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The Story of the Bible | Part 3

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Today we will be carrying on looking at the 'story of the Bible'. We are going to look at the conquest of Israel and Judah and see that there are many similarities to some of the struggles we have as Christians today. The second half of the Old Testament in 30 minutes - can it be done?????

The Story of the Bible | Part 2

Last Sunday we looked at an overview of the whole Bible in just over 30 minutes. We discussed key themes of imago dei and therefore God's desire to be with His people. 

This Sunday we looked at - Baptisms and the Exodus of Israel.
In my list of tricky subjects to combine this is way up there. But, when you look into the amazing story of plagues and frogs and darkness, the Passover, and the exodus of Israel from Egypt you will go 'Whoa! So many similarities' to baptism and the salvation Jesus offers. 

Story of the Bible | Imago Dei

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Today we are beginning a new series looking at an overview of the Bible. First, we'll start with the easy task of summarising the entire Bible in 30 mins - ekk. An interesting exercise to do and find the core threads that weave their way through the Bible.

Life of David

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Today, we look at the life of David and how he learned to trust the Lord both when life was out of control and when circumstances turned in his favour and he had the power to influence the outcome.

James | Part 5

This Sunday we finished James 5 and looked at the power of prayer. Is there ever a time in our life when we shouldn't pray? What things that we deal with are just too big for God and prayer? 

James | Part 4

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How well do our actions mirror the faith that we proclaim?
This is a question we all struggle to answer well, and James doesn't mince words when he challenges believers to act in accordance with our faith.   
In chapter 4 today, James continues to help us see the gaps in our lives and shows us how the Gospel is God's wisdom and provides the answer for us.

James| Part 3

This Sunday is Father's day - wooooooo
Most of us have fathers but some of us had pretty rough fathers. This Sunday we talk a bit about this, and also celebrate fathers and have a great service together.

James | Part 2

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Today we are looking at chapter 2 of James - and I honestly think this is a 'hold on to your seats' chapter as James goes super hard on showing love to everyone and proving our faith is real through the lives we live. Whoa!

 

There is a video near the beginning (1:37) as an illustration, it is an old Toyota ad with Barry Crump. If you are interested in watching, the link is attached: Crumpy and Scotty 2nd Hilux Commercial - YouTube 

James | Part 1

This Sunday we started looking at the book of James. Such an amazing book of blunt calls to us on how to live as followers of Jesus. How do you thrive in life when you are hit by troubles or temptation

 

Book of James Summary: A Complete Animated Overview - YouTube

Baptisms - Not an Extra Option

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Today we have two young lads being baptised! We will be talking about why baptism is so important and how it is not an extra option in our journeys as Christians.