Books on prayer
Church Bulletin Since we have been looking at prayer in recent sermons I thought I would provide a list of books on this vital subject. If you want to learn …
Reading vs listening
Church Bulletin About ten years ago audio books became all the rage. The question was asked – is it better to read a book or listen to it being read? …
Sharpening the doctrinal blade
Church Bulletin At present a number of Reformed scholars in the United States are engaged in a debate concerning the Trinity. The controversy involves whether or not authority and submission …
Brexit
Church Bulletin The world looked on with great interest as Britons went to the polls over their position in the EU. Throughout the day I checked regularly to see how …
Sore ankles and aching legs
Church Bulletin I have been taking Cameron to a local park to practice dribbling, ball control, shooting and tackling (soccer skills for those who may be wondering what I mean). …
Interruptions
Church Bulletin There I was ploughing along with my sermon on Psalm 23. Suddenly the page dropped away, the screen returned to the home setting and a box appeared telling …
Let no one despise your youth
Church Bulletin We live at a time when society is obsessed with youthfulness. Some people spend copious amounts of money attempting to peel back the years. Getting older has its …
Ridicule in the Bible
Church Bulletin Whatever criticisms may be levelled at the Bible it can never be called dull and colourless. Sometimes it even shocks particularly with the biting responses of God’s servants …
God’s church is a broad church
Church bulletin Some time ago I was talking to a ministerial friend when he described the wife of another pastor as being “a bit out there”. It was in no …
Fasting
Church Bulletin Fasting seems to be a thing of the past for Christians. By fasting I am referring to abstaining from food for a set period. Some people suggest it …