The heart of worship
We sang this song many times in the 2000s. I loved its beautiful melody. However, I was only convicted by the lyrics' meaning and challenge when I slowed down, saying each word aloud.
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In praise of 'bus stop theology'
In our busy, rushing-around world, there are many people out there who are just longing for a chat.
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Why do some Christians celebrate Christmas on 7 January?
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Who were the magi remembered by the Church at Epiphany?
Epiphany on January 6 recalls the visit of Magi, or wise men, to the infant Jesus. It falls on the 12th day after Christmas and brings the Christmas season to a close. But who were the wise men that are remembered on this day?
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What is Epiphany and why do we celebrate it?
At Epiphany, we remember the wise men who came to find Jesus. This is the story...
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Spiritual warfare
The devil is the great tempter and he puts temptations before us all the time.
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If you could pray one prayer, what would it be?
If you were at the Western Wall and wanted to write one prayer to stick in the rocks, what would it be?
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Do you see the grace in Deuteronomy?
You might have also thought Deuteronomy was dry or even worse, that it was just a book full of dreadful rules but if you zoom out you see a glorious picture of God's grace and care and how it all fits into the big picture of Jesus coming to set all things right and that is why I find Deuteronomy not dry or dreadful but delightful!
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Faith focus: Navigating the New Year with help from the Bible
In the Christian tradition, this annual reset can hold a particular significance, serving as an opportune moment to rededicate oneself to a life guided by faith and spiritual principles.
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When Jesus himself was a refugee from the holy land
As we watch the news of people fleeing the holy land, it reminds us that Jesus himself was also a refugee from that area. This is the story...
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What are the Twelve Days of Christmas?
There is a well-known Christmas song called the Twelve Days of Christmas. Some people think it is steeped in biblical allegories. This is the story ...
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Understanding the miracle at the heart of Christmas
In the miracle of the virginal conception, human striving and activity are set aside in favour of the activity of God to signify the truth that human beings cannot save themselves.
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What was the Census that took Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem?
In the Christmas narrative Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem because of a census. This is the story ...
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