Ronnie Evans looks to the example of the Jewish nation, and finds that from them, a Joyful Jesus came for our salvation. That joy, is the joy of righteousness and is the same joy that we are called to have. Scriptures: John 17:13, Ephesians 6:10–20, John 16:20, Isaiah 25:9, Romans 14:17–19
Stephen Evans reminds us that we are in a battle and through prayer and intercession we are called to reclaim land from the enemy, redeeming souls for Christ. Scriptures: Ephesians 2:10, Hebrews 4:12, Ephesians 6:10–20, Philippians 2:14–18
Ronnie Evans looks at the the Parables of Jesus and seeks after their purpose. What is revealed is the message that flows through the scriptures like a cannonball – that man’s hearts are hardened to truth, and Jesus came to soften those hearts and reveal a truth that no one expected. Not only was He…
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Ronnie Evans takes us through Psalm 139, and reflects how David realises that we’re entirely known by God – yet He loves us anyway. Scriptures: Colossians 1:19–22, 1 Corinthians 1:17–31, Psalm 138–139
Phil Marsh asks the question ‘Who is God?’ and searches the scriptures to reveal his Mercy, Grace and Faithfulness. Scriptures: John 3:16, Romans 3:25–26, Galatians 1:3–4, 2 Timothy 2:13, Romans 5:17, Exodus 32:1, Exodus 32:6, Exodus 33:12–19, Exodus 34:6–8
Andrew Smith continues looking at how we identify ourselves, with death or with Christ. Identifying with Christ means we suffer alongside Him, and we should be encouraged to persevere. Scriptures: Ezekiel 11:19, Romans 8:5–8, Ephesians 2:1–10, Hebrews 12:1–17
Andy Smith rails against the sense of entitlement that infects the modern Church, reminding us that, as we identify with Christ we will suffer along with him. As we are transformed, we need to love not only those who love us, but those who hate us and seek to harm us. It is not security…
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Stephen Evans reflects on the tragedies impacting on our communities and speaks of the Gospel of Grace. Our mission field isn’t just to the broken and damaged though, but to the falsely secure. Jesus’ Grace is available to all. Scriptures: Ephesians 2:1–10, Romans 3:23–25, Isaiah 6:5–7, James 2:14–19
Ronnie Evans responds to the Manchester Arena bombing earlier in the week by showing how the Church is called to attack – and it’s not how you might expect. Instead, God shows us a more excellent way and that way is Love. Leveraging the fruits of the Spirit, the Church will overcome those arrayed against…
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Ronnie Evans continues to explore what it means to be the body of Christ, this week looking through Paul’s letter to the Corinthians and reminding us that the Christian walk is one we undertake together. Scriptures: Psalm 78:15, Psalm 139:14–15, Isaiah 32:15, Joel 2:28–29, Romans 6:3, 1 Corinthians 10:2–4, 1 Corinthians 12:12–26, Galatians 3:27
