Jun 25, 2018 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
In a world and a church where touching has been de-valued by some who have abused their calling, we might well ask, what does this passage in Mark, which is focussed on Jesus’ healing touch, have to say to us today? As I looked more closely at this passage, I...
Jun 18, 2018 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
The Peace of Presence The Lake of Galilee was notorious for its shattering and terrifying sudden storms that came out of the blue. We are told that, in these boats the place for any distinguished stranger is on the little seat placed at the stern, where a carpet and...
Jun 11, 2018 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
Reflections on Pentecost 4/Ordinary 11 All gardeners know what happens when they plant seeds. They change and a new plant is born and grows until, in time, that too becomes a seed ready to start the process all over again. Although we know the process of...
Jun 4, 2018 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
Three weeks ago, we celebrated Pentecost –- the day that the Holy Spirit descended to dwell permanently in the disciples of Jesus. In today’s New Testament reading 2 Corinthians, Paul elaborates on this spiritual treasure to those in the early church. For those that...
May 29, 2018 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
Life can be like a treasure in a fragile clay jar! As we begin our journey we are unaware that we have a treasure hidden deep inside our being. This treasure is planted there from the moment that we are conceived in our mother’s womb. As we grow from childhood into...
May 25, 2018 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
The things God tells us to do are usually for our own good. Or that’s how they start off anyway. Take the Sabbath for instance. It is an operational instruction given to the user by the manufacturer; WARNING If left running 24 hours a day for 7 days consecutively...
