Author: Distinctivemode
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Hesed | 2021
2020 was the year of ‘hesed,’ and so is 2021. Hesed is a Hebrew word for which we have no English equivalent. Hesed is a corporate, loyal, faithful, steadfast, tender covenant love. Hesed is more than a feeling. Hesed is an active loyalty, blessing and expression God’s covenant with us. It has power and backbone.…
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Mental Health & Wellbeing
Mental health issues today seem to be as easy to catch as the common cold. We are living in this deeply sad reality of a broken world, where our even own minds cause us harm. 2020 in particular has seen a rise in the level of mental health related problems in people. Trials, uncertainty and…
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BLM vs Sustainable Mission
Has the BLM movement diminished good done by missionaries? Disclaimers: a) I don’t for one second think that we should dismiss the BLM movement, b) what I’m indicating is that we could be in danger of dismissing something just as incredible if we don’t realise how wonderful mission is, c) I want to challenge people,…
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What ‘I Raise A Hallelujah’ Really Means…
The UK church has grown so greatly over the past few years. It has been my joy to see this and reflect upon what God is doing in our nation. Yet I have noticed a huge trend over the past year or so, in singing worship songs that speak against struggles, fear and hardship. “I…
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Like A Child
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Adventure Additive
Adventure. Are we raised to thrive on adventure? Are we constantly seeking an additive that adds flavour to our ordinary? I would describe myself as passionate. I’m determined. I had big dreams as a teenager to travel the world, go on mission trips, get into a top university, be the lead in my field… Today…