A call to reflect on our lives and our spiritual need on the occasion of the passing away of Queen Elizabeth II.

An exceedingly costly purchase effected by a priceless sacrifice. But what does this redemption actually deliver us from-

What makes believers different in societies that are rapidly worsening- What empowers and enables them- How are they distinctive-

Divine Wrath is neglected but vital for understanding God and His work.

How is the Saviour equipped to mediate, to appease, to liberate and especially to succour the needy spirit-

Here is an OT trophy of grace. Manasseh went so far in sin and evil against the Lord that he seemed beyond redemption. And yet even he found forgiveness. If he did, then why not me-

Here is an emphatic call to all believers to take sanctification seriously. Here is a battle that we cannot abscond from without suffering spiritual harm- a daily battle, to put off the old man and to put on the new.

Genesis 3 records the deep and dramatic change in man as a result of his sin. Here is the reason why so many hide from God and are averse to him. Sin has affected the marriage relationship too. Also, the curse on the serpent and the first gospel promise.

Who are the gifts for- Who is the giver- For what purpose are they given- Here is the biblical call to each believer to use his gifts in service for the Lord in the local church. The church grows, advances, matures as each believer does their part.

Here is the sad case of a man possessed by a powerful force. No man could tame him. No man could deliver him. Only Christ. Here is how we are influenced by forces from without and within, forces which control our thinking and actions. True freedom and peace is found in Christ alone.