“As leaders of the church of Christ, we must now, more than ever, resolve to resist sin and cling to the Spirit, no matter what.”
Read More“The style of Christ’s headship is not self-seeking or selfish, it is not arrogant or proud, it is not hungry for power, it is not violent or aggressive. It is a laying down of his life that she might be lifted up.”
Read More“The Bible’s vision of man and woman as equal and distinct, together serving God’s mission in unity, partnership, and in love, is for flourishing of the church, for the good of our world, and for the glory of Christ.”
Read More‘Men and women who have read of Jesus appearing alive again after being dead have rightly recognised that it is an incredible story. Some have wondered whether it is far too incredible to be true. After all, seeing someone resurrected isn’t a day to day experience for most people, so could it be fabricated? Is it a lie?’
Read More‘I don’t know where my dad was with Jesus in the end. But what I do understand more than ever is that we are made for eternity.’
Read More“I am inspired and strengthened by the realisation and affirmation that humanity is incomplete without the contribution of women in all the various spaces which humanity occupy. Women and men together have an incredible calling upon us...”
Read More‘Our physical proximity to one another anticipates the new creation where the spiritual and the physical come together in perfect unity.’
Read More‘The Psalms present the human experience of disorientation at its most sharp, jagged and painful. They plumb the depths; no edges are smoothed out.’
Read More‘How quickly the storm comes up. One moment they are in transit, the next, chaos and the threat of death surrounds them. And, like never before, this resonated with me.’
Read More‘At this stage of life being faithful means seeking to love my kids with all that I have; crying out to God in prayer for patience and self-control.’
Read More‘A good talk does what the Word itself does: it bring transformation. So what is required of the preacher, as a communicator of the Word, to be part of this transformation process for the people of God?’
Read More‘Excellent recruitment and sustenance of volunteers is the central nervous system of thriving ministry structures and ministry growth.’
Read More‘Often, I have looked for this help in Christian books on evangelism. And I have often finished those books a whole lot more aware of things I should feel guilty about not doing. Not so with ‘Joyfully Spreading the Word.’’
Read More‘Deep down in all of us there appears a desire for our ordinary existence to be extraordinary. For our undignified self to be dignified.’
Read More'This week crowds of young Australians who might otherwise consider themselves irreligious will congregate for times of reflection, prayer, and reverence.’
Read More‘The truth is, I am not unlike Smith. I hope he goes home to find healing in his Father’s love. I am thankful that in Jesus Christ we are all invited to do the same.’
Read More‘I know what it feels like to have everyone talking about the very issue that – wherever you end up landing on it – will significantly affect your future ministry and relations in the church.’
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