Keeping it Real, James 1.1-12

Today we begin a major series as we work passage by passage through the powerful, practical book of James. We face ‘trials of many kinds’ not least in the Covid 19 times we live in. James shows us how those trials – not good in themselves – can still lead us on into a more mature Christian faith.

A Dynamic Relationship, Acts 2.42

God calls us into relationship with him. Prayer is the Christian’s ‘vital breath’, the way we maintain and develop that relationship. Wonderfully, there are many ways of praying which God has given us. Are we enjoying rich fellowship with him? We can do, as we give ourselves to him in prayer.

Level Ground, Acts 2.42; 1 Corinthians 10.16-17; 11.23-26

One way the Lord’s Supper can really help us is by giving us a deep reassurance of God’s love. Christ’s death really is for us!

A Dynamic Meeting Place, Acts 2.42

‘The breaking of bread’, what is called in different traditions the Lord’s Supper or Holy Communion, is central to the life of most churches. But what are we doing when we celebrate it? This episode delves into church history to rediscover a rich and dynamic understanding of communion.

The Church That Changes The World, Acts 2.42

We are called to enjoy rich fellowship with other Christians. When this works well it is not inward looking. Rather it has power to transform those around us.

The Four Pillars Of Church, Acts 2.42

As we reflect on what the ‘new normal’ may look like as we come out of lockdown, this verse challenges us to reimagine church along biblical lines.

God Of Grace, Psalm 99, especially vs 8-9

Our God upholds both justice and mercy, as shown supremely in the cross of Christ. Consequently, we can all know his wonderful forgiveness.

God Of Justice, Psalm 99, especially vs 4-5

The Psalm shows us that God is a God of justice and equity. This is a message for our times.

Holy Holy Holy, Psalm 99, especially vs 1, 5 and 9

This rich and multi-faceted Psalm has the thread of holiness running right through it. Our God is holy, holy, holy. How will we respond to God’s character and how does this shape his call on our lives?

A New Song, Psalm 96

If we’ve been Christian pilgrims for a while, there’s a danger we live in the past and depend on past experiences. This Psalm encourages us not to stagnate spiritually, calling us to sing a new song to our Lord.