Reflections and Musings

  • Phil 4:13 – I can do all things…

    Phil 4:13 – I can do all things…

    11 … I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through… Read more

  • My sheep know my voice

    I had some lovely conversations with my sheep last weekend. I don’t know who needed the serenity and connection more…them or me! They are really beginning to know us and trust us. They recognise us…they even know the sound of the back door now and will baa in anticipation of some sheep nut treats! They… Read more

  • Encouragement for today – strong and courageous

    Lord we wait for you. We all have desires on our heart, people we are praying for, situations we lift to you…and so we wait. We trust in your timing, we wait in anticipation of the marvellous things you are going to do. We wait for you to heal, mend our brokenness and light up… Read more

  • Encouragement for today – worry less

    Worry, anxiety, stress…these things can plague us so often. Jesus had some wise advice here in Matthew chapter 6. Advice that I find I have to be constantly reminded of. I am a worrier. A natural at it, actually. I have perfected the art of worry-insomnia. But here, again, God reminds me that he has… Read more

  • Encouragement for today – Find Rest

    Psalm 91 is one of my favourites. I love the imagery of God being our rock and fortress. a fortress is a pretty impressive place of safety and security. The imagery in this verse is powerful…we are to dwell in the shelter of the Most High. My God is big! Big enough for me to… Read more

  • Connect to the vine…

    Connect to the vine…

    Galatians 5:22-23 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Have you ever found yourself saying these things…”Today I am going to try really really hard to have patience…” or “Tomorrow I will do better…” or “I must have better self control…” or “I… Read more