If you are looking for something evangelistic to share with friends to read over Christmas, why not have a look at our E-book “Worthy: What are you worthy of this Christmas”. The book traces links between the lost sheep, coin and son to the story of Bethlehem.
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The gift is …
The waiting and anticipation is over. It may be that some of you knew all along what you were getting for Christmas. You made a list, you were asked for suggestions. Some presents will have come as a surprise, you weren’t expecting them. I’m a traditionalist, so that means I don’t like the idea of… Continue reading The gift is …
Worthy – Christmas and the tale of two sons
A downloadable pdf -e-book version of this is available here Where the lost things go Jesus tells three parables about lost things in Luke 15. First, he describes a sheep lost out in the darkness, away from the rest of the flock. The shepherd leaves 99 behind to go and find the one that is… Continue reading Worthy – Christmas and the tale of two sons
Someone is Worthy
As the prodigal son set off on his journey home, he kept rehearsing the little speech he had prepared. “Dad, I’ve done you wrong and I’ve sinned against God too. I’m not worthy to be your son anymore, please take me back as one of your hired workers.” Someone was looking out for him. His… Continue reading Someone is Worthy
Worthy: What are you worth this Christmas?
Are you looking for something to give away to friends at Christmas that communicates the Gospel? Here’s a little booklet that we are going to be using as a giveaway at our church Christmas events. It’s based on some of the advent reflections I’ve been sharing over the past few weeks. Worthy tells the story… Continue reading Worthy: What are you worth this Christmas?
Because I’m worth it
“Because you’re worth it” the L’Oreal advertisements used to announce. The younger brother in Jesus’ parable believed that he was worth it (Luke 15:11-32). He went to his father to demand his share of the inheritance. In effect, he was telling dad that he was as good as dead to him. To impatient to wait… Continue reading Because I’m worth it
Where the lost things go
Jesus tells three parables about lost things in Luke 15. First he describes a sheep lost out in the darkness, away from the rest of the flock. The shepherd leaves 99 behind to go and find the one that is missing. This has famously been portrayed as an act of recklessness. Why doesn’t he settle… Continue reading Where the lost things go
#Worthy
The theme for our church’s Christmas events this year is “Worthy?” We are planning two carol services, a traditional style service with classic carols and readings on the 15th December in the evening and a family, nativity service on the 22nd December. We’re also planning for something on Christmas Eve and possibly Christmas Day too.… Continue reading #Worthy
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