God is not mentioned in the book of Esther, yet his hand is seen on every page. It shows us that God’s silence is not the same as God’s absence.
Tag: God
The End of the Beginning
Acts, part 27. As we recap of the book of Acts, we consider what God is calling each of us to do as the story of the global and local church continues to be written.
Unusual Kindness
Acts, part 26. Looking at the unusual kindness of God, what happens when unwelcome drama hits our lives and an unchanging, faithful God, who we can trust.
The Resurrection Changes Everything
Acts, part 24. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the cornerstone of our Christian faith, the centrepiece of our hope. It’s also the reason when Christianity began so quickly and spread so forcibly.
Hosea — He is Faithful
The book of Hosea is quoted more times in the New Testament than any other Minor Prophet, and introduces us to the concept of God as a bridegroom, married to his people.
Habakkuk — God, I’ve Got Questions
We know very little about the prophet Habakkuk, but he opens with some honest questions to God; questions which he knows are from a man’s perspective, limited in knowledge and understanding.
People God Killed
Acts, part 6. Looking at the story of Ananias and Sapphira and the fear of God that gripped the community in its wake.
Nothing is Hidden
Joshua Generation, part 6. Chapters 7 & 8 are tough and have to be walked through carefully. Through them we see the mercy and grace of God to those that are willing to repent. But we also see the holiness … Continue reading “Nothing is Hidden”
Rahab: Traitor, Liar and Prostitute
Joshua Generation, part 2. Looking at how the story of Rahab reveals the mercy, grace and forgiveness of God.