Jesus' evident power over evil supernatural forces raises questions. In explaining its source, Jesus shows us behind the curtain of the supernatural battle raging in our world - and he shows us we must join one side or the other - there's no middle ground.

In the middle of Jesus' teaching on prayer he presents us with a parable which can be challenging to understand: a tale of a friend arriving at midnight, and a host with no bread. What is Jesus teaching us here about prayer? Peter explains

When Jesus' disciples ask him how to pray, he gives them a pattern for prayer, balancing intimacy with respect, reorienting ourselves, getting our priorities straight, and then seeking God's help.

Give the talk a listen and find out if you are a Martha or Mary. We discuss the difference between service to Christ and devotion to Christ.

The Good Samaritan is such a well known parable it's hard for us to appreciate just how much of an oxymoron the phrase "good samaritan" would have been for the original audience! But what is Jesus' point with the parable? Is it just a moral message about being kind to other people? No - there's more - listen and learn!

"The King is coming" is the urgent message for the world - but the king comes offering peace; while the movement announcing his coming begins with only a few, many will respond as it multiplies. Those who reject it have been warned - they are rejecting God himself. Rejoice: Jesus reveals God and offers peace with him to the weak not the wise.

Jesus presents three potential disciples with challenges to following him, helping us see the cost, urgency and focus required in joining his urgent mission. No room for excuses or delay - even for things which seem precious to us.

Catch up with our plans and the practicalities regarding our hope for a new home

We all long for greatness, for significance. Often we pursue that through competition: pulling others down or pushing ourselves up. Jesus shows us true greatness through his obedience all the way to the cross. He gives each of his followers significance by sending us with that nmessage.

Are we really listening to Jesus? Jesus confronts the crowds and his disciples to challenge them to truly believe what He is saying.