This is the latest blurb that is published on the front of our weekly bulletin
The COVID-19 pandemic has infiltrated us all for the last two months. Thousands of lives have been lost globally, and the economic cost has been crippling. Australia has been joined by others demanding an enquiry into the origin of the virus, and a universal race for a vaccine is underway so ‘…something like this will … Read more
“I like to drive a manual car, because I have more control” I remember a friend once saying this many years ago as she reflected on her own personality. She liked to think of herself as someone in full control. But while it is possible to learn how to control a car like a rally … Read more
For many people a couple of months ago our lives were busy, busy, busy. “How are you?” we’d say. “Oh, I’m busy!” The key to communicating the good life was saying you led a busy life. Quantity was quality. Identity through activity. But now, with schedules compulsorily cleared, many of us are finding joy again … Read more
During this time of ‘lockdown’ I have felt stuck and some days I have felt as if I was in a rut, with each day’s routine looking exactly the same. Maybe you have felt this way too? Maybe you feel isolated (whether or not you have people with you in your home). Maybe you feel … Read more
We may be somewhat scattered and bewildered like the disciples after Jesus’ resurrection, but the reality of the cross and resurrection remain as powerful as ever. When Jesus died and rose again he made a way for those who believe in him to be restored to God: forgiven from sins, clothed in righteousness and empowered … Read more
Is this time a unique opportunity for growing our character and closeness with God? Reading through Leviticus recently, I was reminded again of God’s ‘forced sabbath’ for the land. He had promised that if Israel didn’t keep the covenant, they would be exiled, and the land would “enjoy its sabbath years all the time that … Read more
COVID-19 has pierced the notion many of us have of independence and self-sufficiency. As our patterns have changed over the last fortnight many of us have begun to worry. For we have been cut off from others, and gaps have formed in food and other supply chains. Suddenly what Jesus tells his disciples about worrying … Read more
1 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. 2 I will say of the LORD, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” 3 Surely he will save you from the fowler’s snare and from the deadly pestilence. 4 He … Read more
Constantly occupying some part of everyone’s brain at the moment is concern regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19). Should I be afraid, should I stay calm, and more importantly can I get a refund on any of the 4-years’ worth of toilet paper I stocked up on? As Christians who believe in the sovereignty of God, it can … Read more
All Christian leaders are also followers – followers of Christ. This basic fact should not only mean that all Christian leaders operate in line with Christ’s teaching, but also that no church leader is the top of the tree and has absolute authority. Everything is done under Christ, the chief shepherd (1 Peter 5:4). In … Read more