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Paul Smith

15
Jun2021

Three wise men from the South East, bearing gifts.

We have just elected a new Bishop for the Lutheran Church in Queensland and two new assistant Bishops. Bishop Paul Smith celebrates this election and these “servants of the Word”: Ben, Mark and Nathan.

01
Jun2021

Two promises for Synod: The Lord will build and the gates of Hell will not prevail

After this coming weekend, the Lutheran Church in the Queensland District will have elected a Bishop to take over the work from Bishop Paul Smith. Here Bishop Paul Smith reflects on the promise of the Lord to “build his Church”.

20
Apr2021

We commend our brother in Christ, Prince Philip, into the care of our Good Shepherd.

His Royal Highness, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh was a Christian person. Bishop Paul Smith describes the heart of the Christian witness at Prince Philip’s recent funeral.

09
Feb2021

In the valleys the Lord travels with us!

We yearn for mountain top experiences. The good news of Jesus explains that he will always be present with us in the highs and lows of life. Bishop Paul Smith writes on the story of the Transfiguration and the hope this brings to the human heart.

17
Nov2020

The King who rules the Servant Kingdom

Bishop Paul Smith points to the surprising “unexpected upside down” Kingdom that is ruled over by our Lord Jesus. His power is shown in weakness and his strength is in serving. That is not how mighty kings are portrayed in movies!”

03
Nov2020

Come Lord Jesus, come, into this weary world

Advent and Christmas 2020 will be unlike any other in living memory. Bishop Paul writes his encouragement for Christians to get ready to eagerly share the life-giving hope-filled Good News of Jesus Christ during this Advent Christmas Season.

20
Sep2020

Let everything that breathes praise the Lord. (Psalm 150)

“Give thanks in all circumstances”. Bishop Paul Smith reflects on how God’s “signature” of the cross reminds that God is gracious and merciful and is active and present in the world.

24
Aug2020

The Lord the builder…

Our Lord Jesus said, “I will build my Church.” Bishop Paul Smith reflects on the great encouragement that this brings to our Christian service, especially through times of uncertainty.

28
Jul2020

The COVID-19 Neighbours

How can I be a neighbour for COVID-19 sufferers overseas? Bishop Paul Smith shares the “world view of service” that our Lord Jesus calls us to.

16
Jun2020

Hello! How are you? Are you baptised?

In Australia, so many around us are baptised, but we rarely speak of that. Bishop Paul Smith reflects on the amazing Grace of God at work in our baptism and the recent changes amongst the Christian Churches about recognising God at work in each other’s baptism.

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