Tag: Spiritual Growth

Grace Shaped Lives, part 8. Paul’s concern in 1 Corinthians 11 is not merely about the mechanics of the Lord’s Supper, but about the character of the church as God’s family. The Lord’s Table proclaims not only Christ’s death, but … Continue reading “The Cross Creates a Family”

Grace Shaped Lives, part 7. As Christians, we’re free to do many things the Old Covenant forbade. Yet we exercise freedom responsibly, not wanting to hinder others, but instead act in love, seeking to glorify God.

Re-formed, part 8. As the Israelites are taken into exile, we see that God immediately speaks hope and strength back into their lives; and even in the midst of desolation, streams of living water can flow from within them.

We’ve put together a mini-series of videos looking at ‘Treasures of Darkness’, a title we’ve lifted from Isaiah 45.

Re-formed, part 7. When God remoulds and reforms us, like a piece of clay in his hands, he is often strong with us in one sense, as our whole shape is transformed. Yet at the same time, he’s precise and … Continue reading “Re-formed — When the Spirit is Poured Out”

Re-formed, part 6. This is the question at the heart of Isaiah. The answer is in the section we looked at last week: “In repentance and rest is your salvation; in quietness and in trust is your strength” (30:15)

Re-formed, part 5. If you have renovated a house or decluttered a room, you’ll know it tends to produce more chaos before it can be restored. This morning we look at 15 chapters of Isaiah where God reorders the world.

Re-formed, part 4. Jesus, the root and shoot of Jesse, brings cosmic peace and gathers the nations.

Future Hope, part 5. Looking at holiness with our bodies, our love for one another, and diligence in our work.