Shame is an emotion given by God, but greatly misunderstood, and capable of causing extreme pain. It is vitally important that we understand where it comes from, what it signals, and what a church can do to heal the shame of the broken.
iving in the New, not the Old: Here is a challenge to grasp the implications of what the Bible says about our radical new status and see two huge ways in which being in the New Creation changes everything.
The preaching of Jesus came down to one thing, ‘Follow me!’ Understanding what this means is key to both becoming a Christian and growing as a Christian
The purpose of this talk is to equip believers to explain the message, and to guide those who are seeking along a clear Biblical pathway that is concise, yet complete.
Union with Christ in both his death and resurrection is the single most important truth in the whole of Christianity. If you truly understand what it means for you, and live out of this new reality, then it will affect you profoundly.
In this remarkable passage we see a vivid image of the New Creation that links back to the old, but also points forward to how we can spread the Gospel, and the source of growth and fruit in our lives.
Even if you are a Christian, there are some deep challenges in this story. Jesus wants to keep moving you along the journey until you really know who he is, and act accordingly.
Why do most Christians find it so hard to share the Gospel? —fearful of being looked down on? —don’t know what to say? —afraid of creating an awkward moment? —This message aims provide some practical help and encouragement for sharing our faith.
