Most of us feel quite comfortable with the idea of effort and hard work resulting in rewards, whether that is higher pay, more holidays or other bonuses. We find a certain satisfaction in the idea that merit brings its own rewards, and conversely often find it...

At our 'Churches Together' prayer meeting this week (on Facebook live on Wednesday 15th July at 10.45 a.m.), we are looking at the subject of growth, both in the natural world and in the spiritual realm. Growth is God's intention for every one of His children. Paul...

Picture the scene: white, sandy beaches stretching for miles... blue seas glittering in the bright sunshine like lapis lazuli jewels. Feeling heartsick? Many of us have this tendency to long for idyllic scenes like this, and our inability to travel on holidays abroad...