(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "Christmas and Advent Services") Hosea 5:13-6:11 A people who profess devotion but have no repentance.

(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "Christmas and Advent Services") Matthew 1:18-25 The tragedy of being blind to Jesus the God-man at Christmas. He saves His people.

(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "Christmas and Advent Services") Isaiah 8:22-9:6 Non-contributory salvation - a work of God accomplished through the child who is born.

(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "Christmas and Advent Services") Micah 5:2 and 7:18-20 Iniquity, transgression, and sin. The wonder of a God who pardons.

(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "2 Samuel") 2 Samuel 19:31-40 Barzillai - a devoted and humble man. Content and with the King's interest at heart, and the right attitude to his works.

(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "Christmas and Advent Services") Isaiah 8:11-22 esp v18 The Child who divides mankind - into children and followers of God, or of the devil.

(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "2 Samuel") 2 Samuel 19:24-30 Mephibosheth - a lesson on where our heart lies - with this world, or with our King.

(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "Christmas and Advent Services") Isaiah 8:13,14 The Child who divides - foretold as God with His people. A Sanctuary, or a Rock of offence.

(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "Bible Study - 1 Corinthians") 1 Corinthians 8:1-13 Eating what is sacrificed to idols. Love and knowledge, primary and secondary issues.

(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "2 Samuel") 2 Samuel 19:16-23 (esp v23) The great promise to all who believe- 'You shall not die!'. A promise made by the King to all who are humbled and confess their sin.