by Julie Turner | Dec 24, 2023 | What's Happening
Dave spoke this morning from Luke 2:4-14, giving us further insight into ‘the Nativity’, something often re-enacted in school and church plays throughout the country in December. The scene of shepherds and wise men all gathering around the baby Jesus gives...
by Julie Turner | Dec 24, 2023 | What's Happening
In a world of hatred and selfishness, Jesus demonstrates the way of love, loving even His enemies. Love is far more than a sentimental feeling. It is far more than the cooing we make when we meet a new baby. Love is the settled response of a heart that is secure in...
by Julie Turner | Dec 23, 2023 | What's Happening
Paul’s letter to the Philippians, written from a Roman prison, exudes joy. The command to rejoice in the Lord is found twice (Phil 3:1, 4:4) and the word ‘joy’ is found five times in four chapters. It’s probably the most joyful of all Paul’s letters and reminds us...
by Julie Turner | Dec 22, 2023 | What's Happening
Nehemiah 8:10 says, ‘the joy of the Lord is your strength.’ Christmas can be a stressful time for people, especially those who have been newly bereaved during the year. It’s hard to face the first Christmas without a loved one, and there are times when joy seems a...
by Julie Turner | Dec 21, 2023 | What's Happening
‘A friend in need is a friend indeed’, the proverb goes, and in 1 Samuel 20, we see this in evidence, as Jonathan proves himself to be a true friend to David. Saul’s increasing hostility towards David has left him afraid and vulnerable and he...
