There is a temporary peace between David and Saul. So David makes a peace effort with a wealthy neighbour in his tribal homeland. His expectation is that given its the festive time of shearing, his overtures will be welcomed and
Temporary repentance
David has boldly confronted Saul with his crimes, using evidence that shows clearly David has no ill intentions towards him. How does the king respond? With heart-felt sorrow. Saul is broken by David’s words and actions. Then he recognises that
Knowing God
7.1 Although God reveals His glory and power in the universe, this is insufficient of itself to lead man into a personal relationship with Him. Therefore, God has revealed Himself and His plan of salvation to man, in order that
Removing barriers
3.2 … Because of Jesus’ work, the Father delights to grant His requests as He intercedes in heaven on behalf of His people. One day He will return to this earth to judge every human being.. Photo by Peter Albanese
Jesus’ birth and life
3.2 … By the power of the Holy Spirit, Jesus Christ the Son of God was born of the virgin Mary. He lived a life of perfect obedience to His Father, and died a criminal’s death on a cross, though
Who is Jesus?
3.2 At the right time in God’s plan, the Father sent His Son into our world to secure the salvation of sinful human beings. Although sharing equally in the divine nature with the Father, He became a real man, like
Adam
2.2 However, the first man Adam rebelled against the commands of God. Because of his rebellion, he forfeited the relationship with God which he had enjoyed, and evil and death began to affect creation. Photo by James Krudop on Unsplash
To do
2.1 We believe that God created man in His own image, thus giving him a unique position and dignity with the created universe. All human beings share equally in this dignity. God created man to know and love Him, and
The image of God
2.1 We believe that God created man in His own image, thus giving him a unique position and dignity with the created universe. All human beings share equally in this dignity. God created man to know and love Him, and
Happy Christmas, World!
This is the first in a series of five sermons for Christmas 2023 which come under the general title: “What is a Happy Christmas?” This sermon links especially to John 3:16-17 in the Bible. Photos by Sarah Evans and Nasa