As the young Corinthian church finds its feet in a city that loves sin, Paul helps them once again to identify worldly living that's dominating the community. Divisions, squabbles, and disputes permeate through the small group. Taking each other to court and fighting in public bring the church into disrepute. Have a listen to how he says to shine the light of the Gospel in a dark city.
Read MoreSometimes we need to exercise tough love in the church family. When should we exercise church discipline? Why should we do it? And what does the process look like?
Read MoreWhat does successful Christian leadership look like, and how should we respond to it?
God's criteria and expectations are quite different to what we might expect.
Read MoreThe Corinthian church were acting like babies when it came to their faith - and in this chapter, Paul says, 'enough is enough'! But, what steps should they be taking to begin growing up in their faith? Join us as Paul identifies some of their problems and helps them to see what Christlikeness looks like.
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Read MoreAs Paul writes his first letter to the church in Corinth, you'd expect him to give them a bit of an uppercut. But, uniquely, he chooses first to give them a warm, brotherly hug, reminding them of their status in Christ and the grace that God has given them to live lives that are set apart for Him and His glory.
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Read MoreIt is possible to be content without changing your circumstances (but you need to learn the secret!). And there are lots of blessings that come with being generous.
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Read MoreMost of us feel anxious and stressed at some point and to varying degrees.
Is it really possible to go from feeling anxious to experiencing joy and peace? Yes! Check out the good news for anxious people.
Read MoreDiscover God's purpose for your life and choose to commit yourself to pursuing it.
Read MorePaul loves writing about Jesus and the righteousness gifted through him. But, that's a Gospel truth that's under fire for the young church in Philippi. People are beginning to preach that there are other ways to be made right with God - and it's making Paul agro.
Read MoreComplaining reveals some grubby things about the state of our hearts.
The good news is that God is not finished with us yet, and can change our hearts to be more like Jesus.
Read MoreHow does God want us to relate to one another?
He calls us to have the same attitude as Jesus, who humbly gave Himself for the good of others.
Read MoreWe all prioritise the things we love the most. We commend those things, we choose to do those things, and we contend for those things to stay important. Join us as we see Paul live out the Gospel priority in his life.
Read MoreThe gospel answers our deepest questions and meets our deepest needs. It shapes the way we relate to God, the way we see ourselves, the causes we give ourselves to, and the way we relate to others.
Read MoreWhen Jesus ascends and leaves his disciples, he heads to the heavenly throne knowing they are 'mission ready'. Check out what Luke records as Jesus unleashes his followers on a broken world.
Read MoreWe live in a world full of disappointments, unmet expectations and shattered hopes. Sometimes we can even feel disappointed with God. How does Jesus help us deal with our deepest disappointments?
Read MoreA few hours before Jesus is on the Cross, the Jewish & Roman authorities ask him who he is. Jesus doesn't give a direct answer - he just shows them. As he fulfils Scripture, proves he is the Suffering Servant, and takes the place of the guilty.
If only the Pharisees, Herod, and Pilate would look and see who is standing in front of them rather than pursuing their own agendas. If only we'd do the same.
Read MoreJesus' last meal was the Passover. This was a shadow of his saving work on the cross. Jesus is the true Passover lamb, whose body was broken and blood was poured out for us. Christians now celebrate the The Lord's Supper (or Communion) to remind us that Jesus has dealt with our past, has made a new way for us to relate to God in the present, and has secured our future. This is such comfort food for hungry, thirsty and anxious souls!
Read MoreJesus had a clear mission, to seek and save the lost. It shaped his priorities and cost him his life. If you're lost, follow Jesus because He is the way. If you've been found, partner with Him in his mission to see the lost saved, whatever it takes.
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