5.4 Because Christians live for God. we should stand out from the rest of the world. Often this will lead to opposition, but God promises to enable us to remain faithful. The Holy Spirit assures us of our standing as
Toxic heart
Saul has disobeyed the Lord and been rejected as king. However, he doesn’t repent. Instead, he doubles down in protecting his position and sees David as a rival. His son Jonathan briefly convinces him to change his mind but Saul
A deceitful offer of marriage
David now works at a palace where the king – Saul – wants him dead. In his corner David has other members of the royal family, seeking to protect him. But Saul in his paranoia about David, schemes secret ways
A test of leadership
The Israelites have proclaimed Saul as they king they want but is he right for the job? During a probationary period, he needs to be tested and the Lord provides that through a foreign king named “Serpent”. This arrogant usurper
A different attitude (HCTW 39)
He Changed The World – for an introduction to this series of talks, please click the title. Mark 10:32-45Using the player above you can listen to/download the talk, which also includes the Bible being read out. Once you’ve listened, take
You’d better take care (HCTW 36)
He Changed The World – for an introduction to this series of talks, please click the title. Mark 9:42-50Using the player above you can listen to/download the talk, which also includes the Bible being read out. Once you’ve listened, take
Big men, little woman
Jesus has silenced his opponents. But he will not be silent. Instead, he asks questions about the legal experts. Why do they struggle to see the most important commands? It’s not because they lack in intellect or knowledge. Their problem
Test your mind (HCTW 25)
He Changed The World – for an introduction to this series of talks, please click the title. Mark 7:20-23Using the player above you can listen to/download the talk, which also includes the Bible being read out. Once you’ve listened, take
Putting down others; falling down ourselves
Jesus lists examples of the wickedness we can generate inside. What’s included? Slander is there, where we use the amazing power of words to dishonour other people unfairly to benefit ourselves. Arrogance is there, where we proudly think too highly
Mad, bad or the Son of God? (HCTW 8)
He Changed The World – for an introduction to this series of talks, please click the title. Mark 3:20-30Using the player above you can listen to/download the talk, which also includes the Bible being read out. Once you’ve listened, take