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1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts set Christ apart as holy and acknowledge Him as Lord. Always be ready to give a logical defense to anyone who asks you to account for the hope that is in you, but do it courteously and respectfully.

He commands the rain (or the dogs)

14 December 2020 Some mornings, when I wake up, I can hear the rain playing on the roof. It is a very pleasant sound while I’m still snuggled up. But. I’m on the morning dog walking duty. And I’m fine … Continue reading

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Parenting is for thinkers

In the mornings on the train, I am reading Mathew Henry’s commentary on the complete Bible.  It can probably be considered the heaviest non-technical reading I have done in my entire life.  And it will take me a bit longer … Continue reading

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Is your church relevant?

I recently responded to a Facebook post by a good friend in South Africa who asked to tell more about the church that we attend in the Netherlands. I honestly believe CLC is fulfilling the purposes of God for this generation in … Continue reading

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Is marriage meant for divorce?

Another discussion at the office.  Since recently, I have an Indian colleague.  So, one day during lunchtime, there was a seven and a half second discussion about marriage.  The public opinion would have it that statistics prove that arranged marriages in … Continue reading

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Hillsong in Zoetermeer

I witnessed something last night, that I have never seen before. The Hillsong United band from Australia gave a concert in Zoetermeer.   We really enjoyed the worship & we sang along with all our hearts.  I listen to their music … Continue reading

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Reflections of Rome

I have never been to any place on earth that has such a rich history and so many references to things I have only read of and some I hold dear. Granted, I have not been in Israel yet. But … Continue reading

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God loves us; Or does he love rules?

‘Does your church also forbid the smoking of wiet (marijuana)?’ I am asked by one of my Amsterdam colleagues. And then he goes on to explain that Jesus drank wine, and wine is so much worse for you than wiet. … Continue reading

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Why should they believe

I often wonder about one aspect of faith: How do you make it relevant to the next generation?  I knew full well that my gandma believed and that she prayed for my salvation every day.  And I’ve written previously about … Continue reading

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The miracle moove

Quickly… Define LIFE. You have 15 seconds. No, no, no. Not THE MEANING of life, we’ve covered that last time. LIFE itself. I tend to think of life as the things that happen to you while you are making other … Continue reading

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Why in heaven’s name are we on earth?

In Acts 13, we read about the first missionary journey by Paul & Barnabas. They were sharing the good news, and in the middle of a sermon, Paul says this: “For David…served the purpose of God in his own generation” (Acts 13:36) … Continue reading

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