Is it culture, habit, fellowship or something deeper that unites us? In John’s gospel, Jesus described the bond that unites his followers as the relationship between a shepherd and his […]
If there is one thing that the seasons of Lent and Easter bring into focus, it’s the struggle between good and evil. At its heart, the Easter story is an […]
(Image courtesy the PMRC.org) We may forget sometimes that we are living in a world where Jesus has already won victory over death and sin. We are not waiting for […]
Risk is sometimes associated with life-threatening stunts or gambling on the stock market. Risk-takers often act in ways which could put their economic future or life itself on the line. […]
Tears spill from his eyes as he looks to heaven in an act of anguish and atonement, revealing deep sadness, regret and shame. He has denied his friend and Lord […]
We all get second chances in life. Chances to start again or maybe right a wrong. Chances to make a difference. Pharisees held that God would be pleased when the […]
Jesus foretold that persecution of Christians is to be expected in life (Mark 13: 9, Luke 6:22) and the apostle Paul warned that “anyone who tries to live in […]