It is always easier to see the negative message in the writing of Biblical prophets than to see the missed opportunities and tragedies that motivates their warnings. Malachi (which means 'my messenger') lived, like us, in cynical times. His message is an antidote to the cynicism that traps us and keeps us from the vibrant … Continue reading Malachi 1:1-5 | I have loved you
John 20 | Resurrection life
We know too well that life is not as it should be but, what should it be, what can it be? The whole of John's book about his friend Jesus tells us, through many deeply personal stories, what the life God promises all of us on Resurrection Sunday, is like. The taste of this life … Continue reading John 20 | Resurrection life
John 17 | The prayer of Jesus
Jesus prayed that our unity would be based around his glory. This is not unity around conformity to doctrinal or social norms, nor unity around denominational loyalties, nor unity around shared tastes and preferences. It is not unity around family groups or language or shared humanity or even our hunger for peace. In a divided … Continue reading John 17 | The prayer of Jesus
John 15 | Depending on Jesus
Many of us might feel like we have been pruned (personally and in the life of our churches). But, what kind of opportunities for growth are there after being pruned? How does depending on Jesus help us to grow? These are our questions we continue through Lent and worship together this Sunday (17/3) from 10 … Continue reading John 15 | Depending on Jesus
