In the Christian faith, the principles of Time, Talent, and Treasure are deeply ingrained concepts that carry profound significance. Each of these elements represents a unique offering that believers can use to glorify God and serve their communities. Let’s explore the biblical foundation of these three concepts and how they apply to the contemporary church….
Author: Brother Sjambok
Vic is the creator and voice behind The Jubber Journal , where he shares personal reflections on faith, life, and his "Step Into Life" journey. Born in Zimbabwe and having lived across Africa and Europe before settling in the United States, Vic draws from a rich, global perspective and over three decades of professional experience in the printing and operations industry.
Through his writing, he explores themes of spiritual growth and resilience, chronicling his transition from a "man of the world" to a life centered on faith. When he isn't writing or managing operations, Vic is a passionate advocate for the "land of opportunity" and shares his story to encourage others to find purpose and renewal.
Navigating the Storms of Life: A Guide to Overcoming Constant Stress
Life often feels like a relentless storm—unexpected challenges and overwhelming stress can leave us feeling lost. Yet, amidst the chaos, there are ways to find calm. Here’s how to navigate these storms with grace and resilience. Whether it be finance, health or relationships, maybe it’s work-related or a shocking life-changing diagnosis, one fact that is…
Jesus Flipping Tables?
This is a question that has been asked time and again. Was it right for Jesus to walk into the temple and start flipping tables? Short answer is YES, and NO it was not a sin for Him to do so. For context, the scripture is: Matthew 21:12-13 Jesus entered the temple courts and drove…
We Listen and We Don’t Judge: Embracing Opposing Views in Christianity
There have been two occasions in my life where my own faith was confronted with the idea of “what should I do in this instance?” In 1999 my grandmother took a spill one night and her health began to rapidly decline. It was December 11th, my birthday, when we heard of her untimely incident, and…
From Lead Type to Laser Beams: What 40 Years in Printing Has Taught Me
In 1986, the world was a different place. The top-grossing movie was Top Gun, “holding the line” meant something you did on a corded telephone, and in the printing world, we were living in a land of manual paste-ups and darkrooms. I started in this industry nearly four decades ago. Back then, if you wanted…
Are We Predestined?
This is a question that has become synonymous with debating, arguments and much back and forth to prove either one point of view to be correct or the other. If we were predestined to either become followers of God or to be cast into eternal oblivion in hell, then the question has to be asked…
Defining Real Change
In October 2025 I started feeling “out-of-it”. The morning of the 20th I woke up at 3:00am with chills, nausea and dry-heaving. This carried on for three days, so Thursday morning I decided to head over to Urgent Care. When I got there, I explained what I was feeling like (death warmed up!) and the…
The Art of Slowing Down
The Pause Button: Your Secret Weapon for a Richer Life Let’s be honest: Are you actually living your life, or just racing through it? Our modern world tells us that “busy” equals “important.” We often wear constant stress and packed schedules like a badge of honor, proof of our value. But if you feel like…
Don’t Look a Gift Horse in the Mouth
Don’t Look a Gift Horse in the Mouth: Why Gratitude Trumps Scrutiny We’ve all heard the old saying: “Don’t look a gift horse in the mouth.” It’s one of those ancient idioms that has echoed through generations, but what exactly does it mean in our modern world, and why is it still so relevant? The…
Navigating Trials with Hope and Resilience
As Christians, we often grapple with the question of why suffering exists, especially when we strive to live a life pleasing to God. If we are following Christ, why do hardships still find their way to our doorstep? I look around at my fellow friends and believers and my own life, and the question beckons:…