“Being made in the image of God and understanding our role means that we have a responsibility - we’re accountable for how we treat creation… we are morally accountable” - Kris Gilbert
The first message in our Creation Care series looks at the basis for why we as Christians should be leading the charge in caring for our Earth - what does the Bible say about it?
“Almost everybody that was admired in the new testament was both radically simple and radical generous with their money and possessions - starting with Jesus himself… “
- Ian Waddington
Ian presented some practical ideas to get us started, or further down the track on the journey of clearing out our lives in order to make space for relationship.
“Everything about following Jesus is countercultural and extreme
... if you’re not seen as a little bit weird for following Jesus, you’re probably not doing it right”
- Kris Gilbert
"In these verses, Jesus continually offers his body and his blood - for only one reason - that we might have life"
- Robin Knox
We explore Jesus' words in John 6 and what he really meant when he said "eat my flesh and drink my blood".
"Why is it that neutrality seems so attractive to human beings?… it’s a fear of commitment… but with Jesus, neutrality is not possible”
- Rod Edwards
"Burn the ships, cut the ties" - Libby Hunt explores what Jesus really meant when he said "let the dead bury the dead" - it's time to let go of what is holding us back.
“Seeing yourself for who you really are is a necessary part of a life of faith, but it is not the way that God sees you. God sees Christ’s finished work on your behalf”
- Kris Gilbert
“God’s tireless love and pursuit of you is stronger than your restless heart. Will you let yourself be pursued and loved? That’s really the question... because if we allow ourselves those things, we will see how wonderful they are - because when we see God’s pursuing love for us, we will see how far we miss the mark [but also] how amazing that He would leave the 99 and chase the one”
- Kris Gilbert
"Unless we are anchored to something that doesn’t change, we are vulnerable to drift... if the resurrection of Jesus really happened then it doesn’t matter what else happens in our life, THAT’s the anchor"
- Tony Plews
“When He hears your cry,
He’ll turn from what He’s doing,
And come racing to help you -
No matter how dirty, poor or needy you’re feeling.
For the Lord is great;
Many are the wonders He has done,
And the plans He has for us”
- Tracey Hunt brings Psalm 40 to life, reminding us the importance of praising God in the midst of our situation.