May2019
The Good Shepherd declares …
We are familiar with our Lord Jesus saying, “I am the Good Shepherd” and this is a well-loved and well-known image for God. But why is the ‘portico of Solomon’ mentioned in this passage?
May2019
Unlocking keychain leadership: empower others – especially young people.
Churches that grow young understand the importance of ‘giving keys away’ … not simply referring to keys to a car or building. They are keys to decision-making, to entrusting and to empowering.
Apr2019
I am sending you …
When the Risen Lord Jesus met his disciples behind those closed doors, he brought them deep joy and then sent them to be his witnesses to this good news.
Apr2019
Growing Church Young
In their book, Growing Young, (Baker Books, 2016) Powell, Mulder and Griffin share “6 essential strategies to help young people discover and love your church”
Apr2019
Even fragile faith has a firm foundation in what our Lord has done for us
Each of the characters of the Good Friday and Easter story is confronted with the same human emotions that you and I know … I pray that you would find yourself in the story this year.
Apr2019
The Mission of Easter
The heart of mission … is an invitation to descend into the spaces of pain and confusion of those who do not yet know Jesus, and to ascend alongside others, as they discover the hope and the promise of the gospel.
Apr2019
Punching above our weight
Some examples of how we are sharing God’s love and generosity towards us, while positioning ourselves to stretch and grow.
Apr2019
How to live “quiet and peaceable lives”! Pray for your leaders.
It was a great privilege to be invited to be the guest speaker at the “Queensland Parliamentary Christian Breakfast” on the morning of Tuesday, April 2nd. This was kindly arranged… Read more
Mar2019
We keep going
As a member of the LCAQD District Office team, it can be difficult to be one step removed from some of the difficulties LCAQD congregations are facing. Whether it’s drought… Read more
Mar2019
Lamb of God, grant us your peace
Once again we have heard of violence against innocent men, women and children, this time in Christchurch, New Zealand. Again, we come to the Lord of the cross and cry out:… Read more