Another thing I find emphasised in the book of Titus is the importance of good doctrine. What constitutes good doctrine, why is it important, and how do we walk in it? Consider the following passages in which Paul gives instructions regarding the battle for truth in doctrine. Leaders are exhorted to hold fast to … More Titus – Understanding Good Doctrine
In the weeks since we memorised those first two chapters, I have found myself seeing the book of Titus in a new light. At first, I wondered how we would memorise Paul’s long sentences with their many joining words, and lists of character qualities. Now, I realise what he was trying to emphasise and encourage. … More Titus – An Accounting from Leaders
Fellowship is powerful. It builds our faith, it builds our character, and it builds the church. Through fellowship, we learn to love, to encourage, to bless and to be blessed by others. Last week, we had dinner with some friends. At the end of our time together, one friend offered to pray. He mentioned this … More As They Met (Acts 2:42-47)
My sister and I just returned from a sister holiday in Japan. During our ten days away, we saw and experienced many things – all kinds of animals, a variety of celebrations, food and best of all, a real sense of the country’s culture. We met lots of people, made new friends, caught up with … More The Spirit in Japan
It is coming up to election time and I am thinking about how I can declare “Let Your kingdom come,” here in my nation. The Bible shows us many examples of believers who served God well in their nation – Moses, Joseph, Daniel, Elijah, Esther, Ezra, Nehemiah, Stephen. They may have had different roles, different … More How will we live?
CONQUER HATRED WITH LOVE In the last few weeks, we have looked at a some elements that tear down the church – conflict, envy, and offence. At the same time, we have uncovered some mighty weapons with which we can conquer these – forgiveness, identity, and thanksgiving. The ultimate underlying cause and outcome of this … More Clothing the Church P5: Hatred and Love
CONQUER OFFENCE WITH THANKSGIVING Offence harms both the offender and the offended. It turns hearts to stone and perverts the message of Christ.The one who offends is subject to judgement by God, and the one who is offended finds that it becomes a hindrance to their walk with God. Many people have left the church, … More Clothing the Church P4: Offence and Thanksgiving
CONQUER ENVY WITH IDENTITY “Envy killed the body of Jesus Christ when He came to this planet the first time, and it’s still killing His body today.” – [Bob Sorge – author of ‘ENVY, the enemy within’] While conflict works its way into bitterness of heart, envy has its roots there. Envy starts as a … More Clothing the Church P3: Envy and Identity
CONQUER CONFLICT WITH FORGIVENESS Possibly one of the greatest causes of dissension in the church, conflict can separate and destroy relationships. The Bible mentions multiple examples of conflict – Saul and David, Paul and Barnabas, Paul and Peter, the Hebrews and the Hellenists. Conflict can isolate and offend, but it can also grow us in … More Clothing the Church P2: Conflict and Forgiveness
The picture of the church has inspired love and hatred. It has been a symbol of hope, but has also been marred by war and ambition. What is the true identity of the church? Who is her true ruler? How should we, as followers of Jesus, see His church, and how should we treat her? … More Clothing the Church P1: The Bride
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