The age-old question of “Why is there suffering on earth?” continues to promote various arguments, ideologies and dreams of an opposite utopia today. This is a question that has both destroyed lives, and motivated life. It has also spawned another question – who is to blame for suffering, and this is the root that determines … More Job P2 – Who is to blame for suffering?
When I think of the story of Job, one of the first thoughts that pops into my head is, “Poor Job”. Yet, while there are many things in Job’s life which we would consider to be unfair, Job was also remarkably blessed. Who is to blame for Job’s affliction – Satan? God? Job himself? Who … More Job P1 – Poor Job? (An introduction)
In Matthew 13, we are given many images, or parables to aid our understanding of the Kingdom of God. The Kingdom of God is like: A mustard seed (v.31-32) “ … which a man took and sowed in his field, which indeed is the least of all the seeds; but when it is grown it … More Ebenezer P2 – Builders with God
There is great conflict in the world, great affliction and suffering, some of which we cannot comprehend. The news is filled with reports of hate, jealousy, murder, wars and betrayal. There is a battle for land, a battle for power and a battle in the spiritual realms. What do we do in this time? How … More How shall we pray?
Sitting in the prayer room the other day, I felt the Holy Spirit bring some things to mind. One thing I saw was the image of Jesus’ crown of thorns, and the impression of its significance. Throughout the rest of that week, I was doubly aware of the suffering that occurs in our world – … More The Glorious Crown of Thorns
1 Peter exhorts us to live like Christ, following His example and keeping our eyes on Him – His glory and His grace are shared with us. In particular, Peter picks some very relevant examples to explain what it means to live in love, humility and obedience to God the Father. He uses Jesus as … More 1 Peter P1 – The Reward of Christ
TEN SNAPSHOTS OF JESUS’ DEATH AND RESURRECTION There are so many events leading up to, during the death of Jesus and in His resurrection which are bursting with revelation. The Son of Man, and Son of God – Jesus – came for a purpose, and that purpose was found at the cross. Here are just ten … More The wine, the cross, and the holes
There are days when I read the word of God and am amazed by every second word. It seems there is a revelation waiting to be found in every sentence and my heart cries out with wonder at the mysteries of God. Then, there are times of weariness – physical, and spiritual, when my mind … More Worship on the Wave of Weariness
Last week, my church home fellowship group did something interesting. Around the room were different stations, a variety of challenges, questions and things to ponder – paper to draw out a picture of worship, playdough to make and break idols, string to hang blessings, a cross to pin on burdens, the word of God, a … More Posturing Before God
There are so many emotions of the human heart, so many desires and experiences which influence our decisions and lifestyle. Sometimes the choices are easy, and at other times, the narrow path of holiness is difficult to take. Yet, in the midst of temptation and trial, we have a great High Priest, Jesus, who was … More How Much More
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