Like any family, church life has its ups and downs. Inevitably things will go wrong, people will upset you, frustrate you and let you down. Jesus gives us clear instructions making sure these bumps in the road don't cause a relational write-off.

Everyone desires to be great. Everyone wants to be seen as the best, and the disciples are no different. Here we see them ask 'who is the greatest?' And Jesus gives them (and us) three ways to become great in the Kingdom of heaven. But it might not be how you expect...

Have you ever stepped out in faith only to discover God doesn't seem to have stepped out with you? How do you react when God doesn't do what you expect him to? Is there an alternative to playing it safe to avoid further embarrassing failures?

Jeff Fletcher Reading Verse. Living for Jesus today has many challenges: What does the bible say to help us stay true to our faith in an increasingly hostile culture?

Some experiences change lives forever,either for better or for worse. A real encounter with the Real God should surely be the ultimate life changing encounter: So why then do so many people settle for a mundane and predictable religious experience?

It's easy to think we know all about who Jesus is and what God should do. However, as one of his closest followers finds out, Jesus refuses to allow us to tell him what to do - even concerning our own lives. But how can that really be fair?

The turkey's eaten, the tree's been taken down, the New Year's been welcomed in - what's next? At the start of 2012 we look at where we hope to be as a church this time next year. It won't be easy, but Jesus never said it would be.....

Jesus is the ultimate Quiz-Master and he shows us how to do it with two questions which are pivotal to this whole series. Take part in the big Quiz, compare your answers and see whether you will get a prize!

Getting on with each other is not always easy - even in the church. We need to find a way to handle the inevitable conflicts and personality clashes that will otherwise seriously damage the church.

The safe arrival of the newest member of the family is always a time to celebrate & thank God. It also brings fresh demands and challenges for the parents. We take some time out to ask God's blessing on some new arrivals at King's.