With all that's going on in the world today, it might seem that we have a right to worry, but in fact, most of the worrying we do is completely unwarranted. Moreover, the Apostle Paul entreats us not to worry at all, but to pray instead, because God and His peace are always near.
On this Christmas Eve, Al looks at the bizarre nature of the Christian Hope. What is it based on? A baby! And why such an illogical, even unseemly scenario for the coming of The King? - born while traveling, in a stable, with no public fanfare, and attended by common shepherds; yet HE IS the savior of the world, the Son of God. Merry (Happy) Christmas and a Hope-filled New Year!
It is possible to believe in God and still live our lives without believing Him.When any of us move from just believing in God to believing what God has told us, we often will experience a sense of vulnerability, because we are stepping away from what seems safe and secure into something strange yet wonderful. Consider Mary's example.
These days, the tough realities of living are boldly and loudly "in our faces", yet the things of God seem to be just a whisper. The things of life can easily get in the way of the things of God. Let us, this Christmas, focus on the significance of this child, Jesus, born on that wonderful day so long ago.
Why is God so interested in preparation, attending to every tiny detail in our lives to get us ready for what He has planned for us? It is to prepare the way for the Lord, for Jesus. So, in what way can each of us participate in this on-going process of preparation for ourselves and our fellow man?
What does Jesus mean when he says he will feed us with himself. Matt explores this somewhat confusing subject by examining the scripture in John and the incredible experience of coming to life in Christ in order to get at the essence of this foundational reality.
It is often said by sincere Christians that God doesn't give us more than we can handle, but is this what the passage in 1 Corinthians 10 is really saying? Al talks today about the much more serious matters that Paul is addressing in these verses.
Al describes the part prayer has played in the pursuit of a more permanent location for our gatherings at City Church. He also shares some exciting news and what we might expect in the near future.
Barry Kissell, dear friend and respected teacher and authority on things of The Spirit at St. Mary's in London shares with us his heart on real prayer done God's way.
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