Miniscule mites and massive mammals
Church bulletin: Some illustrations in the Bible are meant to amuse us. The lesson is serious but it is conveyed in a humous way. Matt 23:24 is one such example …
Christ was not alone on the cross
Church bulletin: We are all very familiar with the crucifixion narrative. Along with the incarnation and resurrection, the crucifixion is the heartbeat of our faith. We specifically give thought to …
Learn to pause
Church bulletin: Anyone familiar with the psalms will have encountered the word “selah.” In some psalms it appears quite frequently. Psalm 3:1-4; 8, “A Psalm of David When He Fled …
The making of many books
Church bulletin: Reading is a practice we should seek to cultivate. It is possible to meditate upon God’s truth without reading – listening to sermons, singing hymns and engaging in …
Tenalach
Church bulletin: I am a lover of words and I particularly like words which express ideas and concepts not directly found in English. There is often richness in other languages …
Sola scriptura
Church Bulletin: The first of the five “solas” is sola scriptura – scripture alone. It lays the foundation for the other four – Christ alone, faith alone, grace alone and …
Sin in three stages
Church bulletin: Psalm 1 is a much-loved psalm and a gateway into the whole psalter. It can be applied to the Lord Jesus Christ as the man who perfectly fulfilled …
No hidden costs
Church bulletin: Using EFTPOS these days invariably means a surcharge. We are paying for the privilege to use our own money. Some shops have a sign notifying of the surcharge …
Miscarriage
Church bulletin: Leah had multiple miscarriages in our hope for children. These were hard times. When we felt ready to tell others both inside and outside the church, it quickly …
Samson, an example of faith?
Church bulletin: Chapter 11 of Hebrews is often referred to as the hall of faith. One name in particular on the list, may raise eyebrows – Samson (Heb 11:32). Here …