1 Peter Ch1 v20: He was chosen before the creation of the world, but was revealed in these last times for your sake. Even before God created the heavens and the earth He knew that He would have to sacrifice His only Son for our sins, but because God is a loving God He still … Continue reading Sacrifice

John Ch4 v23-24: Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshippers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshippers the Father seeks. God is spirit, and his worshippers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.’ When it comes to worship most … Continue reading Worship

Matthew Ch18 v21-22: Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, ‘Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?’ Jesus answered, ‘I tell you, not seven times, but seventy times seven. To truly forgive someone can be hard but to continually forgive the same person(s) becomes virtually … Continue reading Forgiveness

Philippians Ch4 v6-7: Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. When you're in a conversation with a friend it's usually a two-way communication … Continue reading Prayer

Proverbs Ch3 v5: Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In today's society it's hard to know who we can trust for reliable information, news as the spread of 'misinformation' has become endemic. The Church is not immune as different segments of the Church start to split into different … Continue reading Trust

Romans Ch5 v8: But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Before God created the Heavens and the Earth he knew that he was going to have to sacrifice his only son, despite knowing this he still created us out of love with his love … Continue reading God’s Love

John Ch8 v32: And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. In today's society it is hard to discern what is truth and what is in essence lies, only that the phrase lies has been watered down to phrases like post truths, alternative facts, fake news, white lies, an extension … Continue reading Truth

Matthew Ch28 v19-20: Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age. When I was … Continue reading Evangelism

1 Peter Ch3 v15: But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect. Last week my 8 year old son asked 'how can God be out of time … Continue reading Answering Questions

After I uploaded my blog last week I was thinking what this weeks theme should be. Straight away I felt the Lord say this week's blog should be on perseverance which follows on nicely from my previous blog on 'Routines and traditions in our Spiritual Lives'. From experience sticking to a new routine within my … Continue reading Perseverance