The art of biblical interpretation: A covenant book
- John McClean •
- 14 August 2015
In the ancient world, a covenant established a relationship of solidarity and loyalty. It was based on solemn promises, sealed with signs, and often regulated by a covenant document (the book of Deuteronomy is the fullest example in the Bible). The covenant document came from the lord of the covenant, stating who he was and how the relationship with his people had been established, and giving the conditions of the relationship.
Review: Do you feel called by God? Rethinking the call to ministry
- Ben Pfahlert
Michael Bennett’s book is brilliant. I loved it. Let me tell you why.
Don't let it fall off the table!
- Stephen Liggins •
- 11 August 2015
Unless we are very deliberate and diligent, evangelism will almost always ‘fall of the table’ when push comes to shove in church (or Christian group) practice.
Disciple-making ministry tip: Don't count sheep!
- Shirley Mainstone •
- 10 August 2015
Many older people—and some younger ones too—have difficulty sleeping right through the night, spending hours or minutes trying to go to sleep. Many years ago, I was discussing insomnia with Dr Paul White, the famous “Jungle Doctor”. He stated, “If I can’t sleep, I don’t count sheep, I talk to the Shepherd.” The idea fascinated me, as a very frustrating time could then be used for something worthwhile.
Down-under round-up: 5 August 2015
- Sandy Grant •
- 5 August 2015
Links that matter on Australia and racism, four reasons to expect fruit, family devotions, The Gospel Coalition Australia, the redefinition of marriage, and transgender issues from a doctor's perspective.
Praying for a train wreck
- Geoff Robson •
- 29 June 2017
What should I pray for people—adored yet adrift, loved but lost—as I think about wanting to see them come to know Jesus? How will the (humanly) impossible ever happen?
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.
Down-under round-up: 29 July 2015
- Sandy Grant •
- 29 July 2015
Summaries and links for further reading on the commodification of the body parts of aborted babies, the invitation to "come as you are", and how to win by not arguing.
Disciple-making ministry tip: Prayer dice
- Peter Chubb •
- 28 July 2015
When learning to pray, children (and adults!) often fall into a rut. They use the same words and pray the same things every time. I came up with an idea to help, to make praying fun, and to prompt the people praying to consider more things to pray about.
Origins of the Swedish Method
- Peter (Pedro) Blowes •
- 19 April 2018
The original Swedish Bible Study Method was introduced into the Church of Sweden in the Swedish city of Västerås in the 1940`s by David Berglund.
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