Hi, Troy here from Australia, welcome to Stop For A Moment (SFAM). With a love of film, television and stories, I dream of writing books (fiction and non-fiction) and making videos that might change the heart. Stop For A Moment will be a place where I can learn, practise and share messages of hope as I've come to know them. To see what's really important, we all need to slow down. This is particularly relevant when we face difficulties in life. Join me as I share some of my journey from an anxious, painfully shy teenager who thought God was up in the sky to where I am now convinced of His love (through articles, stories and videos). I'm a believer and follower of Jesus. I share this not to try and convert you, we all get to choose and I implore you to search Him out yourself but to be open about why I'm doing this. We live in a fast-paced and noisy world, it's difficult to be still and remember what's important and true. This is a life-changing journey and I hope to encourage you to find faith and keep your hope in Jesus.
The world is going through tumultuous times. People are frustrated, fearful and angry. Imagine the power when we Stop For A Moment to reflect and realise that there is hope. It’s found in God and through His Son, Jesus.
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The Objective in everything I'm doing here is SIMPLICITY.
Simple Living that slows down and engages in the journey
Simple Faith that truly believes and acts accordingly
Simple Joy that brings peace and hope both now and for the future
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Regardless of where you are with God, we all need hope and another way forward. I dislike the word religion due to the negativity it usually brings to people’s minds, often rightly so. This is not about that, it’s about the relationships between you, me and God. I believe every person is precious and made in the image of God. He has a plan for everyone and loves us all so dearly. It is true. If you need to learn that or need encouragement to keep walking in His truth, may you find something here to help and bless you.Â
Even a spark of curiosity for God is enough to change everything!
​The truth is what we believe impacts our whole life. I don't claim any expertise and unfortunately don't have all the answers. My hope is what I share will be of value to you, that it may help you see things differently. It is your choice to accept or reject anything I may say or write, I respect that. My style is quite casual because that's who I am, I prefer simplicity when that's possible (Note: this does not mean I’m very good at it right now). I desire to reach people who may think they are unreachable, there is hope dear friend. It's not about Bible-bashing, for lack of a better word, or judging people, I'm about sharing my hope with those who would like to receive it. I have undertaken some studies and am an Assistant Pastor in a small church. I'm embarking on this new chapter of life (sorry, no pun intended with the writer talk).
Perhaps I should address the elephant in the room, the name Stop For A Moment. One minute is 60 seconds. There will be many things here and in life that will take longer to digest. To Stop For A Moment is a decision we can make every day. Consider what silence of even five seconds in a heated conversation (or an argument) can do. It is powerful! Imagine living your life like that. Stop for an appropriate period of time for you and the situation. Why? So you have time to grow, learn, change and find another way to live.
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Life is short so Stop For A Moment (however long that may actually be) to be still and remember God is in control. Then we will journey into hope with God-given peace and purpose rarely found in our fast-paced world.Â
Briefly, my background has predominantly been in administration work. My story includes things most people experience; difficulties and struggles with relationships, a failed business, loss and mental illness. I hope you may be helped and encouraged by what will be shared from all these experiences. I'm on the life-long journey of learning as you go and decided to step out in faith with this website. We all need to listen to each other, communicate more clearly and Stop For A Moment before we act or respond. These are core values I certainly need to learn and apply to life.
It’s about real day to day life and God’s plan for all of us.
Stop For A Moment exists in part (we offer other products too) to show there is another way to live life. Another way to think, believe and act that will change your world forever. God is real. Jesus lives. You are loved. There is purpose and there is hope.
You're invited to stop and embark on the very personal life-changing journey with Jesus. One that releases the past, empowers the present and hopes in the future. A counter-cultural approach to renewing minds and healing hearts by the power of His truth presented through media, articles and stories.
Welcome Aboard
Hop aboard a train with me, not a super-fast modern train but a slow steam train. It will be a long journey with many stops along the way. We’ll travel on incomplete tracks and may even go off-track at times (this is a special type of train that can do that). We’ll find little out of the way places to Stop For A Moment and picnic. We’ll discover wonderful things, see untapped beauty and learn so much. If the train runs out of steam, we’ll stop right where we are and rest. There’s no rush on this journey, its purpose is to train us in truth (see what I did there). I hope you’ll join me as all journeys are more fun when shared with others. Let's go together! Thank you for taking the time today.
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