The Magi showed a correct response to the infant Messiah when they worshipped him. Herod showed a wrong response. He didn't seek the Messiah and thought only of maintaining his…
We live in a 24 hour society and our lives can be very busy. God mandated rest because of his action after creation and because of our release from slavery.…
Congregations often run programmes for older people but must be careful not to miss the blessing that older people can give the congregation. Simeon and Anna exemplify holding the faith…
David's response to distress is to cry to God. God will act righteously. His enemies may slander David but his status before God is what matters. We can use David's…
The psalmist affirms how good it is when believes demonstrate unity. When acting in unity churches can achieve so much. Jesus prayed for unity among those who believed because it…
Paul recognises that spiritual warfare is inevitable but affirms that God has provided us with suitable menas of withsatnding it. In addition to using the armour we must pray at…
Paul urges the Ephesians to live in a manner which will give light to those around. He commands them to be filled with the Spirit and gives examples of Spirit…
The psalmist tells us that those who fear the LORD will be blessed. Probably the closest English words for fear in 2019 would be awe and reverence. We may not…
Paul concludes his letter with an admonition to the Christians who are rich. They must be generous and do good. They will in this way lay a firm foundation for…
Paul affirms that the law is good if one uses it properly. Some in Ephesus weren't and Paul urged Timothy to oppose them. God's law shows us our sin, restrains…