Jodie McNeill Let’s be honest: the debate about same-sex marriage is very personal. This discussion directly impacts people in same-sex relationships, and it will ultimately determine whether their union should be recognised as a ‘marriage.’ That is why this debate feels personal, even when people try and only address the issues. Every ethical discussion will directly affect some people, … Read more
2 Samuel: Kingdom Coming 3. Payback Time 2 Samuel chapter 3 verses 1 to 39 • Jodie McNeill PAYBACK TIME Revenge doesn’t take away the __________ The people of God were _______________ between two kings 1. DAVID’S STRENGTH (verses 1 to 5) The dynasty of David ____________ the dynasty of Saul David is acting _________________ … Read more
2 Samuel: Kingdom Coming 2. The problem with politics 2 Samuel chapter 2 verses 1 to 32 • Jodie McNeill THE PROBLEM WITH POLITICS The only king who really rules is _______________ 1. POLITICS DONE RIGHT (verses 1 to 11) David follows God’s ________________ David went to the heart of the __________________ land The men … Read more
The Bible is very clear about domestic violence: it is completely wrong. God’s advice to husbands is simple: “Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them.” (Colossians 3:19), which is written right after God’s advice to wives: “Wives, submit yourselves to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord.” (Colossians 3:18.) Tragically, there … Read more
2 Samuel: Kingdom Coming 1. The king is dead, long live the king 2 Samuel chapter 1 verses 1 to 27 • Jodie McNeill ARE YOU PREPARED FOR THE DEATH OF OUR QUEEN? The throne represents the ________________ of law and order David chose not to __________ Saul The way we treat God’s ____________ is … Read more
David and Goliath is one of the most famous and well-loved stories in the Bible. It’s the classic tale of the underdog winning a battle against an unbeatable enemy. It’s a story we love, because we all have our own challenges in life that seem impossible, and yet this story shows God achieve something that … Read more
Galatians: Free Indeed! 10. Freedom Boasted Galatians chapter 6 verses 11 to 18 • Jodie McNeill ‘STRAIGHT TO THE POOL ROOM’ What is in your ‘pool room?’ The ________________ is the only thing Paul boasts about Paul’s ____________________ 1. BOASTING FOR SECURITY (verse 12) Circumcision stood for all the Jewish ____________________ People are impressing others … Read more
It was no surprise to read that this week’s Census 2016 results showed a drop in the number of people claiming to be religious in Australia. Notably, we read that only half our population (52.1%) say they are Christian, which is a drop from 61% in 2011, and 88% in 1966 (read more about this … Read more
Galatians: Free Indeed! 9. Freedom Displayed Galatians chapter 6 verses 1 to 10 • Jodie McNeill MAKING IT REAL A challenge to __________________ the Christian life 1. DISPLAY OF DISCIPLINE (verse 1) The church is often too ______________or too soft People get _____________ ‘out’ or ‘in’ sin We need to restore sinners ________________ 2. DISPLAY … Read more
When we think of support for missionaries, we most naturally think about finances. After all, when we and our partner missionary organisation send someone to a distant location to preach Christ, we know that there are many costs that need to be met. Our church loves to financially support missionaries, and we do so by … Read more