Have you ever wondered if you have a purpose in this world? Or maybe you know your purpose but feel stuck in seeing it activated? You’re not alone. Many of us struggle with these questions. But what if I told you that God had already planned good things for you to do long before you even took your first breath?
Read MoreYou might wonder why putting others first is so important. In a world that often encourages us to prioritize our own needs and ambitions, it can be challenging to shift our focus outward. But what if I told you that embracing a mindset of humility and selflessness could transform not only your life but also the lives of those around you? This is the heart of the message from Philippians 2:1-4, where Paul urges us to "do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility regard others as better than yourselves." Let's explore how this principle can make a profound difference in our daily lives.
Read MoreHow often do you consider inviting someone to church or sharing your faith? If you're like most of us, the idea can be intimidating. You might worry about rejection or feel unsure about how to start the conversation. But what if I told you that inviting others to experience Jesus is one of the most important acts of hospitality you can offer?
Read MoreImagine walking into a home where you are immediately greeted with warmth, a genuine smile, and a sense of belonging. This is the essence of unreasonable hospitality—going above and beyond to make others feel valued and loved. You might wonder how you can create such an environment in your own life, especially when juggling work, family, and social commitments. The answer lies in serving others, just as Jesus did.
Read MoreYou might wonder why hospitality is such a big deal in the church. Ever walked into a place and felt completely ignored? It’s not a great feeling, right? Imagine if that place was a church. Today, we’re diving into the heart of what it means to be unreasonably hospitable and why it’s crucial for our faith and community.
Read MoreFasting isn't just an optional discipline for the Christian on rare occasions, nor is it reserved for the "super-spiritual," though that is what we may often feel.
Why would we only want that on rare occasions?
Read MoreThe mission is identity, not just action; we are ambassadors of Jesus' mission. An ambassador, in geopolitics, is sent with the authority of their sender to declare the words of the one who sent them. Suppose we are ambassadors of reconciliation between the Creator and the creation, exactly as Christ was first God's ambassador to us. In that case, we must be joyfully diligent in sharing His will and word in His world.
Read MoreMost people see Church as one of the balls they keep in the air amid a busy life. God, though, desires something different for His church. Life in covenant with God's family (the Church) is central to reality. Thus, all of life, and its many components, flows through the reality of being in God's family.
The Church was not an afterthought in God's plan. At the centre of God's eternal purpose is His desire to create a people for Himself. It is His unfolding plan of redemption and where history is headed. We are not reconciled to God as individuals and then choose to join the Church at some point as if it were a social club, country club, gang, support group or activist organization.
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