“And the angels who did not keep their proper domain, but left their own abode, He has reserved in everlasting chains under darkness for the judgement of the great day” (Jude v.6) We recently studied Jude on Sunday morning, and then during our midweek group, the question came up about Jude verse 6, “What is the difference between… Read More »
What phenomenal days we are living in — days full of opportunity, challenge and adventure — and all of this in the midst of international turmoil and economic chaos. We can draw rich encouragement from Acts 17:26 that this is God’s perfect time for us: “From one man he made every nation of men, that they should inhabit… Read More »
Crafted for Goodness: Understanding Our Role in God’s Masterpiece” I recently listened to Ephesians on repeat several times in the car, and while many fantastic verses came up (all the while recalling Martin Lloyd-Jones’ brilliant series on the epistle), I found myself continually pondering Ephesians 2:10. It’s a verse with a profound message about the importance of good… Read More »
The War Between the Flesh and the Spirit: A Battle of Surrender “I want you to know, brothers and sisters, that the gospel I preached is not of human origin.I did not receive it from any man, nor was I taught it;rather, I received it by revelation from Jesus Christ.” (Gal 1:11-12) A difficult walk It’s not long… Read More »
Discerning the Truth: Navigating the Prophetic Ministry with Care Predictions without any outcomes From my perspective, the prophetic ministry has been experiencing a bit of a glitch in recent years. It is controversial, but much of what we have heard and seen (especially in America) has taken on a style of ‘pep-talk’ or nice encouragement rather than revelation. Some have… Read More »
God is not about to do something weird, but He is about to do something that will challenge our hearts. As believers, we know that God is constantly at work in our lives, shaping us and moulding us into the people He created us to be. However, sometimes His plans for us can be uncomfortable or unfamiliar, requiring… Read More »
No matter what you’re doing, it’s hard to concentrate when something’s on your mind-something worrisome or persistent. What’s on your mind? Thankfully, whatever it is, the Bible has a great and helpful encouragement that is like one of the pearls from the book of Proverbs. “Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are… Read More »
It’s amazing how Moses could say of himself, “Now the man Moses was very humble, more than any man who was on the face of the earth” (Numbers 12:3). Some people may doubt it, but what if it was really true? Maybe the secret to his ministry was simply his humility. Lately, I’ve been reflecting on the contrast… Read More »
There’s a proverb written by Solomon that I have never seen quoted or heard a sermon on, and at first glance it easy to pass over it but I think if you have a few moments, it’s worth thinking about. Whether you are experiencing personal challenges, or simply seeking guidance for what God is doing in your life,… Read More »
The message of the Cross is essential today. You probably already know this — but we need all the encouragement we can get in these challenging times, and that is why the message of the Cross must be the centre of our preaching, teaching, mission, and focus — all of it focused on Christ. The Significance of the… Read More »
In 1961, Yuri Gagarin made history as the first human to journey into outer space and orbit the earth. Despite the marvel of this incredible achievement, Yuri famously stated that he did not see God in his cosmic journey. We do sometimes have a limited understanding of God’s presence, and in life find ourselves tripping over truth and… Read More »
Is it time for a redirection of your life? No matter where you are on your journey as a Christian, whether you’re new to the faith or have been practising for many years, it’s important to remember that we all make mistakes. The good news is that there is a solution to this problem, and it’s called repentance.… Read More »
We have all experienced the thrill and excitement of the times when we have, or are, experiencing a tangible experience of God’s blessing, but sometimes the mood music changes and we find ourselves walking with God in times of lethargy, trying to find strength and purpose. In these moments, we can sometimes feel like our enthusiasm and motivation… Read More »
The story of 1 Kings 13:11-25, which tells of a man of God sent by God to deliver a message to King Jeroboam, has perplexed even the sharpest minds. It serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of obedience to God and the consequences of disobedience. It reminds us to always be attentive to God’s will, even… Read More »
“Then David took his staff in his hand and chose five smooth stones from the brook” The story of David and Goliath is a popular one among Christians – where the underdog slays the Philistine giant with just a sling and a single stone. What’s often left out of the story is that David didn’t just choose one… Read More »
There is a good deal of controversy as to the exactness of Winston Churchill’s famous maxim, “Never, never, never give up.” No one is really sure of what Churchill said, or where he said it, but it certainly sounds like something he would have said. He was a man of unwavering conviction and determined action. Words are only as… Read More »
We are living under a new, and better covenant than Old Testament days, and the message that flows from the prophet Joel is both encouraging, and challenging. The inspiring message from Joel was that in the last days, God would pour out His Spirit on all flesh. The manifestation of this great outpouring of the Person of the… Read More »
In the vast expanse of the universe and the intricacies of our very beings, there echoes a timeless question: What should be the true north of our existence? The answer, while profound in its simplicity, can confound even the wisest of souls. Yet, throughout the pages of history and the whispers of sages, the response remains unchanged: Make… Read More »
In the silent chambers of a human heart, there exists an echoing beat that continually seeks love and belonging. Amidst the vast annals of biblical history, King David stands as a resonant testimony to this universal yearning. David, the shepherd boy turned king, the warrior-poet, offers a narrative replete with the search for identity, purpose, and above all,… Read More »
What is the most encouraging word in the English language? I can only think of one word for it: hope. I can’t think of another word that brings me the same excitement, strength, and determination, but the actual word I have in mind is related: “respair.” It’s equally as encouraging. As far as we can tell it was… Read More »