July 7, 2026
The divine warrior comes alone to judge evil and redeem his people, so that salvation is secured and wickedness is finally destroyed.
July 6, 2026
The Spirit-anointed Messiah proclaims grace, restores the ruined city, gives his people new names, and calls them to pray until his salvation shines.
July 3, 2026
Over the past twelve weeks, while we have been reading and preaching through Isaiah, I have also been reading Charles Dickens’ A Tale of Two Cities.
Dickens begins his novel with some of the most famous words in English literature:
“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times…”
July 3, 2026
God’s glory rises upon his people, draws the nations home, transforms the ruined city, and becomes their everlasting light.
July 2, 2026
Sin separates God’s people from him and leaves them powerless, but when they confess their desperate condition, the LORD himself comes as warrior and Redeemer.
July 1, 2026
God rejects religious practices that conceal selfishness and injustice, but promises light, healing, guidance, and joy to those whose repentance reshapes their lives.
June 30, 2026
God condemns corrupt leaders and idolatrous people, but he draws near to the humble, heals the repentant, and gives them peace.
June 29, 2026
As God’s salvation draws near, his people are to practise justice and welcome outsiders into his joyful house of prayer.
June 26, 2026
It is football World Cup time. It is also State of Origin time. Together, these two great sporting contests confront me with a surprisingly difficult question: who am I supposed to support?
June 26, 2026
God invites thirsty and bankrupt people to receive freely what truly satisfies, because the Servant has paid and God’s word will certainly fulfil his promise.