Childhood of the Saviour Gabriel Conduit Potential. Not Gabriel’s favourite word, but a concept that he has found to mean God’s plan for us, the working of HIS will in us. The young child Jesus also had potential, and his
For I know that in me (that is, in my flesh) nothing good dwells.—Romans 7:18 None of the apostles or prophets ever claimed to be without sin. Those who have lived nearest to God, those who would sacrifice life itself
Glen Hughes Breaking Down Walls Glen shares with us a Jesus who within his Jewish community showed the world that his salvation was for all people. Our own religious outlook must needs be inclusive so that we break down our
Pr Dada Fialho God Present with His People at the Right Time God Present with His People at the Right Time The great law of the universe is the principle for which all creatures were created – the law of
The Lost Coin Hugo Tsanov Hugo choses Jesus’ parable of the lost coin from Luke chapter 15 for his Sabbath message as he explores the earnestness with which we must seek to find those that are lost, and the celebration
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;
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 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
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.
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.
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 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
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 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
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 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
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.
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
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 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
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
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
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 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
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,
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