Writing in a time of persecution, Peter seeks to reassure Christians that God is in control. Furthermore, unlike non-Christians, Christians have hope based on God’s faithfulness and guaranteed by the resurrection of Jesus. This future, heavenly hope should transform our present attitude and experience and give us perseverance as our faith is tested and refined.

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How, in this messy world, can our young people grow up untainted by all the mess around them? How can we all swim against the tide of 'stuff' the world throws at us and remain close to God? The psalmist tells us how: by walking according to God's Word. In his sermon Will explains how ...

Donald takes global climate change as an example of our lack of care for the natural environment. God has ownership of creation. Humanity, in the image of God, is given the privilege of subduing and ruling over it as a shepherd king. But we have exploited God’s good gift of creation for our own ends. We need to repent of our sinfulness in this regard, examine carefully our lifestyles, and insist to our government that immediate and effective policies are put in place to remedy the damage we are causing.

Sam considers why Christians should care for the environment, why they should be excited about caring for the environment, and what they might do about it.