Dec 11th 2020 -
"Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful." ... Hebrews 10:23 In this time, it can be hard to have hope. Will I go back to having lectures in person in the new year? Will I be able to sing in worship again? When will all this change? Will it ever? 2000 years ago the...
Dec 10th 2020 -
“but the angel reassured them. “Don’t be afraid!” he said. “I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people. The Savior—yes, the Messiah, the Lord—has been born today in Bethlehem, the city of David!” Luke 2:10-11 NLT 8 years ago I was standing in a tent full to the brim with 10,000 people. We were all belting...
Dec 9th 2020 -
“At the sound of Mary’s greeting, Elizabeth’s child leaped within her, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. Elizabeth gave a glad cry and exclaimed to Mary, “God has blessed you above all women, and your child is blessed. Why am I so honored, that the mother of my Lord should visit me?” Luke 1:41-43: In this passage, we read how...
Dec 8th 2020 -
With mental health issues amongst students becoming increasingly common, how can churches support students who are struggling? We spoke with Dr Kate Middleton, Dr Roger Bretherton and Rachel Gardner about what they’re noticing in students and how they can be best supported. To watch the full video, tap here. For a summary of their tips, read below. 1. Encourage students to register...
Dec 8th 2020 -
“Yes, I came from the Father into the world, and now I will leave the world and return to the Father.” John 16:28 Growing up I loved performing, and like many kids, my first role was in a nativity play. I remember the teacher coming into the class and saying that whoever put their hand up first for the character would...
Dec 7th 2020 -
“Thank God for this gift, too wonderful for words!” 2 Corinthians 9:15 What’s the best gift you’ve ever received? Perhaps your mind jumps to a recent present you were given that came with attached sentimental value. May I encourage you to think back to when you were really young? I remember the all-encompassing anticipation that surrounded Christmas Day as a child. A full...
Dec 6th 2020 -
“That night there were shepherds staying in the fields nearby, guarding their flocks of sheep. Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord’s glory surrounded them. They were terrified.” Luke 2:8-9 In the dark night, thousands of anonymous people waited. Everything went quiet. Then came the words, “Andy, can you turn on the lights so...
