Tag: Christian Life

John is bringing two messages to us on leadership roles in the local church, and how they are used to serve, pastor, protect and guide.

Colossians, part 3. What are the things that take centre stage in our day-to-day lives? And what happens when we place Jesus at the centre, and work everything else out from there?

Colossians, part 2. The Lordship of Christ always produces new life to you as a believer. He doesn’t leave you as one that is dead—he causes you to be alive in him.

Colossians, part 1. Everything is built on the fact that Jesus is our Lord. It’s something we should never fall away from, and is the very essence of our community.

The entire DNA of a tree is in its seed. Once it’s been planted, its DNA drives growth and increase. This is a picture of the Church.

We are secure in the love of Christ, yet there are no guarantees in life. Ecclesiastes 11 reminds us to plant and sow, even in the midst of unpredictable circumstances.

Surprised by Joy, part 4. The Kingdom of God will come through you. It will come through every one of us pursuing Jesus and the work he’s got for us. So while we’re called to stand firm in our faith, … Continue reading “Joy in Sharing”

Surprised by Joy, part 3. How do we start to work out what God has already worked in us? In Philippians 2 we’re given four ways to do just this.

Surprised by Joy, part 2. Unity is actually the by-product of us all serving one another. When we value others above ourselves, looking first to the interests of others out of love, something beautiful happens: we become one in mind … Continue reading “Joy in Service”