How to measure ‘fruit’ in your ministry

  • Hannah Ploegstra
  • 14 September 2015

In a previous post, I proposed regarding the analogy of the vine (John 15) that we sometimes mistake our leaves for fruit, thinking that if we’re “getting involved” in ministry, we’re producing fruit. But ministry activities are just leaves—an essential part of the health of our ‘branch’, but not what makes God’s mouth water. Leaves aren’t yummy to him; fruit is.

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Dealing with repeated failure

  • Gordon Cheng
  • 27 September 2017

We know the apostle Peter’s reputation as the biggest and best disciple because he shows moments of true greatness. He is the first disciple named in Matthew, Mark and Luke’s gospels.

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Revitalize your quiet times with Psalm 119

  • Cassie Watson
  • 24 October 2018

You won’t walk away with a handy ten tips to improve your Bible reading. Instead, Psalm 119 will help you to see why daily time in Scripture is so important.

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Living By Faith (Habakkuk)

  • Ian Carmichael
  • 11 January 2016

Have you ever found yourself wondering whether God really cares about the goings on of this world? Does he care about the violence and pain that so many people suffer? Does he even notice that most people don't even believe he exists, let alone obey his commands? (5 studies)

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Still saving Eutychus

  • Marty Sweeney
  • 16 October 2017

It is assumed, to put it simplistically, that to be more faithful to God you must preach longer.

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Taking the gospel to all nations in 2050

  • Russell Smidt
  • 13 October 2015

The immediate implication of Jesus’ commission in Matthew 28:16-20 is unavoidable and timeless for his disciples. Until Jesus returns, we are all on mission all the time. We are committed to lifelong disciple-making of people from all nations.

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Book Review: Gospel Patrons

  • Ben Pfahlert
  • 22 April 2014

Gospel Patrons is an awesome book about a rarely addressed topic. I have never read a book about gospel patronage before, which is curious in light of the fact that Phoebe, who is mentioned in the last few chapters of Romans, is indeed called a “patron”. John Rinehart, a

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The Other Jesus (leaflet)

  • Tony Payne
  • 28 October 2010

'The Other Jesus' is a six panel fold out leaflet which challenges the reader to find out about the real Jesus by reading the Gospels. Useful for: Christmas giveaways; leafleting/doorknocking; missions; inserting into Christmas cards.

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A tribute to neighbours lost

  • Tom Watson
  • 16 April 2018

Three lessons from a friendship.

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Wrestling with forgiveness

  • Benjamin Swift
  • 21 October 2019

The seemingly natural responses to pain brought about by other people can be the most difficult things to wrestle with when it comes to living a Christian life.

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