Read Mark 1.1-11

At the beginning of Mark’s gospel we dive straight into the essentials of John the Baptist preparing the way and Jesus’ baptism. Rev Gav explains why they are so important.

https://fab.church/insights/why-was-jesus-baptised/

We all get better at things such as skills and learning by trying harder, but what about our moral characters? Do we become ‘better’ people by trying harder?

https://fab.church/insights/what-is-the-best-new-year-resolution-to-make/

Isaiah 9.6

On Christmas morning, Rev Gav woke early to pen his thoughts on the meaning of the incarnation — the birth of Jesus Christ.

https://fab.church/insights/what-is-the-ultimate-expression-of-love/

Matthew 2:1-12

Rev explores the well known Bible text about the ‘three kings’ who visit Jesus. Is it a bit more radical and outrageous than it first appears?

https://fab.church/insights/who-were-those-magi/

Philippians 4.4-7

Mary, filled with joy from the Holy Spirit bursts into song, literally magnifying (or amplifying) the Lord. Rev Gav explores how we too can experience inner joy.

https://fab.church/insights/how-can-i-experience-inner-joy/

Jesus was both fully God and human, therefore did this make him a super-human with no need for any outside support or help?

https://fab.church/insights/could-jesus-have-done-it-on-his-own/

1 John 4:16-18

In a week where Rev Gav officiated at three funerals, he reflects on the nature of death and resurrection, and how we should live without fear.

https://fab.church/insights/what-is-the-opposite-of-love/

Matthew 25:31-46

The annual telling of the story of Jesus ends with Christ the King, where we think about Christ on his throne judging the world.

https://fab.church/insights/am-i-a-sheep-or-a-goat/

Revelation 21:1-6

In this Insight, Rev Gav reflects on how Harvest relates to God’s mission in the world, and the role we have to play.

https://fab.church/insights/why-is-harvest-so-important/

James 1:19

Rev Gav explores how becoming aware of our five senses can help us use them to bless others.

https://fab.church/insights/how-can-we-use-our-five-senses/