39-44 Jesus got them all to sit down in groups of fifty or a hundred—they looked like a patchwork quilt of wildflowers spread out on the green grass! He took the ... Read More

In the 21st Century we take for granted the availability of detailed weather forecasts.  We’re familiar with satellite images tracking storms days before they arrive, giving us plenty of time ... Read More

Every now and again something happens that suddenly stops us in our tracks.  Like the time my car mechanic told me that the leak I’d noticed from my engine was ... Read More

30-31 The apostles then rendezvoused with Jesus and reported on all that they had done and taught. Jesus said, “Come off by yourselves; let’s take a break and get a little ... Read More

Interaction between radio presenters and their audiences is commonplace, whether it be with phone-ins, or by email and texts.  So some frustration then, when on 8th October 2016 the BBC ... Read More

During the 2016 presidential race to the White House the tax affairs of Donald Trump have come in for some considerable scrutiny.  One thing that’s not in doubt is that ... Read More

17-20 Herod was the one who had ordered the arrest of John, put him in chains, and sent him to prison at the nagging of Herodias, his brother Philip’s wife. For ... Read More

At the 2016 Malaysian Grand Prix, British driver Lewis Hamilton seemed to be having it all his own way.  Having won pole position, he led from the front and was ... Read More

The story is told of the famous Italian violinist Paganini, who one evening stepped out onto the stage of a packed concert hall, only to notice that there was something ... Read More

7-8 Jesus called the Twelve to him, and sent them out in pairs. He gave them authority and power to deal with the evil opposition. He sent them off with these ... Read More