Song of Songs is a love story, of a man and a woman, of hide and seek, of intimacy and ecstasy, of trying to find the love that will make life worth living. All in one person ...

Apart from a natural inclination to prolong the human species, it can be argued that there's little point to our existence beyond trying to enjoy the fleeting moments of our lives. Eat, sleep and be merry. Yet, as Dr Phil. might say, "how's it working for you"? It seems that even for those who've "made it", there's surprisingly little happiness. In contrast to this secularist belief, the Christian message of Easter is filled with hope and promise, both for the here and now, and for eternity.

What keeps us humble and gracious with the faults of others is the good news of Easter Friday.

What we fear loses it's sting when Jesus is our master and commander.

In God's Kingdom the way up is down. And God is using what's small and seemingly insignificant, to build something huge and wonderful.

In Jesus' parable of the sower, there's only one outcome that leads to a Spirit transformed life; a life that's more loving, more joyful, more peaceful, more patient ...

Do we see ourselves as owners or stewards of money? And does God's promise of eternity alter how we spend (or save) money now?

Our generosity is shaped by God's grace, not legislated or limited by law.

How do we break free from the fear of not having enough? Can we see that "more" will not satisfy? How do we live generous lives - giving to those in need, giving to those who can never repay? Giving will not make us richer materially, but giving, both our money and our time, can make our lives so much richer in other ways; as we love and care for each other, just as God intended.

Jesus came to bring us rest, rest from religion, and rest for our souls.