There’s something about having that “family ranch” where you feel totally at home, where good things happen. We're looking for a "hub" but we need to know what a “HUB” means to us…
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 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?