Category Archives: Bible

Restorer of life

Posted on August 24, 2023 by Omondis In Kenya

A valley of dry bones would not be a nice place to visit. It would probably be reeking of death. A reminder of devastation. A morbid picture of things in the past. But the Spirit of God did not take … Continue reading →

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Always Good. Always Faithful.

Posted on July 26, 2023 by Omondis In Kenya

Great is Thy Faithfulness: one of my all-time favorite songs. The phrase “God is faithful” that we tend to use rather loosely may sound like a placating response to the challenges of life. It is much more. The verses we … Continue reading →

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Hearing His voice

Posted on July 20, 2023 by Omondis In Kenya

Each shepherd has a distinctive call that his sheep recognize. In the holding pen, several flocks mingle together. They separate when they hear their shepherd’s voice. It is dangerous if sheep start to listen to other voices indiscriminately. They could … Continue reading →

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In the fire

Posted on June 6, 2023 by Omondis In Kenya

Clay is not the only substance that has to be put through fire. Gold does as well. Actually, every precious metal must go through a purification process if it is going to become something glorious: either by electric current, by … Continue reading →

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The Treasure

Posted on April 3, 2023 by Omondis In Kenya

Our Potter. He not only makes us into something beautiful, He also comes to dwell within that which He has made. That Treasure is revealed as we open our lives to others. My pottery advisor explains that after the process … Continue reading →

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Something beautiful

Posted on March 6, 2023 by Omondis In Kenya

Imagine that you see an appealing piece of pottery—maybe an elegant vase or stunning bowl. Would you tell that pottery, “You really made yourself well!” No. You would want to give your commendation to the one who made it. Yes, … Continue reading →

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Heroes

Posted on October 20, 2020 by Omondis In Kenya

Today is Mushujaa Day (Heroes Day) in Kenya. While Kenya has many notable heroes, I want to honor the missionaries of DOVE Africa as heroes of courage and faith in our generation. As we continue to pray for a people … Continue reading →

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A Lump of Figs

Posted on July 27, 2020 by Omondis In Kenya

I walked into the doctor’s office armed with my latest PSA results. After giving the result slip to the receptionist, I knew they were now in my personal file that the doctor was holding. “How are you today, Reverend?” Professor … Continue reading →

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Have Your way

Posted on June 18, 2020 by Omondis In Kenya

In February, before Kenya had any closures or restrictions, our oldest, highly-insightful son said, “The world is going to be a totally different place by the end of this year.” My response was loaded with agitation: “What do you mean, … Continue reading →

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Conditional

Posted on November 19, 2018 by Omondis In Kenya

We had a rich and rewarding walk through the Bible over the last two weeks. To top it off, we read the book of Hebrews in our Sunday service. Written to a Jewish ‘audience,’ Hebrews really helps make sense of … Continue reading →

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