Romans 12.12 occurs in the middle of a section of Paul’s letter that talks about the marks of a “true Christian.” This week, Rev. Jim looks at Paul’s three imperatives in v.12, and how joy, patience and prayer can ease our often troubled lives.
In the first chapter of 1 Peter, the apostle focuses mostly on the church as a metaphor for kingdom living. At the beginning of chapter 2, Peter breaks away for a bit and turns his attention to the spiritual health of the suffering church. This week, Rev. Jim explains Peter’s encouraging and healthy framework for … Read more2020 05 03 Sunday Worship “Milk and Stones”
Psalm 77 urges us to remember what the Lord has done in our lives. Recalling these moments from yesteryear, helps us to reflect on God’s faithfulness today. On this anniversary week, Rev. Jim recalls our move to our current place of worship, while reflecting on Job’s illustration of God’s faithfulness. Can we trust God even … Read more“Recalling God’s Faithfulness” – Weekly Reflection (2020 04 30)
Are you prepared for action? What does it mean to be sober-minded? As we continue our look in 1 Peter, Rev. Jim explains how a Gospel centred mind prepares us for a love that sustains the church through tribulation, grief and isolation.
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This week Rev. Jim clears up the real meaning behind Jeremiah 29.11 – ” For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” It might not mean what you think it means.