“Just One!”
Recently Patty and I returned from hanging out with friends in the hotels on East Colfax. We celebrated a friend’s birthday complete with ice cream, party hats, and singing along with Scripture reading and prayer. The evening was special indeed, but as we drove home we both felt blessed and burdened. The addictions, poverty, and […]
A Prophetic Picture for South Africa!
I asked Ray Haakonsen, Oceans SA Ambassador, to write a blog on the incredible win of the South African rugby team and how it is a prophetic picture for the country. On Saturday, November 2, 2019 South Africa WON the Rugby World Cup! In the final match the Springboks convincingly trounced England. For those of […]
Finding the Church!
Adrianna Weeda will turn 101 years young on December 26, 2019. I truly mean, “young” as when you are in her presence you will feel a youthful joy from her quick wit and spirit of contagious gracious love. Patty and I were honored to see her at the 50th anniversary of CrossPoint Church in Chino, […]
Being Part of the Wave!
Written by Ray Haakonsen Just over 5 years ago Tim Spykstra, a pastor of 23 years in various CRC churches in the USA, whilst praying on a beach in California, sensed a whisper from ABBA regarding his being a part of a movement called “Oceans”. Father whispered to Tim “Now is the time to devote […]
Quantum Physics and God’s Transforming Love
Have you every walked into a room and felt an overwhelming sense of joy and peace? It is hard to explain, but the people present permeated the room with a fragrance of love that made you feel accepted and energized. Or have you felt the opposite, where the vibes in your gut revealed something is […]
Reminders from the River – Living in the Flow
Can you find the “river” in the picture above? Can you see it among the 2000 years old southern steps that used to lead into the temple mount where King Herod’s temple stood in Jesus day? Let me help you in case your eyes can’t locate it. This ancient site is one of my favorites […]