Paul teaches us through his life story that passion for Jesus comes first from His passion for us. Further passion grows from obedience and discipline.

In Philippians chapter 3: 1-11 Paul uses his own impressive resume as a warning to the church not to put stock, hope or confidence in our own status, our own accomplishments or our own righteousness. In fact, Paul says all those things that seemed...

We are often anxious to assure one another of our faith, our salvation or the reward of heaven, by pointing to a verse that sounds like a promise. It might be better to ask whether or not we are actively 'working out our salvation'. Our...

Sometimes we seek to teach discipleship through a course of study, or the acquisition of knowledge and while this may have value, the mark of a true follower of Jesus is more about lifestyle and action. In Philippians 2: 1-12, Paul says that we must...

Paul tells the church that they are citizens of heaven, a calling of great privilege and responsibility. Living lives that are worthy of Christ is the true mark of a citizen belonging to heaven.

In an amazing and mysterious way we are called to be part of something that is ordained and sustained by God Himself. As Paul speaks to the Philippian Church He reminds us that it is God at work, both in us and in His Church; it is a call to love, it...

Paul gives us life-changing practices based around praise, prayer and the power of peace at work in our minds. He teaches us how to guard our hearts and how to live as he lived - even when he was chained to a Roman soldier and being guarded by a...

In Colossians 4:2-6, Paul encourages us to be people who pray with alert minds and thankful hearts. Prayer is a beautiful expression of faith; it reminds us of who we are, who we serve and what lies ahead. Paul goes on to encourage us to live wisely...

In Colossians 3:12-17 Paul speaks about who we are as a 'spiritual family' and what that should look like and sound like. It is a refreshing reminder of the powerful simplicity of Church and the call for us to be invested in each...

In Colossians chapter three Paul talks about the practical reality and very real challenge of living out our faith. There is nothing easy or automatic about denying ourselves or dying to self; that call goes against our natural tendencies. Paul...