10 Years – What a Father!
I had to apologize to the mothers this past Sunday at the church where I was preaching, as the message was not going to be a typical Mother’s Day theme. Instead I wanted to share a scripture that still held a significant meaning for not just me but also my family. You see, 10 years […]
Don’t’ Miss Thursday!
Our world would be a different place if we didn’t miss Thursday. In fact what a change there would be in those who claim to be part of the family of God is we didn’t miss Thursday. In the text we have been pondering for the last few weeks we see Jesus indirectly telling Mary […]
Becoming a Beautiful House – Soothed
How our minds and the truths in scripture are intertwined continues to astonish me. Attending and speaking at the conference “Just Jesus” for Christian Counselors in the Cape Town area, was a blessing. One presenter in particular who shared research linking childhood trauma, the mind, and future addictions particularly caught my attention. For example when […]
Becoming A Beautiful House – Seen
This past Sunday my wife Patty and I were invited to join the Gospel Outreach Church in Masiphumelele to celebrate with them the remodeling of their building. About three years ago a generous gift was give to Oceans Ministries, which allowed us to contribute to this much needed expansion. In Africa everything moves slowly so […]
The Gardener Within
Remember Mary Magdalene crying that Sunday morning at the tomb? She addressed Jesus as The gardener!!!
How’s your heart?
Written by Mike Verkaik: How’s your heart? That is the question I asked myself and the team as we started several days of our kingdom encounter at Oceans Retreat Center. The Spirit placed it on my mind after reading Psalm 119:81 which started with the words, “I’m lovesick” (TPT) I am so blessed to […]
