February 3, 2019
January 6, 2018
January 1, 2017
Psalm 1 stands at the gateway to the Psalms like a pair of crouching lions; only the Worthy may pass
., and those who are with him.
May 15, 2016
James 1 acts as a kind of executive summary' to the rest of the letter. It introduces all the main themes that will be elaborated upon later in the letter. Immediately prior to this week's passage, James 1:18 reflects on God's good gifts to his people in this way, "He chose to give us birth through the word of truth, that we might be a kind of firstfruits of all he created." (Please note, bible study questions relating to the sermon can be accessed by clicking on the paperclip icon, found on the right).
May 8, 2016
Rich and poor believers alike face the temptation to find status and significance in material wealth. The answer to this perennial temptation is to depend on the word of truth (i.e., the word of Jesus) which has been planted within us, and is growing. (Please note, bible study questions relating to the sermon can be accessed by clicking on the paperclip icon, found on the right).
December 20, 2015
Zechariah?s song reveals the role of John the Baptist as both prophet of God - shaped by his Word, and the forerunner of Christ - pointing to Jesus. These two principles challenge us, whatever our roles. Is God?s Word the dominating influence in our lives? Is our desire to point to Jesus?