Bible Readings – 08 August 2015
Bible readings for the week ahead from the Lectionary are as follows: 2 Samuel 18:5-9, 15, 31-33 Psalm 130 Ephesians 4:25 – 5:2 John 6:35, 41-51 Join us in studying God’s word together, as we journey … Continued
Bible Readings – 02 August 2015
Scripture readings The Bible readings for this week from the Lectionary, are the following: 2 Samuel 11:26 – 12:13a Psalm 51:1-12 Ephesians 4:1-16 John 6:24-35 Join us as we go through Scripture together, and study the word of … Continued
Bible Readings – 26 July 2015
This week, we continue the story of David in 2 Samuel. Follow along with us as we study Scripture together. Readings 2 Samuel 11:1-15 Psalm 14 Ephesians 3:14-21 John 6:1-21 Resources: http://sacredise.com/lectionary/2015/06/proper-12b-ordinary-17b-pentecost-9b/
Minister’s Note – 31 May 2015
It is customary in the Methodist church for minister’s to visit one another’s pulpits on the Sunday after Synod. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to enjoy the diversity in our District. I’m going to be preaching in Gugulethu. The service … Continued
Minister’s Note – 17 May 2015
“Father, the time has come” (Jn 17:1) The Ascension of Christ, celebrated on Thursday, tells us that Jesus is at the right hand of the Father where, according to Romans 8:34, he intercedes for us. We might wonder: “What does … Continued
Minister’s Note – 10 May 2015
In my early 20’s I set off to Europe to compete in a series of White Water races. I arrived, somewhat naïvely, with one kayak, one paddle and a backpack. Other teams had a manager, coach, physio, bus, driver, trailer, … Continued
Minister’s Note – 03 May 2015
I am the true vine (John 15:1) Amongst the first bible verses I memorized were the metaphoric “I am” sayings that are unique to John’s Gospel. Jesus says: “I am the bread of Life” (6:35) after feeding the 5000, “I … Continued
Minister’s Note – 26 April 2015
I am the Good Shepherd (Jn. 10:11) “The Lord is my Shepherd, he calls me by name and I follow him into abundant life” is a perfectly appropriate Christian testimony. Yet, when one pauses and reflects on what this … Continued
Minister’s Note – 12 April 2015
During Holy Week we “reclaimed the treasures of our baptismal identity” by exploring the meaning of various symbols in John’s Gospel. The aromatic anointing oil, for example, was a sign of the of God’s holy power passing down upon the … Continued
Minister’s Note – 22 March 2015
Gods’ glory is “theophanic luminosity” i.e. a radiant presence like a “consuming fire” (Ex 24:17, Heb 12:18). [1] “Psalm 24 tells of the King of Glory- a being so majestic and powerful that the doors and gates of his palace … Continued