Pray with us

I sometimes find it helpful when people keep me accountable to pray. Because prayer is such a private devotion at times, we feel awkward to do this, but I think it is necessary. So I am inviting you all to join us in a day of prayer on Saturday (1st October). Pray where you are or join us at Wesley between 8am and 3pm. Pray for anything and anyone - pray for 5 minutes or 5 hours. Just pray.

1 Corinthians 14:15 - So what shall I do? I will pray with my spirit, but I will also pray with my understanding; I will sing with my spirit, but I will also sing with my understanding.

Living in Grace
D3LM3

Teresa of Avila

I never quote people because I want to glorify them, but I recognise that often God has given them a deeply profound insight that blesses me. Teresa of Avila is one of the Christian Mystics who has inspired millions of people. Her 'success' is only founded in her love of Jesus. Read some of her insights that I have quoted below:

“To have courage for whatever comes in life - everything lies in that.”

“There are more tears shed over answered prayers than over unanswered prayers.”

“Let nothing disturb thee; Let nothing dismay thee; All thing pass; God never changes. Patience attains All that it strives for. He who has God Finds he lacks nothing: God alone suffices.”

“It is love alone that gives worth to all things.”

Living in Grace

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I Care cycle tour

A group of young cyclists have just finished a tour from Jo burg to Durban. What has made this trip remarkable is that they have completed this journey in 4 days - that's an average of 160 km's a day. I am tired just thinking about riding for that long:)

They have done this all in aid of "I Care" - an organisation which seeks to rehabilitate street children. Their commitment is an inspiration to many and we pray that their Cycle Tour will help set up a shelter in Pietermaritzburg. If you want to check out their Facebook page click on this link - They are still looking for donations towards the "I Care" ministry.

Thanks for the inspiration guys - Mike, Paul, Darren, Jane, Brad, Quin, Stu and the others...

Living in Grace,
D3LM3

No great man ever complains of want of opportunities.
Ralph Waldo Emerson

All shall be well

Julian of Norwich is best known for the following quote:

“All shall be well, and all shall be well and all manner of things shall be well.” (She does repeat the first part on purpose:)

These words speak of her incredible faith in Jesus, because she was not going through a good time when she wrote those words. Sometimes we need to claim the promises of God, despite how we are feeling. Faith requires action. 

This is another one of her thoughts...

“Let nothing disturb you. Let nothing frighten you. Everything passes away except God.” 

Be blessed by the Spirit of God.

Living in Grace

D3LM3

Lesson from the Mystics

I am currently leading my church history students through a study on the Christian Mystics. I find so much inspiration in the lives of people like Thomas a Kempis, Julian of Norwich, Meister Eckhart, St John of the Cross and Teresa of Avila. I would love to share some insights with you, from these humble Christians. Hopefully I will get to include a quote from each of them, over the next few days. May you be inspired by these words from St John of Cross today:

“In the evening of life, we will be judged on love alone.”

“In tribulation immediately draw near to God with confidence, and you will receive strength, enlightenment, and instruction.”

Living in Grace,
D3LM3

No matter what!

When Peter wrote to the early church he wanted to encourage the Christians to keep the faith and to believe that God was with them, no matter what they were facing.


“My purpose in writing is to encourage you and assure you that the grace of God is with you no matter what happens.” – 1 Peter 5:12 (NLT)

May you know that God is going to be with you today, NO MATTER WHAT HAPPENS!

Living in Grace,
D3LM3

You call out the stars

I had the privilege of sharing in the confirmation service at the Wykeham Collegiate School today. During our time of worship we sang a wonderful song called 'You call out the stars' - these are some of the words of the song:

"When I think the closest star is more than a million miles away
I can't even dream, how great you are
When I think that all I have is what you've given me
I'm so thankful Lord, so thankful Lord.

When I think you walked on water and calmed the raging seas
I am overwhelmed, how great you are
Amidst the storms and troubles, Lord beckon me
To walk on water, I'll walk on water.

To whom can I compare you, Holy One
Who is your equal, Lord there is none
There is none besides you, how great you are
There is none so worthy, how great you are
How great you are, Lord, how great you are."

Living in Grace,
D3LM3