Tag: Kingdom of God
In this week’s episode of Midweek Meditations, we take a look at Matthew 13:33 reminding us about one characteristic of the kingdom of heaven.
During my teenage years, God placed in my heart a passion for the nations, the time at which I thought meant going and sharing the gospel in the deserts and jungles of Africa. Since then, I’ve grown to appreciate missions begins here at home, in our own homes with family and friends, our work collegues, and anyone God might be pleased to bring across our path. As the new year begins, so begins a new chapter in my life and ministry. I’m honoured and privileged to be serving the numerous people who have dedicated their lives to the gospel call…
What happens when you bring a group of people from different backgrounds together with the desire of seeing God’s kingdom come?? What happens when these people join together in worship of one God? What happens when these people sit around a table to openly discuss the critical importance of prayer in God’s kingdom? What happens when these people humble themselves to hear from one another the heart cry for God to renew their city? In a word, unity happens.
Cover to Cover Reading: Judges 20:1-21:25 Focus: Judges 21:25 These days, you tell people what to do and you’ll probably get the response, “Don’t tell me what to do, I’ll do whatever I like, thank you!” Nobody likes being told what to do, but a society without boundaries, structure, governance—essentially, without the laws of the land—leave you with anarchy. Each person does as they so desire and, in the end, nobody benefits…nobody.
Burwood Community Presbyterian Church Scripture Passage: Mark 1:14-45 Mark’s Gospel: Living in the Kingdom
