Brace yourself for a quick history lesson! In the year AD 64, the Roman Empire was ruled by the infamous Emperor Nero. During his reign, one of the most well-known examples of Christian persecution occurred in Rome, which would have a massive impact on the Christian community. According to the Roman historian Tacitus, a devastating fire swept through… Read More »
The Christian life is not a once-in-a-moment event; instead, it is one of discovery, change, transformation, and adventure. The challenge of Matthew 16:24–25 to “Take up your cross and follow Christ” is not a nominal call; it is an “all hands on deck” call. The change and transformation that take place are due to the Holy Spirit’s work… Read More »
Have you ever sat down and worked your way through the years of the first few generations of mankind (Genesis 5)? It takes just a few minutes, but the insights are profound. As you trace the lineage from Adam through his descendants, you’ll find surprises that grab your attention straight away. One of these surprises is particularly sobering:… Read More »
Two men appeared in court on 27 August, having denied causing criminal damage to the huge Sycamore tree in the middle of Hadrian’s Wall. What possessed them to mindlessly cut down the magnificent tree is anybody’s guess. When I heard the news about the tree today, it made me wonder about some things nearer to home; signs of… Read More »
In recent years, the delivery of prophetic ministries has undergone significant changes, with new generations of prophetic voices emerging. Some of the well-known characters who have all recently gone to be with the Lord represent a different generation of prophetic voices compared to those heard today. They cultivated a unique perspective and gifts that are less prevalent among… Read More »
If you read the ESV, after pushing through the drama of the Gospels, you come to another book, authored by Luke, simply called “Acts”. It is best understood as the Acts of the Holy Spirit, but it also recounts the acts or adventures of the Church and key individuals in the early days of the Church. God was… Read More »