Clay does not shape itself. That simple image lies at the heart of Isaiah’s prayer: God is the potter; we are the clay.
Tag:Christian Living
Formation — Becoming Who We Are Meant to Be
Formation is happening all the time. We are shaped by what we practise, what we repeat, what we pay attention to and the people with whom we spend our lives.
God’s Grace Is Sufficient (2 Cor 12:9)
There are prayers we expect God to answer by changing the situation. We ask for healing, relief, clarity or release.
Humbling Ourselves Before God (1 Pet 5:6)
Humility is easy to admire in theory. We value people who listen, serve quietly and do not demand recognition.
The Strength Found in Weakness
We often imagine strength as the ability to keep going without interruption. Strong people remain calm. Strong people do not need much from anyone else.
Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit (Matt 5:3)
The Beatitudes begin in an unexpected place. Jesus begins with poverty of spirit. That can sound strange, especially in a culture that prizes…
Limits and Humility — Learning to Be Finite
We live in a culture that celebrates being limitless. Technology reinforces this mindset. Every year our devices become faster, our software more…
Choosing the Narrow Way (Matt 7:13–14)
Every day is filled with choices. Whether to speak or remain silent. Others shape the direction of our lives far more profoundly.
Authority as Stewardship
Authority is one of the greatest tests of character. It reveals what is already present within the heart.
The Danger of Self-Reliance
There is a quiet temptation that follows success. It rarely arrives dramatically. Instead, it grows slowly.