Having it all?

May 25, 2026

What does “having it all” mean to you? Is it attainable?

This is a very interesting question from WordPress today. It is one that I am looking forward to seeing peoples answers.

I guess most people will approach this from the perspective of career, family, a nice home, holidays, and maybe money in the bank. My approach is a little different.

For me having it all means having Jesus. Jesus in my life as Lord and Saviour. Jesus is also my friend and He walks with me daily.

When I stop and reflect of the way Jesus described Himself in the book of John, I see He is all we need. Here are seven ways.

  1. Bread of Life – “I am the bread of life; he who comes to Me shall not hunger.” John 6:35
  2. Light of the world – “I am the light of the world; he who fallows Me shall not walk in the darkness, but shall have the light of life.” John 8:12
  3. Gate – “I am the gate; if anyone enters through Me, he shall be saved, and shall go in and out, and find pasture.” John 10:9
  4. Good Shepherd – “I am the good shepherd; the good shepherd lays down His life for His sheep.” John 10:11
  5. Resurrection and Life – “I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in Me shall live even if he dies.” John 11:25
  6. Way, Truth, Life – “I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father, but through Me.” John 14:6
  7. True vine – “I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser.” John 15:1

For me these I am sayings represent everything we need in this life and beyond.

I need bread and water that is both physical and spiritual. I need a Good Shepherd that will light the way and lead me on the right path to truth. I need to be connected to the true vine that will give me life – both abundant life now and resurrection to eternal life.

In short, I need Jesus. We all do. Jesus really is all we need. So yes, I believe you can have it all…if we have Jesus.

Let the Holy Spirit guide your life

May 20, 2026

Galatians 5:16 NLT – So I say, let the Holy Spirit guide your lives. Then you won’t be doing what your sinful nature craves.

As followers of Jesus we live in the world with all of its temptations. There are so many things around us that tempt us to sin and go against our desire to follow Jesus. In Galatians 5:16 the Apostle Paul reminds us that is comes down to a choice – following our sinful nature or allowing the Holy Spirit to guide our lives.

When we accept Jesus as our Lord and Saviour, the Holy Spirit takes up residence in us. It is the Spirit whom gives us power to be God’s witness (Acts 1:8), to display the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23), and changes us to be more like Christ each day (2 Corinthians 3:18). It is the same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead (Romans 8:11).

If we are wanting to live a life that honours God, it makes sense to allow the Holy Spirit to guide our lives. Not only does God expect us to live godly lives, but He gives us the Spirit to enable us to do it. He does not expect us to do this in our own strength, but in the His strength!

If you desire the Holy Spirit to guide your life, you can pray the prayer below…

Prayer

Holy Spirit, I desire in my heart to be a true follower of Jesus. Come and fill me afresh with Your love, peace and presence. Holy Spirit I ask You to guide my life. Give me wisdom, strength and help when I am faced with the temptations of the world. Guide me and lead me along the path of righteousness. Holy Spirit I submit myself to You afresh. Change my heart and change my life, so I will reflect the image of Jesus to those around me. Amen

What book surprised me?

May 16, 2026

What book has really surprised you?

The book that surprised me the most was the Bible. I did not grow up reading the Bible but in my early 20s I had a desire to read it. I got one from my local church and have never looked back. I have been reading the Bible for more than 36 years. I start every day with a cuppa and my Bible. It is my favourite book by far!