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You don't need to be an expert or an eloquent preacher to share Jesus with others. You just need three simple words. And to do it yourself. Notes: the Lamb who waves (vv35-36) the Teacher who stays (vv38-39) the Messiah who transforms (vv40-42) the One who surprises (vv43-46) the Son who reveals (vv47-51)
What are we to make of Peter's call to 'give a defence' for the faith? Are we all to become specially trained, intellectual Christians? Or is there another way to give reasons for the hope we have?
Why should we share our Christian story to those around us? In this passage we learn from the example of the Samaritan woman that the the Lord Jesus knows our story, and that He wants us to share our stories so that others may know Him. We are called to be active in reaping in the spiritual harvest, “Come and see the Saviour of the world!”
James shares from Matthew as we hear that Christians are salt and light in the world. Notes: We are salt Jesus is the light The Church is the light We are the light
Connor speaks from Colossians on being motivated to the fundamentals in the way Paul intended.
When we feel disappointed and disillusioned it can be tempting to look back to the past with nostalgic longing as though the ‘glory days’ are behind us. In this passage the Chronicler gets us to look back at Solomon’s kingdom in order that we might look forward to Jesus’ eternal kingdom to come.
Christians have been saved by grace alone through faith alone, but to what end? This passage challenges us to not just enjoy God’s forgiveness but to seek the expansion of the kingdom of God among the nations. Notes: With the temple built... ...the kingdom expands (vv1-6, 17-18) ...the nations ascend (vv7-11) ...the worship perpetuates (vv12-15)
It is often said that ‘clarity is kindness’, but how clear can we be of God’s love towards us, particularly given our ongoing struggles with sin? In this passage we are shown various reasons why we can be absolutely certain of God’s enduring love towards us
How do you respond to Jesus' grace? Often, we either respond with worried legalism, or with complacency. As we take a break from our regular series with Psalm 15 this week, we see how we are freed from both responses - and called to a better response to Jesus' call. Psalm 15 Notes: Thankful for the blameless one... (vv1-2a) ..live as the righteous one (vv2-5)
How does God feel about me? Does he really love me? When we feel unloveable, these are the questions can plague our hearts. Come find the solution to your worry in Zephaniah 3:9–20. See the astonishing love that God has for His people. Be encouraged to know that the Lord Jesus Himself rejoices over you with singing! The Lord will Purify His People (vv9-13) The Lord Rejoices over You (vv14-17) The Lord Will Restore You (vv18-20)
In a world of injustice, what hope is there? In today's sermon in Zephaniah we see how God's judgement means hope for God's people. Come and see how the refining fire of the Lord's judgement brings the justice we long for and points us to Jesus. Judgement for the Nations and Hope for Judah (2:4-15) a) Philistia (West) - vv4-7 b) Moab & Ammon (East) - vv8-11 c) Cush (South) - v12 d) Assyria (North) - vv13-15 God's People Fail... so wait for the Lord! (3:1-8)
Are you ready for the Day of the Lord? As we study Zephaniah together we will see how the Lord is coming to bring judgement to the whole world and the idols that cause us to stumble. The wrath of God is coming, but there is comfort for those who are humble and seek Him!
How is it that, in the ordinariness of every day life, Christians can live extraordinary lives in Jesus? Tom Barker answers this question as he takes us through 3 John. Walking In The Truth Ordinary Walk (vv1-4) Ordinary Hospitality (vv4-9) Ordinary Welcome (vv9-10) Extraordinary Good (vv11-14)
How is it that we can know the truth about Jesus, and what does the truth about Jesus mean for how we live for Him? Tom Barker takes us to the short letter of 2 John to find out. Contending in Truth Truth Lives (vv1-3) Truth Loves (vv4-7) Truth Discerns (vv8-13)
Our culture is crying out for forgiveness but where should we look? This passage is structured right at the centre of Solomon’s reign and reveals Kings heart for our forgiveness.
Living as we do in a world of broken promises, how can we expect God to keep his? In this ‘recap’ style passage we are encouraged to see how all of God’s promises as ‘yes’ in Christ.
Many of us go through life longing for permanence and stability but where should we look for this ‘forever home’? In this passage we discover how our King has done everything necessary to both bring God into us and also to prepare a place so that we might go to him. Celebrate God's Resting Rule Celebrate God's Permanent Place Celebrate God's Holy Habitation
As Christians we are all involved in a building project since both our bodies and the church are described as temples of the Holy Spirit. But how can we avoid building with either graceless perfectionism or with perfunctory ease? In this passage we meet a king who builds with quality upon the solid foundation of grace. Build in the right place Build with the best quality Build with humble confidence Build for and with the nations
When it comes to our relationship with our unbelieving culture, we are often tempted to swing towards two extremes: syncretism (blending in with the world) or separatism (retreating away from the world). In this passage King Solomon shows us a better way, being driven by a concern for God’s Name.
“The ends justify the means.” We all know that those who live by the mantra often end up as monsters, but to what extent do we pursue and pray for certain ends without concern for the means? In this passage we see how the King leads us towards the end goal of seeking God by not neglecting the means
Meditation Service, Good Friday 2026
We live in an unjust and cruel world, where evil is often seen to prevail over good. Where is God in this? As we consider the ‘Problem of Evil’, this passage may not give a complete answer, but it does give us the beginning of an answer. NOTES: Trial 1: Jewish Council - prejudiced but powerless (vv63-71) Trial 2: Pilate - savvy but spineless (vv1-7) Trial 3: Herod - curious but callous (vv8-12) Trial 4: Crowd - cruel and capricious (vv13-25) What does this passage reveal about... ...us? ...Jesus? ...God's plan?
What is it that motivates our hearts to deny Jesus? What is it that motivates Jesus’ heart to embrace us? In this passage we are given remarkable insight into the mind of our Saviour, who took on human flesh for us and our salvation
At a time when more and more young people are considering following Jesus, fewer and fewer are entering into full-time paid ministry. In this passage Jesus lays out to the future leaders of his church his expectations for ministry and well as correcting our motivations.
At this Women's Breakfast, Jo talks about Money in our Money, Sex, Power series. Passages: 1. Proverbs 31:10-31 2. 1 Timothy 6:6-10, 17-19 3. 1 Thessalonians 2:8-9 Discussion question: 1. USE YOUR MONEY FOR YOUR HOUSEHOLD – Proverbs 31:10-31 • What is our natural reaction to thinking about money and finances? • Is there anything that surprised us in this passage? • What impact do you think fearing the Lord has no the woman in this passage? 2. USE YOUR MONEY FOR OTHERS – 1 Timothy 6:6-10, 17-19 • Where do you most see/ feel the pull to pursue more money and more stuff? • What
