Kerina Hall Blog

“Two roads diverged in a wood, and I –     I took the one less traveled by And that has made all the difference                          “The Road Not Taken” An intriguing poem by Robert Frost.   Like the speaker, we too are confronted by cross roads.   Which road should we take?   After weighing the options we, like the speaker, eventually come to a decision. As I viewed the photo above of Trevor’s Way, Bridgetown, Barbados – which incidentally makes for lovely viewing and relaxation during the day – I was also reminded of the passage, Matthew 7:13, 14. “Go in through the narrow gate, because the gate to hell is wide and the road that leads to it is easy, and there are many who travel it.   But the gate to life is narrow and the way that leads to it is hard, and there are few people who find it. ” You know this is so true.   Often what is popular is not necessarily what is right or beneficial. Parents especially have a difficult time convincing teens of this truth.

“Giving up is not an option”                                                          Hozia Hinds How true are the words of Hozia Hinds, Barbadian Gospel singer!   And how applicable they are to all involved in ministry or any worthwhile enterprise. I think when we’ve started on that premise – not giving up – we are on the road to success.   Of course, hard work and commitment to the task at hand is needed. Unexpected circumstances often have a way of shaping (and unshaping) our lives.   But if something is important and will benefit others, then the idea of giving up is not worth contemplating. And so, the ministry/task must continue regardless of obstacles.   These adverse situations are part and parcel of the mosaic of our lives. They help us to grow and develop. Paul in 2 Corinthians 4:1 puts it entirely into perspective:   “ God in his mercy has given us this work to do, and so we do not become discouraged.” Because God is the giver and not man, we should neve

One of the fascinating aspects of Christianity is the idea of a personal Saviour.   One who is interested in the individual’s concerns. This fact resonated with me in a powerful way this Easter because of my recent illness and amazing recovery as a result of unceasing prayer. In the book of John we see Jesus’ post resurrection ministry to his disciples. First in the twentieth chapter, He appears to Mary Magdalene and comforts her.   Next, He appears to the disciples and shows a doubting Thomas the evidence he desires to prove His resurrection.   “Put your finger here, and look at my hands. Put your hand into the wound in my side. Don’t be faithless any longer. Believe!” (v27) In the next chapter Jesus appears again to the disciples.   This time he supplies them with fish – fish which he cooked Himself!   Then He issues this invitation:   “Now come and have some breakfast!” (v12 New Living Translation). What a loving and personal Saviour He is! After breakfast, in what

“The Great Physician now is near,                     The Sympathizing Jesus; He speaks the drooping heart to cheer, O hear the voice of Jesus!”                                            William Hunter A severe illness over the Easter weekend threatened to mar my celebration of Jesus’ resurrection. Thankfully, it didn’t.   Thankfully, I was able to call on the Great Physician who is on call 24/7 and who paid me a visit. What would we do without this great Healer, Confidante, Saviour?   He died to save the whole world, yet has the time to listen to the faintest cry for help. He is a personal God; interested in your situation, whatever it is.   He will not abandon you; but is there all the time, even when you don’t think so. Knowledge of His presence is not based on feelings, but on faith.   The Bible tells us in Psalm 46 that God is a present help in time of trouble, therefore there is no need to fear (vv1, 2). As human beings it is true that fear is a natural