Luke takes our focus back to the church in Jerusalem and we witness 4 P’s. Persecution arises which in turn leads the church to Prayer. God then Providentially delivers Peter and justly Punishes Herod for his pride. As these things unfold, we are reminded that the Word of the Lord will continue to increase and…
We are introduced to the very first Gentile church recorded in Scripture and this marks a pivot away from the gospel exclusively going to Jews but to the wider world. This is such a momentous event, it is in Antioch that believers are first called Christians.
We are restarting our series in the book of Acts some 7 years after we paused in Acts 10. As we recommence, we reflect on the significance of Gentiles being saved and added to the church. If Acts 10 is the Apostle Peter grappling with this foreign concept, Acts 11:1-18 is the church in Jerusalem…
In a fractured and divided society, how sweet it is to find unity and peace. We are reminded that true peace begins with God and works itself out in the life of the family of God. Will we prize unity? Do we protect and preserve? Are you prepared to pursue and promote?
What is Zion? Is she splendid or a scrapheap? This Psalm challenges our perceptions of the church, her purpose and place in God’s plans.
After 10 weeks in lockdown, we may be asking the question: What does God want us to learn from this season? This message reviews what the Bible teaches about plagues. What are plagues? Where do they come from? Why do they occur? What are we to learn and apply?
After weeks of lockdown we may be overly familiar with the failings and shortcomings of our earthly homes. Psalm 84 reminds us of the beauty and loveliness of God’s dwelling place. It is a home welcoming to all, especially those feeling their weakness, need and insignificance.
What makes you most happy and is it lasting? The Psalmist reminds us that true and lasting happiness is only found in the forgiveness experienced in the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Lockdown has many limitations but it also has one great benefit. It causes us to slow down, stop and consider. The Psalmist meditates on the eternal and everlasting nature of God and recognises the temporary nature of his existence. This is an invaluable lesson for those living a fast paced life and helps to give…