What prize are we trying to win?
- Adrian Russell •
- 4 August 2015
In 1 Corinthians 9:24, the Apostle Paul urges Christians: “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it.” I have often heard people explain this verse as an exhortation to strive hard for salvation, to endure in faith, to persevere in love, to remain steadfast in hope, and take hold of the prize—eternal life.
How to use pre-written Bible studies
- Richard Sweatman •
- 25 April 2018
Pre-written studies have a place in growth group leading, but they work best when we use them to teach the Bible well rather than just to save time.
Just give me a sign
- Angus Martin •
- 7 October 2019
Have you ever felt like you wanted a sign from God to know what to do? I know I have from time to time! But asking for signs can be dangerous.
What’s in the bad bracket?
- Tony Payne •
- 31 July 2015
English evangelical vicar Melvin Tinker recently found himself the subject of a media storm for daring to say that homosexual sex was morally wrong. This was in response to the decision by his local Canon to support and bless a gay pride rally, including draping a rainbow flag on the steps of York Minster.
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.
Reading into discipleship: Be prepared to evangelize
- Laura Denny •
- 2 May 2018
“Can you give me one book to read that explains what you think it means to be a Christian?” While this may be a dream scenario, it’s something we all should be and can be prepared for.
How to encourage your group leader
- Richard Sweatman •
- 28 October 2019
Sometimes we expect our small group leaders to faithfully go about their ministry no matter what—always there, always ready to serve... essentially emotionless reliable small-group-leading AIs.
Down-under round-up: 15 July 2015
- Sandy Grant •
- 15 July 2015
Important reads on Aboriginal evangelists, the pitfalls and positives of pastoring a small church, temptations when discipling, music and discernment, and liberalism.
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.
Down-under round-up: 22 July 2015
- Sandy Grant •
- 22 July 2015
Catch up on the Christian news and thought of the week. This week: the revelation of the sale of body parts from aborted infants; church planting that distracts from evangelism; prayers for the tempted and wayward; points for protecting a marriage.
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