our families. We eat amazing food, we talk for hours, and we laugh out loud. However, we sometimes run out of things to do. The kids start to ask, “What are we doing now? How many more sleeps until […]