Easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle. Today I had a technical problem. It is not the first time recently though I pray it may be the last. A glitch with the security of my mobile phone this morning. Likewise a problem with the storage on my phone last … [Read more…]
“Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” Matthew 4:17 Today is our day off from study. A day reserved for rest and reflection. I had decided that what we would do once a week is have a trip out somewhere like the coast as we are surrounded by some wonderful places here … [Read more…]
There was a strange happiness with the local people after breakfast this morning as a rare thunderstorm brought heavy rain from the western hills overlooking the Sea of Galilee. The temporary outbursts of rain brought localised flooding on the floors, and springing leaks from the ceilings. A lady explained briefly her pleasure that this … [Read more…]
Well praise the Lord for His favour. Today we decided to head up to the north of the sea of Galilee, probably to Capernaum and then follow the lake back westwards over the Mount of beatitudes where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the mount. Then on to Tabgha, Dalmanutha and Magdala on the way back. … [Read more…]
The sun over lake Galilee Boat on Sea of Galilee Fisherman on Lake Galilee Sun over boat on lake Galilee The palm trees around our Hotel Mark 1:16 This morning, up early on the rooftop area of the hotel, it was a delight to hear nothing but a distant incessant chatter of small birds … [Read more…]