Betrayal and revenge

Would you betray your friend in order to save your own life? Sometimes life puts you in a difficult position and you make bad choices. Jesus is betrayed by his…

United in Jesus name

Sometimes it seems churches always disagree and fight over details. But this is not Jesus’ desire. His prayer is that all Christians unite! I grew up in a reformed family….

No pain, no gain

Have you heard of the expression: no pain, no gain? Sometimes going through the pain is part of the solution. Jesus knows he has to face pain. I remember the…

The little details

What would you do if you knew something bad would inevitably happen to someone you love? Jesus prepares his friends for his suffering. I don’t know how you are wired….

What if….?

People often question God because the world is full of suffering. They blame God. What are God’s intentions with us? In the Netherlands there’s a tv-show called “What if?”. This…

Growing can be painful

In order for trees to grow and bear fruit, they need to be cut. The right way and at the right time. In our lives we can feel like we…

Left alone

Even when you are surrounded by people, you can still feel lonely. Jesus promises never to leave you. You might not see him but listen closely to hear his voice….

Is God a judge?

Everyone creates their own image of God. But it’s difficult to paint a complete picture. Jesus is the best reflection of God you will ever see. Everyone creates their own…

God is Love

What is your opinion about God? Does he seem harsh and far away? Jesus shows that God is love, even when we betray him. I don’t know your opinion about…

Serving as a leader

What do you think makes a good leader? Authority, strenght? Or being vulnerable? Jesus turns our thinking upside down and is unlike any leader you’ve ever seen. When I started…