Insights
Weekly messages of hope and encouragement.
Rev Gav | Feb 5
How can we have faithfulness and trust?
In this reflection from Rev Gav on Luke 2.22-40, we encounter two special envoys from God, Simeon and Anna, and learn how God speaks through…
Rev Gav | Jan 28
How does it all end and what difference does it make?
A parishioner, after reading the book of Revelation asked Rev Gav if there was going to be any sea in heaven? Here is Rev Gav’s…
Rev Gav | Jan 21
Are we ready to get married?
In this short Insight, Rev Gav ponders what it means for us to be the bride of Christ.
Rev Gav | Jan 14
Why is Revelation relevant to us today?
The Book of Revelation can feel a bit ‘out there’ but Rev Gav explains how it can be relevant to us today though his teaching…
Rev Gav | Jan 6
Why was Jesus baptised?
At the beginning of Mark’s gospel we dive straight into the essentials of John the Baptist preparing the way and Jesus’ baptism. Rev Gav explains…
Rev Gav | Dec 31
What is the best New Year resolution to make?
We all get better at things such as skills and learning by trying harder, but what about our moral characters? Do we become ‘better’ people…
Rev Gav | Dec 25
What is the ultimate expression of love?
On Christmas morning, Rev Gav woke early to pen his thoughts on the meaning of the incarnation — the birth of Jesus Christ.
Rev Gav | Dec 23
Who were those magi?
Rev explores the well known Bible text about the ‘three kings’ who visit Jesus. Is it a bit more radical and outrageous than it first…
Rev Gav | Dec 18
How can I experience inner joy?
Mary, filled with joy from the Holy Spirit bursts into song, literally magnifying (or amplifying) the Lord. Rev Gav explores how we too can experience…
Rev Gav | Dec 17
Where can we find God?
How do we get ready to meet this God? It’s simple. Prepare the way of your hearts. Repent. Renew your minds and turn to God.
Rev Gav | Dec 11
Could Jesus have done it on his own?
Jesus was both fully God and human, therefore did this make him a super-human with no need for any outside support or help?
Rev Gav | Dec 4
What is the opposite of love?
In a week where Rev Gav officiated at three funerals, he reflects on the nature of death and resurrection, and how we should live without…
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