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Today's Thought - The Archives - June 05
Deflated tyre | Ephesians 5:18 You are driving along and something doesn’t feel right. The next corner you drive around feels a bit different to normal, like the car is wandering somewhat. Then you brake at the next set of lights and... [more]
Cold water burst | Psalms 42:11 There are times when, because of our work commitments, my wife and I need to be in the bathroom together. I usually try and get the showering part completed first, and then... [more]
Cattle dog desire | Matthew 28:19,20 Having had a cattle dog in the family for a few months I am beginning to understand the habits and needs of this intelligent creature. [more]
It was only a moment’s glance, but it captured so much of my attention. Standing outside a bistro entrance was a gentleman ready for breakfast. He had one last task to do before going inside – to find a place for his cigarette butt. [more]
Front porch lights, back verandah lights, car lights, and bug zappers all do the same thing – they attract insects towards them. But bug zappers add the extra dimension of bringing the insect to their death. [more]
Believing beyond seeing | Hebrews 11:1 The mountain was majestic in my mind. The intricacies of the tree shapes, the clouds that regularly hovered around its slopes and peaks, and the overall mystery of the view from the top - this was the mountain of my childhood! [more]
Living the dream | Psalms 37:4,5 The ten year-old was walking along the roadside returning home from school. In his hands was the most precious item in his life at this point – a football. Every few steps he would throw a ‘fake pass’ or a ‘dummy’, mimicking his famous rugby league hero. He was living his dream of becoming a future rugby league legend! [more]
Miner's lamp attached | John 8:12 When was the last time you were in a cave? Close your eyes for a moment and revisit the quietness, the peacefulness and the intense darkness - so thick that you can’t see your hand in front of your face. [more]
It's been a week | Psalms 66:20 A week ago we had a huge thunderstorm pass over our house. Despite the fact that I am usually fascinated by this natural phenomenon, I was so absorbed in my computer work I failed to turn off my electronic equipment. [more]
Technical to terrific | Romans 8:28 During the first 17 years of my life a great percentage of that time was spent learning the intricacies of the piano, with hours of scales, arpeggios and melodies of increasing difficulty. [more]
Lantana always grows back | Ezekiel 36:26,29 Through many scratches and lots of sweat, I learnt something a long time ago. Let me explain… [more]
Fishing boat slipstream | John 15:15 Sitting in the surf the other morning next to a river mouth proved to be a fascinating experience. Just on sunrise fishing boats started to appear on the horizon, headed towards the river entrance, returning home. [more]
It doesn't matter |Matthew 6:33 How many times have you looked in the mirror and wished that you looked different or better? How often have you seen someone with a noticeable blemish on their face? As you get to know that person, you find that... [more]
Early morning sprinkle | Psalms 128:6 Autumn is a really special time of year in my part of the world. The heat of summer has eased, sleeping is much easier, and people have more zest for life. The intriguing thing is the frequency of the early morning showers. Almost everyday... [more]
Cuddle brings smile | Colossians 2:10 Yesterday I saw a beautiful photo of my young nephew, Samuel. Picture in your mind an active little fellow who has just tripped over, hurt himself and is crying.... [more]
Living in the rear view mirror | John 10:10 Imagine driving along a road on a pleasant sunny day. Suddenly a car flashes past you, narrowly missing your vehicle, travelling in the opposite direction. Your first reaction is to... [more]
Keep that diamond exposed | James 5:16 I have noticed something in my two teenagers as they are growing up. They act differently when it comes to putting out the rubbish. As a parent, I have regularly instructed that the goal of ‘rubbish removal’ is to have a hygienically tidy area, and empty bins on a daily basis. [more]
Have you heard a
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Laying the foundation | Romans 12:4b,5 During my last holidays I had a chance to put in a pathway laid with 100 year-old brick. The individual bricks looked wonderful, showing lots of character for their long lives as part of a kiln. [more]
Last week some friends came back from a holiday in New Zealand – the home of the modern bungy!. On video I watched Karl, the 14 year-old, jumping into a ravine using the traditional “1-2-3” launch sequence. Having never ‘bungied’, I couldn’t resist asking... [more]
As I woke this morning, well before sunrise, I looked into the sky to be met by an intriguing sight – clouds that should have been totally invisible in darkness, softened with an eerie pink colour. The phenomena only lasted about... [more]
When my son was in Year 10 his school provided a one-month outdoor educational opportunity. A key part of this was a focus on teens developing their self-confidence through completing various physical challenges. The most demanding adventure... [more]
Winner’s only lottery | Revelation 19:9 The big announcement happens this Monday night. It is being advertised on television, radio, newspapers, magazines, the web, sky writing…you name it, the promotions are happening! On the last weekend of this month, the world’s most unusual lottery... [more]
In learning to swim I recall struggling beyond measure. Every lesson I kept being like a stone and sinking to the bottom. Constantly the battle against the fear of drowning... [more]
“This is the best game,” heaved one of my students whilst being chased by the opposition. If you stood back and watched you would seriously wonder what was going on... [more]
Undoing the Christmas wrappings | John 3:16 Scott, a favourite uncle of my children, was staying with us for a few days during the festive season, and we all wanted to do something special for him. The family had purchased a special present for Uncle Scott. It was small but extremely... [more]
Predictably unpredictable! | John 10:10 Melbourne weather… Betting at the races… The stockmarket... Some people’s moods! The list goes on!! What things do you know that are unpredictable? [more]
Remembered to overcome | 1 John 1:9 A long time ago when attending teacher’s college a smell impregnated itself in my memory. The odour of cooking Weetbix – an Aussie breakfast cereal icon - will always be prominent in my life. [more]
Mist in the valley | Colossians 3:10 With autumn just arriving in the last couple of days it brings a cooling morning breeze, the nip in the air, the need to put on a blanket, and the delicately draped valley mist. Driving or riding through the mist can be an ethereal experience. [more]
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