Proverbs 14:25–34, Acts 8:4–35, 2 Samuel 21:1

How can the *spiritual* climate of your nation be changed?

Psalm 73:1–14, Acts 7:44–60, 2 Samuel 18:33; 19:5–8

It is not just about changing our actions or appearance; we need to change on the inside – we need a change of *heart*.

Psalm 72:1–17, Acts 7:20–38, 2 Samuel 17:1–14

In all the circumstances of your life and the events going on around you, you can trust in the providence of God.

Psalm 71:19–23, Acts 6:8–15; 7:1–10, 2 Samuel 15:13–30; 16:5–14

As Matheson’s hymn beautifully articulates, *troubles do not have the last word*.

Proverbs 14:15–22, Acts 5:12–42, 2 Samuel 14:1–22; 15:5–6

Disloyalty destroys families, churches, businesses, political parties and even nations.

Psalm 71:13–18, Acts 4:23–35; 5:1–5, 2 Samuel 13:12

The reality of right and wrong are very clear in today’s passages and there are stark contrasts between the two.

Psalm 71:1–6, Acts 4:1–20, 2 Samuel 11:26–27; 12:1–7

This is the challenge of life.

Psalm 70:1–5, Acts 3:1–19, 2 Samuel 9:3–7

When kindness is expressed, healthy relationships are created, community connections are nourished and people are inspired to pass on kindness.

Proverbs 14:9–14, Acts 2:22–47, 2 Samuel 7:18–29; 8:14

The ultimate victory of God came with the life, death, resurrection and ascension of Jesus and the outpouring of his Spirit who gives you power to live a life of victory.

Psalm 69:29–35, Acts 2:1–21, 2 Samuel 5:9–24; 6:5–22

In today’s passages we hear other sounds going to and from heaven.