I once was lost…
“Today, if you are reading this and you have been marginalised, belittled, ostracised, or left out in the cold; if you have made mistakes, hurt others, or hurt yourself; if you have walked away from relationships, said harsh words, or behaved badly; if you are continually hijacked by inappropriate or disturbing thoughts, desires, or feelings; if you feel undeserving, a lack of self-worth, or that you are unlovable; then hear the message of Jesus — that God loves you, has come to you, and wants you to find your home in them.” Rev Gav, 2022
Our weekly Insights and Devotions plus Member Creativity.
Insights
Rev Gav | Oct 15
How do I receive God’s mercy?
When we mess up and make mistakes, we fear punishment or rejection, but God will never turn us away and will never reject us.
How does mercy trump judgment?
There is an important ‘Godly’ principal found in the book of James — ‘Mercy triumphs over Judgment’ — which is vital for us to embrace as we navigate our contemporary lives.
Who was Nathanael?
The story of Nathanael is hugely symbolic but is also an important part of John’s invitation for us to meet Jesus.
What does it mean to be wise?
James, drawing on ancient Hebrew metaphor, encourages us to stop looking towards earthly wisdom, but to the Holy Spirit that dwells within us.
Devotions
Justice
Luke 3:18-20. Sometimes, as Christians, we are called to stand up for what is right and speak out against injustice.
Action
Luke 3:10-17. John’s advice two thousand years ago is as relevant today as it was back then — for us to have compassion and to act with love.
Willingness
Luke 3:7-9. Baptism without action was worthless and this is why when people came to John the Baptiser, he gave them practical advice on how to live their lives.
Creativity
Oct 13 15:38pm
Kids in Church
St. Mark’s Church in Bermuda has a growing, thriving church family, and is very blessed to have a healthy ever-expanding Junior Church. Last week part of the Bible reading included the command Jesus gave to his disciples to ‘let the children come’ to him, and I thanked our congregation for…
Sharing
Helen TyteToday in our Junior Church the children were thinking about sharing, and we talked about the ways in which we…
Biological Sex
Rev GavBiological Sex is non-binary and complex and you cannot base someone’s Biological sex solely on outward appearance.
The Wisdom of Children
Helen TyteThe grown ups were thinking about wisdom, so I shared some of the wisdom imparted by children over the years….
Does God let us be tested us more than we can bear?
Rev GavOver the years, when Christians face difficulty, I have heard other Christians say, “God won’t let you be tested more…
Why?
Helen TyteThis week I was privileged to share the first days of school for the new intake of Reception Class pupils….
