Sep 17, 2018 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
Jesus here was heading toward His death and resurrection, on the cross, and so now He needs to spend time with the disciples, to help them understand the things that will happen and to teach them the things they will need to sustain them when He won’t be there...
Sep 10, 2018 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
The Letter written by James for this Sunday shows someone who understands and has probably experienced “foot in mouth” disease. There are many examples in this passage about the effect our words can have on others. Phrases such as we praise God and curse men with...
Sep 3, 2018 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
Reflections for Pentecost 9/Ordinary 23 Proverbs 22:1-23, Psalm 125, James 2:1-17, Mark 7:24-37 Is wisdom a necklace with a diverse set of pieces held together on a string of generous justice (Proverbs), a black and white choice (Psalm), a lifestyle of action...
Aug 27, 2018 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
In this first chapter of James the writer challenges readers to consider aspects of faith that surround the ethics of our faith. The theme emerging in this passage considers the positive and negative sides of ones belief. We note that trial is always part of life and...
Aug 20, 2018 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
1 Kings 8: (1, 6, 10-11, 22-30, 41-43) This reading opens with the bringing of the Ark of the Covenant into the new temple. A travelling, seeking people has found a home and the presence of the Ark completes this journey for them. Solomon declares that God has a...
Aug 13, 2018 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
The writer of Psalm111 is sure of a number of things: God’s unending goodness and kindness to those who trust him. That the right response of a believer in God is to praise God for his goodness and loving kindness. That God and the believer have a relationship through...
