He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him.—John 1:11 Jesus came by the authority of God, bearing His image, fulfilling His word, and seeking His glory; yet He was not accepted by the leaders in Israel;
Name Above All Names
The Prodigal Son – Pr Dada Fialho
Pr Dada Fialho The Prodigal Son Our goal this year: We will seek the lost and welcome those who are away from the family of God. (Bible Reading Series week 2)
Michael Were – Be Like the Father
Michael Were Be Like the Father On the final day of December, as we look back on a very difficult year for both our church family and our wider community, Michael urges us to individually study God’s word and seek
See – Glen Hughes
Glen Hughes See Therefore they said to him, “How were your eyes opened?” (John 9:10) Glen shares with us his favourite story from the book of John that unpacks through simple narrative one of the deepest truths we can hold.
Teen Service – Gabe and Nathan
For the teen service at Alstonville (Dec 10, 2022) Gabriel spoke about the Selective Hearing we often have when listening to God’s voice, and Nathan asks us Why Are We Waiting? when the world waits for the gospel of salvation.
Am I a Laodicean?
I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot: I would thou wert cold or hot. So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of my mouth. Revelation 3:15, 16 The
Growing in the Spirit – Pr Dada
Growing in the Spirit Pr Dada Fialho November 26, 2022 Make time to seek spiritual food each day from the word of God so that you can grow. Head knowledge alone is not enough, we need the change that only
We Are The Clay
But now, O Lord, thou art our father; we are the clay, and thou our potter; and we are all the work of thy hand. Isaiah 64:8 We do not know what the Lord will do for us, if we will
Rejoice!
Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice…. Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Philippians 4:4-6 It may seem difficult to rejoice in
No Power Can Separate From Christ
Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? Romans 8:35 How precious in time of need is the assurance of union with Jesus! … We can
Chanita Boonaragorn – Who Are You?
Chanita Boonaragorn Who Are You? Chanita explores the concept of our identity, our purpose and who we become when we walk with Jesus in faith. But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special
Can I Handle it? – April Boyd
April Boyd Can I Handle it? April shares with us certainty that whatever trials come our way and when we have reached the limits of our own endurance, there is always strength to be found in GOD to handle it.
Nature Speaks of God
I remember the days of old; I meditate on all thy works; I muse on the work of thy hands. I stretch forth my hands unto thee: my soul thirsteth after thee, as a thirsty land. Psalm 143:5, 6 We have
Watch Your Step!
Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established. Proverbs 4:26 “Make straight paths for your feet,” says the apostle, “lest that which is lame be turned out of the way.” Hebrews 12:13. The path that leads away
The Burial
The Story of Redemption The Burial John was at a loss to know what measures he should take in regard to the body of his beloved Master. He shuddered at the thought of its being handled by rough and unfeeling
It Is Finished
The Story of Redemption It Is Finished In silence the people watch for the end of this fearful scene. Again the sun shines forth, but the cross is enveloped in darkness. Suddenly the gloom is lifted from the cross, and
A Lesson in Filial Love
The Story of Redemption A Lesson in Filial Love The eyes of Jesus wandered over the multitude that had collected together to witness His death, and He saw at the foot of the cross John supporting Mary, the mother of
Nailed to the Cross
The Story of Redemption Nailed to the Cross Upon arriving at the place of execution, the condemned were bound to the instruments of torture. While the two thieves wrestled in the hands of those who stretched them upon the cross,
The Crucifixion of Christ – TSOR Ch29
The Story of Redemption Chapter 29—The Crucifixion of Christ Christ, the precious Son of God, was led forth and delivered to the people to be crucified. The disciples and believers from the region round about joined the throng that followed
Sent to Herod
The Story of Redemption Sent to Herod When Pilate heard that Herod was in Jerusalem, he was greatly relieved, for he hoped to free himself from all responsibility in the trial and condemnation of Jesus. He at once sent Him,
Jesus Before Pilate
The Story of Redemption Jesus Before Pilate From the first, Pilate was convinced that Jesus was no common man. He believed Him to be an excellent character and entirely innocent of the charges brought against Him. The angels who were
Judas’s Confession
The Story of Redemption Judas’s Confession Judas was filled with bitter remorse and shame at his treacherous act in betraying Jesus. And when he witnessed the abuse which the Saviour endured, he was overcome. He had loved Jesus, but had
In the Judgment Hall
The Story of Redemption In the Judgment Hall The multitude were clamorous for the blood of Jesus. They cruelly scourged Him, and put upon Him an old purple kingly robe, and bound His sacred head with a crown of thorns.
Peter’s Denial
The Story of Redemption Peter’s Denial Peter followed his Lord after His betrayal. He was anxious to see what would be done with Jesus. But when he was accused of being one of His disciples, fear for his own safety
The Trial of Christ – TSOR Ch28
The Story of Redemption Chapter 28—The Trial of Christ The angels, as they left heaven, in sadness laid off their glittering crowns. They could not wear them while their Commander was suffering and was to wear a crown of thorns.
Judas Betrays Jesus
The Story of Redemption Judas Betrays Jesus Then Judas, with his band of armed men, appeared. He approached His Master as usual, to salute Him. The band surrounded Jesus; but there He manifested His divine power, as He said, “Whom