This morning we looked at the subject of living according to God's plans and purposes (Eph 1:11, Eph 3:10-11). The world in general often doesn't believe there is any purpose to life and to live without any hope of meaning can be depressing and dispiriting. The Bible...

I'm spending time re-reading one of my favourite books, 'Five Smooth Stones for Pastoral Work' by Eugene Peterson, a masterly exposition of five Old Testament books (Song of Songs, Ruth, Lamentations, Ecclesiastes and Esther) as they pertain to prayer, stories,...

One way we can bless, encourage and build other people so that their needs are met is through our speech. Paul said, ‘Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit...