Booker T Washington was born into slavery, but he had a spirit of great determination and ended up becoming very successful. What an inspiration for us! He was determined to overcome his obstacles with no self pity. How we can learn from him.

As a young man, Booker T Washington's brother did something so kind that it impacted him in a great way.  Christ carried our burdens for us as he went to the cross. Are we bearing each other's burdens?

Two men go to the same church service: one walks out irritated, the other walks out blessed. The difference? What they were looking for during the service. As you worship this weekend, look for God's truth and blessing, and He will surely give it to you.

When we don't connect with a local church, our faith quickly becomes very self-centred. But when we commit to a congregation, we are reminded time and again of our mission - to spread the love of Jesus and make disciples for him.

What makes a church different from a social club? For one thing, we keep each other accountable as we try to live lives that honour Christ. Find yourself some friends in the faith who help you in this way - we can't do the Christian life without them.

GK Chesterton once said that we’re all in the same boat, and we’re all seasick. This is church - a place where we come with our mess, and lean on each other as we journey!

Church is a place where we find common ground in spite of our differences. Come and be part of a family that strives to be "one and undivided" in Christ.

Why bother with church when you can hear the best preachers and the best music from around the world online? One word: fellowship. You need a local church to be your family in faith!

How do we remember to forget? Sangster says by replacing the memories with good things, when they pop into our minds. When the enemy tries to get you to dwell on the past, remember… to forget and move forward in grace.

Sangster said "only by the special hope of God can you deal with your deep resentments, but the help is available. Claim your help now! Ask God in His mercy to make you forget." Yes you can be free from bitterness, if you take it to the great forgiving God.