by Julie Turner | Jan 20, 2012 | What's Happening
All too often we think life is about what we do or about what we own. We are often frantically busy and our thoughts can be fixed on how to survive the next day. At work, someone gave me a plaque which says ‘Oh, no! Not another crisis! My schedule is full!’ That can...
by Julie Turner | Jan 19, 2012 | What's Happening
Proverbs often takes us back to basics, reminding us of our God roots, which may be forgotten in the busyness of life. Proverbs 19:23 reminds us that “the fear of the Lord leads to life. Then one rests content, untouched by trouble.” We can know peace and calm even in...
by Julie Turner | Jan 18, 2012 | What's Happening
I love castles. I suppose I enjoy the feeling of protection they give. They’re often situated on a hill (to give good views of attacking armies!) and have an air of impregnability and impenetrability which make them seem secure and safe. Castles were often draughty,...
by Julie Turner | Jan 17, 2012 | What's Happening
Proverbs 17 looks again at common themes: wisdom and folly, living wisely among family, friends and community and justice. It contains some very famous verses:“A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.” (Prov 17:17) and “A cheerful...
by Julie Turner | Jan 16, 2012 | What's Happening
Proverbs 16 starts with some profound truths: namely, if we want to build well, God has to be our foundation and inspiration. “Mortals make elaborate plans, but GOD has the last word.” (Prov 16:1) “Put GOD in charge of your work, then what you’ve planned will...
by Julie Turner | Jan 16, 2012 | What's Happening
Continuing our studies of the Apostles’ Creed, we looked at the statement ‘I believe in the Holy Spirit’. We believe in one God who has revealed Himself in Three Persons – God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. All are co-equal....
