‘Dancing on Water – Living Above Life’s Circumstances’ is a collection of short faith-inspiring articles that are born from Bill Joukhadar’s 40+ years journey with God. These ‘life-tested’ articles are intended to inspire existing believers to live 100% of their lives, publicly and unashamedly by faith, in honour of God. They are also intended to interest possible newcomers to take a closer look at Christ and the Christian faith.
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It’s About the Cross
Giving some serious thought about the cross as we approach Easter causes me to reflect on the seriousness of this incredible sacrifice that Jesus paid for you and for me. I remember watching ‘The Passion of the Christ’ movie and being absolutely horrified at the cruelty and outright unfairness of it all. That Jesus would Read more
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Fruit Bearers
“Take delight in the Lord, and He will give you your heart’s desires” (Ps. 37:4). Whenever we follow our ‘natural’ desires the outcome will be any number of the following: “sexual immorality, impurity, lustful pleasures, idolatry, witchcraft, hostility, quarrelling, jealousy, outbursts of anger, selfish ambition, dissension, division, envy, drunkenness, wild parties, and other sins like these” (Gal. Read more
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My Word is My Bond
I cannot go back on My word for it is My Covenant bond with you.I am not a man that I should lie. It is not possible (Numbers 23:19).So therefore, if something is not lining up with My word then it is not from Me or of Me. You can count on My word. So, Read more
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Love God – Love People
“If we love God most, we will love others best”(Jon Bloom, desiringGod.org) In order to make us capable of love, God first changes our hearts. This is called Prevenient Grace – it’s this divine grace that prepares the human heart to freely choose God.1 John 4:19 (NIV) “We love because He first loved us” “I have Read more
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Behold the Lamb of God
This gentle and reflective song by Andrew Peterson is traditionally sung at Christmas as we celebrate and welcome the birth of Christ. However, as the lyrics progress, we are invited to understand the totality of the reason Jesus came. … Behold, the Lamb of GodWho takes away our sinBehold the Lamb of GodThe life and Read more
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I Am With You
“When you go through deep waters, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown. When you walk through the fire of oppression, you will not be burned up; the flames will not consume you” (Isa. 43:2 NLT). Do not fret about the year ahead. Yes, the darkness Read more
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Multiply Your Christlikeness!
Twelve months after serving on his team at Cairo, having observed what the Holy Spirit had accomplished in my area of ministry, Pastor Dave said to me, “How is it that you see leadership ability in the many people I walk past in our church?” I said, “It is my belief that every believer has Read more
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The Worst of All SINS: Part II
The ‘mother’ of all sins is a “proud look.” God hates this sin above all others because it describes people who are so full of pride that it shows in their eyes. “The Worst of All Sins – Part I” touched on the Description of pride, and the Dangers of pride. Today’s concluding Part II Read more
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Your Change Is Here: Part II
“Will the dead live again? All my days are a struggle; I will wait until my change comes” (Job 14:14 NCV) Change happens when we intentionally change the way we do certain things in life. Lifestyles or habits fully developed over the years can make or mar our lives. I hereby recommend the following areas Read more
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