In Psalm 119 the Psalmist uses the word “affliction” 7 times. When we consider these verses together we can see a maturing process and a growing understanding in the believer’s heart of how God uses affliction in our lives. We are sheep that are prone to wander and go our own way, but he can […]

Jude 1:1-4. Introducing the book of Jude, we explore the running theme of Contending for the Faith and what that means for us in our personal lives and as stewards of the gospel of grace today. Are you in the battle? How are you doing?

Luke 5:1-14. Peter, The Fisherman, has a special encounter with Jesus at Galilee and responds to the call. His first reaction, when realising he is a sinner in the presence of The Holy One, is to say “depart from me”. This is perhaps a natural reaction to such an encounter, but as we grow in […]

Exodus 27:1-8 (Slideshow Download Avaiable) As you enter the outer court through the gate, you are confronted with the first piece of sacred furniture, the altar of sacrifice. Foreshadowing the cross, where the lamb of God was to be offfered, the message is clear. There is no other way for a sinner to come to […]

John 8:21-32 In this confrontation between jesus and The Pharisees, Jesus uses harsh words in the face of their unbelief, saying that as they reject him they would then die in their sins.  There are only two ways to die, either in your sins or in The Lord.  Blessed are they who die in The […]

John 8:1-11 – Even though this woman, caught in sin and adultery, stood accused by the religious leaders, Jesus did not condemn her. This incredible encounter powerfully demonstrates the grace extended to every sinner, to each of us. Its through this message and grace we are not ony forgiven for sin, but set free from […]

2 Kings 1-25 (Slideshow Download Available) This amazing book continues following the history of Israel and Judah, tracing the decline and captivity of both. We see the inevitable consequences of sin and rebellion against God despite the words and warnings of the prophets. Our hearts are deeply instructed as we see that the success or […]

1 Kings 1-11 (Slideshow Download Available) These chapters trace the history of Solomon during the United Kingdom through to where the Kingdom divides under  his Son Rehoboam. We may well give these chapters the somber title “How to lose a Kingdom”

Philemon 1:1-25. The short letter from Paul to Philemon addresses the situation of a runaway slave who had since become a Christian and now returns to his master, seeking forgivness, to now be receieved as a brother. How will Philemon respond? How does this story parallel our own story of redemption?