The well in this story (Gen 29:1-14) sets the scene for us; it shows us a place of watering, a place where the shepherds gathered to water the flock. It’s significant because Jacob and his family were shepherds and so it’s perhaps inevitable that the watering wells...

In our series ‘The Wells of Salvation’, we’ve reached the story of Jacob, son of Isaac and Rebekah and grandson of Abraham and Sarah. Jacob is a reminder to us that God’s promises are for all generations and that these promises are not dependent on our goodness. Jacob...

Discipleship is one of the key aspects of the Christian life. It is part of a progressive and productive relationship with God which is not dependent on our intellect, looks, strength, energy or stature; it is dependent on God's love and grace and our response to His...