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”
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Joy in Salvation
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.
Joy in Service
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”
Survivors: God Wants a Recovered Church
The Grace of God, part 4. Terry shares from the book of Ezra, reflecting on those who had survived exile, and were called to return and rebuild the house of God.
John 17: Jesus Prays For Us
Jesus prays to his Father to bring us into the perfect loving and united relationship he has with him.
Expectation: Look Forward
The Table, part 6: We are encouraged to come and celebrate communion with eager expectation of Jesus’ return.
Self-Examination: Look In
The Table, part 5: When we come to celebrate communion, it doesn’t need to be gloomy, introspective, or a guilt trip.
Fellowship: Look Around
The Table, part 4: “So then, my brothers and sisters, when you gather to eat, you should all eat together.” (1 Cor 11:33). Communion not only speaks of our relationship with God, but our unity with each other, and the … Continue reading “Fellowship: Look Around”
Proclamation: Looking Out
The Table, part 3: Communion is an invitation come to a table, where all are welcome, we proclaim Jesus’ death, and look forward to the final feast with him and his people. .