Author: Dave Dennis

We've been focussing on the H2O theme and how water is a powerful metaphor in Scripture: the River of God, “drinking” deep of the Holy Spirit, being thirsty for God’s presence. So let us not forget about baptism. Baptism is important.

Jesus tells us that it is important to be thirsty for righteousness - for the things of God. But he also promises to satisfy our thirst.

Pastor Dave explores what it looks like for us to obey Jesus' teaching about the invitation of all those whom society considers outcasts.

Do you long for a sense of Jesus' presence with you? Jesus has promised his presence through the Holy Spirit's presence and agency within us.

Jesus demonstrates the truth of who he is by everything he does. That is why the message of salvation through Jesus Christ is accompanied by a demonstration of God’s saving power.

Brooke Cherfils takes us on the journey of Jesus triumphal entry into Jerusalem. This passage is rich with prophetic imagery and fulfilment of many Old Testament descriptions about the Messiah...

"Let us also go, that we may die with him,” says Thomas with a dark irony. Although his comment leads into a profound passage about resurrection, it is also prophetic of what it really means to follow Jesus.

Loving people in Jesus name does not mean compromising the gospel message - syncretism (blending of different religions) has no place in the church, but the gospel declares that Jesus Christ is the only way to God. The gospel requires that we take a risk in being able to love people but speak the true gospel of salvation through Jesus, not adding anything to the simple message of trusting in Jesus Christ.

We all want to know God. Some say it is impossible to know God - that He is beyond our knowledge and comprehension. Are you seeking to know God more? Will you be open to Him and allow Him to put his life and truth into your heart?

I saw a humorous instagram post by @churchdude.withsign that read "God told me that 202223 is going to be my year!" It's funny because sometimes people can have questionable interpretations of things they believe God has promised. But in reality, how many of us struggle with feelings of disappointment when we are not seeing answers to things that we believe God has promised us? Well, there is good news for us … our God most certainly is a God of miracles, a God who heals and delivers us from our troubles. But so often, God is more interested in the formation of our faith and character rather than just our immediate relief from suffering. There is a realm of mystery…