Many many years ago, I went a-holidaying at a maternal aunt's place. In her compound, was this mango tree, about three stories tall and filled with ripe mango fruits that were "good for food and pleasant to the eyes". Of course, I did not need the Serpent of Eden to whisper temptations into my ears... Continue Reading →
Aletheia
Forasmuch then as we are the offspring of God
Stigma
From henceforth let no man trouble me: for I bear in my body the marks of the Lord Jesus. Galatians 6:17 In the concluding parts of his "Gloves off" letter to the Galatian Church, Apostle Paul gave this parting salvo. In his epistle to the Galatians, he had been trying to warn them of pretentious... Continue Reading →
Being Strong
Strength is one of the vital qualities necessary for human survival. In feudal times, the weak bowed to the strong, and only the strong ruled. In modern times, not much has changed. Whether on a large scale (for example international relations) or on a "smaller" one (e.g. powering through life's obstacles to attain life goals),... Continue Reading →
Green Pastures
On most days, I'm quite the shy type. I thus try to avoid situations that bring me before, or into contact with many people ("strangers")- this includes walking on busy roads. If there's an alternative route that's relatively less busy than the usual route, I'm most likely going to take it, regardless of whether it's... Continue Reading →
