James doesn't write about trying harder- he tells us about the Father's heart for us, about living for Him because we are fully His and He is our everything! But what about when life is hard, in sickness and sin?

We go through life making and wanting more to-do lists. But Christianity doesn't work like that. What does it mean to live for Jesus?

The heart of Christianity is not self-determined self-improvement. The heart of Christianity is the husband-heart of God.

Happy birthday Queen Elizabeth II! But what kind of King is Jesus?

(Psalm 113)

There are two kinds of wisdom - from above and below. Jesus is truly meek and embodies the wisdom of God.

Our words are powerful. They reveal so much about our hearts - positively and, of course, negatively. Is there anything we can do about it?

Being a Christian on a Monday morning, the day after Sunday church, is hard. But saying "we believe" isn't enough- real faith will show itself in real life.

We had the great privilege of having George Verwer with us. He shared his favourite verses and seven principles he lives his life by - as well as plenty of book recommendations! Responding to Jesus in all of life is a joy.

(Matthew 9:35-38)

Being a Christian means having a dynamic relationship with God, following Jesus. It's also about responding to those around us - we should treat all others with the love we have received.

Want to grow as a Christian? Spiritual maturity comes from humbly receiving God's Word and responding to it