Adelaide is getting a little less chilly, and the sun came out the other day. Despite what everyone had been telling us about nearby walking trails and giant mansions, my husband and I had never really explored the part further down our suburb (and we’ve been in our home for over a year…) Seeing as … More Image of the Church P2: Built to Stand
Recently, my family and I visited Sydney. While we were there, I had one of those moments where I thought, “Wow, this is who the church is.” Over the years, my perception of the church has changed – sculpted by experiences, seasons, people and ultimately, by the word and the Spirit of God. There is … More Image of the Church P1: Moving the Body
The rainbow is God’s sign for one of the first covenants He makes between Himself and mankind, and every living creature. Ten verses of Genesis 9 are devoted to God emphasising this covenant, more than half the chapter. As with all the covenants He makes, God lays out the terms of the covenant clearly. He … More The Promise Upon the Flood P3: An Unbroken Covenant
Many times, justice seems to be circumstantial or subjective. While there are certain agreed standards for justice, many issues remain disputed. What is right and just? There is only One whose standard of justice cannot be challenged; that is One in whom there is no fault – Jesus Christ who is the one Lawgiver, able … More The Promise Upon the Flood P2: Having a “Noah” Response to God’s Judgement
The book of Genesis shows so much of God’s character – the way He thinks, the way He feels, and the way He makes His perfect plans. Genesis 6-9 tells the story of the great flood, Noah’s ark, and the everlasting covenant God makes with man and with all living things after this. Reading these … More The Promise Upon the Flood P1: God’s Response to Earth’s Corruption
Reading the gospels, I see how much Jesus loves to teach. The way He teaches others, and speaks to them shows so much of His character! Here are some things I notice about the way Jesus teaches: He asks a lot of questions He is really interested in people’s stories He backs up His words … More Jesus, the Good Teacher
Jesus is full of compassion. Numerous times, the gospels specifically record that Jesus saw a person or a situation and had compassion. In every case, this is followed by an action – Jesus heals, teaches, or performs a miracle. He saw a widow weeping, had compassion on her, and raised her son to life [Luke … More Compassion like Jesus’
Psalm 62:1-2 says, “Truly my soul silently waits for God; From Him comes my salvation. He is my defense I shall not be greatly moved.” Verse 5 of the same Psalm continues with, “My soul, wait silently for God alone, For my expectation is from Him. He only is my rock and my salvation; He … More The Ministry of Rest P2: Rest for the Soul
My husband reminded me of something very important recently. He reminded me about the ministry of rest – the precious rest of Mary’s focus, the refreshing of the spirit, the attention we give to caring for our body and mind. While I set out to “look after the world”, my husband has been looking after … More The Ministry of Rest P1: Rest for the Mind
Eden is a name of emotion – beauty beyond our understanding, sin with roots and consequence entrenched in man’s being, fear of the Lord, and fervent desire for His presence. The breath of Eden radiates intimacy, curiosity, consequence, and yet promise. You can almost hear God weeping as man is exiled from His garden, and … More Envisioning Eden
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