Jun 23rd 2011 -
When I read Paul’s writing in the New Testament, I often find myself wanting to shout “me too!” and “I know what you mean!”. Paul speaks straight into what it means to be human and a follower of Jesus. Romans 7:15 pretty much nails it: “I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not...
Jun 22nd 2011 -
Whatever you tell a fresher is true. I know it sounds rather pretentious and a little dangerous but the truth is, culture doesn't just happen, you have to carve it out. If we tell students that church is all about them, they will accept it. If we tell them that its a place just to come and receive they will say...
Jun 21st 2011 -
Only 5 long days until the hubby & I step onto a plane and head towards the white sands of a Turkish beach. The hours of trawling for bargainous internet late-deals have served us well. I must admit, despite my excitement that I am a more than a little jealous of the super-sized summer holiday you have ahead of you. 'You are what...
Jun 20th 2011 -
Two groups of athletes in Massey University, New Zealand were asked to cycle for 45 minutes on exercise bikes. The first group were watching an accurate clock and when they got to 40 minutes, they started to tail-off and their energy decreased. The second group had an inaccurate, slow clock that took 55 minutes for the clock to register at...
Jun 15th 2011 -
The Student Work Conference is one of the highlights of my year. Why? Because not only do I get to hang out with 100 other people who share my passion to see the students of this nation come to know our God who loves them, I also have the privilege of seeing those 100 people equipped...
Jun 14th 2011 -
"We aren't going to be able to keep you on I'm afraid". That sentence came from my boss last week as he explained that they wouldn't be able to work around my new university placement. Part of me had braced myself to hear this - it was expected - I felt peaceful. The other part felt like the rug had been...
Jun 7th 2011 -
My love for good holiday books tend to result in a heart-stopping moment as I place my luggage on the check-in scales to be weighed. I hold my breath as the weight creeps dangerously close to the 10kg limit. I haven't been fined yet, but I have had to do the awkward airport-floor suitcase reshuffle. What's more, I'm a naughty reader. With...
