The name Laodicea means ‘rule of the people.’ This church well represents a church run by majority rule instead of God. Its name designates it as the Church of mob rule, the democratic church, in which everything is swayed and decided by popular opinion, clamour and voting. Revelation 3:14-22 “And to the angel of the church in…
Within every organisation, someone is in charge. As we think about the church, we soon discover in Colossians, that the answer is Christ Himself. A right understanding of this truth is crucial for us to comprehend, as we consider how our willingness to submit to His headship, affects His body. Matthew 8:18-34 Now when Jesus saw a…
Within every organisation, someone is in charge. As we think about the church, we soon discover in Colossians, that the answer is Christ Himself. A right understanding of this truth is crucial for us to comprehend, as we consider how our willingness to submit to His headship, affects His body. Colossians 1:1-23 Paul, an apostle of Christ…
Gabriel’s visit with Mary foretold the Messiah’s conception and birth. The angel’s message is the cornerstone of redemptive history. It calls us, like Mary, to acknowledge the mystery of God’s plans and to submit to His purposes in humility and trust. Luke 1:26-45 In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a…
If the Bible is to affect our lives, we must not merely listen to it but also receive and act upon it. If we think we can hear the Word and do nothing, we are self-deceived. It’s not enough to just listen to it; we must do what it says! Matthew 7:15-29 ESV A Tree…
God sent an angel to prepare Joseph for his role in the birth of the Messiah. Joseph’s response was shaped by his commitment to the Word of God, in the face of shame and rejection. Our hope today is only found in the Lord Jesus Christ, who became a man to endure shame, to meet…
How can Christians live distinctive lives in a secular culture? Peter helps us to see the importance of showing respect to everyone whilst still maintaining our fear of God, who calls us to be good citizens and godly role models. 1 Peter 2:13-25 English Standard Version Submission to Authority 13 Be subject for the Lord’s sake…
This message begins by reminding ourselves that we know enough about Jesus in order to be saved. We should not worry about the rest; however where we get insights to His childhood and teenage years we need to take heed. In adult life, we should not court the limelight, but like Jesus be ready to…
Looking at the argument of James 4 this message shows us that all issues of human conflict begin within the hearts of people and that the only solution is to Draw Near to God, subjecting oneself to His gracious order. He will deal with our hearts and equip us to live for Him and other people. 7…