This week we look at the last theme of NZBMS’ Prayer and Self-Denial appeal, “The Mordecai Movement.” So very pertinent in our time I think. What injustices are we called to stand up for, for the sake of the Kingdom?
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Wednesday, 20 October 2021 – Why Jesus hasn’t come Already
Hi Church family, Ever wonder why Jesus hasn’t come already? I mean there have been many instances in history that could sure have used Jesus coming again! What about our present times,? Now is as good a time as any. I’m sure many throughout history have cried; now’s good Lord! And yet, God has hisContinue reading “Wednesday, 20 October 2021 – Why Jesus hasn’t come Already”
Tuesday, 19 October 2021 – Made me His Own
Hi Church family, Hope you are all well. It’s so good to be back in the office again. This morning I was reading a scripture in Philippians and this verse jumped out at me. “Not that I have already obtained this or have already reached the goal; but I press on to make it myContinue reading “Tuesday, 19 October 2021 – Made me His Own”
1 John 4:18 – There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear
( part 1 ) In Timaru, my wife and I owned a 100 year old cottage, down by the Hospital. There was an empty section next door, and a wild cat gave birth to her litter there. She used to watch me from the fence top, and was well aware that I was feeding ourContinue reading “1 John 4:18 – There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear”
John 13:34 – As I have loved you, so you must love one another
Many years ago, as a young Christian, I was at work one day and I found myself becoming increasingly agitated with all the thoughts running through my mind. What did the Lord want me to do? Did He want me to go out evangelizing in the streets? Did He want me to go toContinue reading ” John 13:34 – As I have loved you, so you must love one another”
2021-10-03 Sermon – Prayer and Self Denial – Part One
Just a quick note to say there will be no videos for the next two weeks as our video editor takes a break. This Sunday, we begin our engagement with NZBMS’s Prayer and Self-Denial appeal. The mission of God is all around us, but often we lose our focus on what God is doing andContinue reading “2021-10-03 Sermon – Prayer and Self Denial – Part One”
Tuesday, 28 September 2021 – Rock Eternal
Good afternoon Church family, Isaiah 26:3-4 NIV, says “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord himself, is the Rock eternal.” The ESV version, says “whose mind is stayed on you.” The Greek for stayed means toContinue reading “Tuesday, 28 September 2021 – Rock Eternal”
2021-09-26 Sermon – Fighting Fires
This Sunday we come to the end of our sermon series in 1 Peter where we see firefighters have a lot in common with Christian’s in the midst of fiery ordeals as Peter calls it. We look at how spiritual maturity and spiritual disciplines can help us to become strong and resilient in the faith.
Wednesday, 22 September 2021 – Under His Wings
Good afternoon Church family, The thing I love about hymns is that they are often little sermons. I have been reflecting on the protection of God over the lives of His people and I came across this hymn. The lyrics are wonderful, may they bring you comfort and joy today. 1 Under His wings IContinue reading “Wednesday, 22 September 2021 – Under His Wings”
Tuesday, 21 September 2021 – God Will Happen
Good afternoon Church family, The more I think about this season we are in globally, the more I realise how much the world desperately needs to rely on God. You see in life it is easy to rely on science, on people, on government, on money, on a whole variety of things really, to solveContinue reading “Tuesday, 21 September 2021 – God Will Happen”
