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Jesus has an awkward dinner at a Pharisee's house where he teaches them and us that if we want to be part of the great banquet of the kingdom we need to respond positively to Jesus. However, Jesus also warns them and us, that this response will be costly!

Jesus demonstrates, describes and teaches how to enter the Kingdom of God.

The problem of evil and suffering is perhaps one of the most difficult for us as Christians. How can a good and powerful God allow so much pain and evil and suffering? As we examine Luke 13:1-9 we see how Jesus approaches this difficult topic and the answers he provides.

Trusting God will free us to be bold, truthful and generous and worry free.

Paul wraps up his letter to the Thessalonians with instructions for the church in how to live together in gospel community. How to treat leaders, how to treat each other, and how to worship together.

Jono and Emily with Adam and Nina (and Luna) are expecting a new bundle of joy in January! We would love to help them out with some meals as the settle in as a family of 5.

Lyle Shelton vs John Dickson Most of you will have heard of Lyle Shelton Former head of the Australian Christian Lobby. Famous for leading the opposition to Same Sex Marriage a few years ago. A Christian. I’ve met him. He seems like a genuine guy. And here’s John Dickson. Maybe less of you have heard…

Paul has written to the church he planted in Thessalonica, but had to escape from due to persecution to encourage their faith. We know that Timothy has brought a report to Paul telling him thigns are going well but there are some issues. And one of the issues is that not only are people persecuting the Christians, but they are also challenging and questioning Paul’s motivations for coming to Thessonlica and preaching to them. Paul confronts these misconceptions and in doing shows us his love for the people God had called him to serve, and gives us a model for serving the people God is calling us to.