Galatians Introduction – the Gospel is Jesus *plus nothing*
The first in a series of messages from Galatians - the gospel is Jesus *plus nothing*! Paul is alarmed at how Jewish rules are being imposed on gentile Christians.
Believing lies keeps you a prisoner – Jesus’ truth can set you free!
In this message, Luke takes us on a very personal journey of uncovering the ways in which we fall into the trap of believing lies about ourself. Satan is a liar who wants to keep us from living the life that God has for us - the life of peace and joy that Jesus already paid for by his own blood.
PRAYER, PRESENCE AND POWER
We are connected to a beautiful family of churches that are both autonomous and interdependent. Autonomy means we have freedom in ownership, form and expression of God's mission to our local community, but interdependence means we have a mutually supportive and accountable relationship built on respect, honour and connected values.
The Sword and the Gospel of Peace
Amongst all the clamour surrounding Charlie Kirk's assassination, it is poignant to remember that Jesus came to proclaim the Good News of peace, and that our God is the God of peace.
The Good News (Gospel): Jesus the Christ is King
The heart of the gospel message is that Jesus is King, that his resurrection declares he is "the son of God in power", and all people are called to trust and obey Him.
The New Self: A life that is worthy of your calling
A life that is worthy of God's call is not about a change of external behaviour patterns, but about a total renovation of the heart and mind - the "new self".
Jesus, the Source of living water
When Jesus told the Samaritan woman at the well in Sychar that he would give living water to those who believe in him, he was very consciously and deliberately referring to himself as the subject and fulfilment of Old Testament prophecies.
Biblical Stewardship (3): Why finance does matter
Biblical Stewardship and Kingdom investment (pt 3) - In this message, we are reminded of the 5 types of capital Jesus identified in Luke 16:11-15 and learn why the ways we use finances (the 'lowest' form of capital) has big implications.
Biblical Stewardship (2): Return on investment is a Kingdom expectation
Biblical stewardship is more about how you invest rather than how much you have to work with. Capital exists in spiritual, relational, physical and intellectual as well as financial material.
Biblical Stewardship (1): It’s not all about finances
When someone mentions stewardship, we often think stewardship = finances, but what does the Bible say about stewarding circumstances, revelation, information, time?