Tag Archives for perseverance
Finishing well
The other day I was working out on my exercise bike. When I’m on my bike, I set a goal, and I try to push myself and fight the temptation to quit. I was getting winded, and so I asked … Continue reading
Knocking on heaven’s door
This morning at church, I did something perfectly ordinary. I left my seat and stood in the aisle to let Grace pass by so that she could sit with her older sister and her parents. We had just finished singing three beautiful … Continue reading
In season and out of season
September is not the season for beans – at least not in this part of the world. Beans are usually picked in July, maybe in early August, but by September they are long gone. Let me introduce you to my … Continue reading
Was blind but now I see
Yesterday I met a man who prayed for my salvation over thirty-five years ago, when we were both students at the same college. Until yesterday I had not known that he had been praying for me, and he had not … Continue reading
Seeds of life
Today Marion’s parents celebrated sixty-five years of marriage. A simple family celebration marked the occasion. Later, as we said our good-byes, I thanked my parents-in-law for getting married, pointing out that had they not done so, I could not have met … Continue reading
What is our hope?
I live in the midst of a community of (mostly-young) believers who are passionate in their insistence on seeing their world transformed by the gospel. I am inspired by their passion. At the same time, if we insist that God … Continue reading
Going for the gold
The Vancouver Winter Olympics are underway! After months of anticipation, the games are finally a reality. Go, Canada, go! Like most Canadians, I have been enjoying the games. The opening ceremonies were spectacular and did a good job at honouring … Continue reading
Lessons from Physiotherapy
Almost two weeks ago I began a process of physiotherapy to reestablish function in my left shoulder. This became necessary as a result of a cycling accident a few weeks ago which resulted in a dislocated shoulder, a badly sprained … Continue reading
When God puts your life on hold
My son Joe broke his ankle last weekend. We were visiting friends from our former house church in Russell, and had planned a game of ball hockey on the outdoor court in our old neighbourhood. We had done this dozens of … Continue reading