by Brian | May 17, 2019 | Posts
There is much about the church today that is different to the church of the Bible. Indeed, over the years, our theological understanding has developed and grown, and new practices have been adopted. So much so, that I’ve often wondered whether a truly biblical church...
by Brian | May 10, 2019 | Posts
Mark 9:14-32; 11:22-23; Luke 17:5-6 A. INTRODUCTION Instead of the usual sermon, I’d like to read you a letter: Hello, my name is Ben, and I’m writing to you from across the miles, and from across the years. And I’m writing, because I’m sure that even you, in your...
by Brian | May 9, 2019 | Posts
1 Thessalonians A. INTRODUCTION 1. Writing Letters Over the years people have discovered different ways to communicate with one another. Obviously, speech has always been the simplest method, but as literacy rates have increased, the cost of writing materials reduced,...
by Brian | May 4, 2019 | Posts
In Australian society there seems to be a gag on the issue of Muslims living in Australia. Indeed, it is considered politically incorrect to suggest the need for any sort of debate about their immigration and their place in Australian society. At the heart of it, is...
by Brian | May 3, 2019 | Posts
Mark 2:13-17 One of the great facts of life is that no matter how much is said and heard about Jesus and the Gospel, the majority will still struggle to understand what it all means. Yes, some of the biblical stories are well known, and yes, at certain times people...
by Brian | Apr 26, 2019 | Posts
Luke 18:1-14 A. INTRODUCTION 1. Acceptable People: Society’s View When we look around at the world today, there are a number of people who are looked up to, who are given respect and places of honour, and who are held in high esteem. Some have done great things. Some,...
