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God comforts the downcastThose living in the conflict and amidst the fears know that God comforts the downcast.

Facing the furnaceInstead of facing the valley alone, Jesus leans in to his Father and embraces the purpose for it.

Praise the Lord, my soulThis psalm invites us to comfort our souls with the goodness and greatness of God.

There is no one righteous We won’t understand how precious God's grace is unless we understand how grave our sin is.

Jesus, Our SubstituteAs our substitute on the cross, Jesus takes the full force of God’s anger against our sin.

Where is our trust?The psalmist contrasts the foolishness of putting our trust in princes with the salvation found in God.

Ordinary peopleGod is still putting his mission into the hands of ordinary people.

The power of GodThe passage is saying don’t rest on your laurels. Rest on His laurels.

ConflictsThe only real way out of our conflicts is to know and experience the grace of Jesus.

A better homeThe identity of elect exiles is supremely comforting. People of God are citizens of heaven.

Our Redeemer livesJob’s hope is fully and finally revealed in Jesus Christ and his death and resurrection.

Jesus has overcome the worldHe encourages the disciples to look at the world through the lens of his life, death & resurrection.

God's heart for the helplessWhere do I see God’s heart for the helpless most clearly? I see it in the person of his Son.

HumilityHumility is a simple concept, but not so simple to accomplish. How do we become more humble?

God's consolationGod applies his consolations to us through the Holy Spirit of Christ, our Comforter.

United with Christ: part 2Each day is filled with opportunities to be united with Christ in a death and a resurrection like his.

United with Christ: part 1Moments that felt like death led to experiences of being united with Him in his resurrection.

Grief will turn to joy Christ at the cross has overcome our sin, evil and the reality of a fallen world.

There is hopeHere is our hope, the one in the cradle will go to the cross. He is the Messiah.

Christ is our peaceAt the cross Christ himself destroyed all the barriers that separate Jew and Gentile.

Bearing fruitThe main way the gospel grows is through ordinary people pointing other people to Jesus.

Jesus faces the furnaceIn order to satisfy his justice, God himself bears the penalty for our sin.

KoinoniaWhen we take communion by faith our connection with Christ is especially close.

Examine ourselvesPaul prompts us to examine ourselves and our contribution to the unity of our church families.

Communion mattersWhen we eat the bread and drink the cup, we share in the once-for-all sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

How long, O Lord?David's confronting questions express a living faith in the Living God. He's waiting for him.

Jesus: the Resurrection and the LifeIf we love him and hope in him, we too will rise with him.

Christ is our HopeWe should not despair, we can place our hope in the death, resurrection, and return of Christ.

Jesus Wept"Knowing exactly what he's about to do, Jesus sits down and does what? He weeps".

Confronted and ComfortedMy heart needs to be confronted and comforted by who Jesus is and what he has done.

Hosanna!John paints the image of a king who conquers through the cross.

God's Power at the CrossAt the cross, God’s power in Christ triumphed over powers and authorities.

Captivated by ChristAre our hearts first and foremost captured by Christ?

Last Words MatterThe final words that we read in the Old Testament contain a message of hope.

Jesus Knows UsAt the cross, we hear Christ say: I know you. I am near you. I am holding you. I will protect you.

A Love That EnduresThrough God's kindness the tragic circumstances of death and loss can bear great gospel fruit.

God Comes CampingGod does not camp at a distance from his people. He comes to dwell at the centre of them.

God made New ZealandWhat a privilege it is to point the people of these islands to the God who made the land and seas.

To An Unknown GodThe question is, what will motivate our witness, faith or fear?

God, the Creator of the MatarikiJob’s reflection on the Matariki's creator leads him to realize how God is much higher than us.

Call me MaraIn Naomi’s moment of bleakness, bitterness, and blindness, God is doing something better.

The Four HorsemenThe Lamb who was slain for us is the one who holds history in his hands.

Jesus Is Better Than Your ComfortsJesus is bigger than your fears and better than your comforts.

Jesus and His SalvationThe Father gives Jesus the cup of his wrath and we receive the cup of his salvation.

Unguarded StrengthsJesus fixed the pain that Peter's unguarded strength caused.

The Hour Has ComeJesus has found comfort in the chaos. He has found fortitude in the face of the furnace.

Praying in GethsemaneJesus' prayer shows us that the furnace, "the cup", for Jesus is the cross.

Servant LeadershipJesus speaks about two ways of leadership: one that lords it over people; and servant leadership.

Jesus' HumilityJesus—obediently facing death—descends lower still, and faces death on a cross.

Known Unto GodThe good news of the gospel is that not only we are known by God, but also we can know God.

My Delight Comes With a DutyMy delight comes with a duty to play my part, in my sphere of influence, in my generation.

The Good News of God's WrathHis wrath and judgement on injustice, corruption and persecution are profoundly good news.

Easter LeadersAs Easter Leaders, we know we encounter our risen Jesus in 'the message of the cross'.

Opening Doors for the GospelGod will make a way for His Word and for His good news to be spoken.

He Comes For UsThe Lamb came looking for ordinary people like you and me.

The Lamb of GodThey were looking for the lion they wanted; John points them to the Lamb they needed.

Who is He?John says: you're asking the wrong question. The question isn't who I am: it's who is He.

Sober-mindedSober-mindedness is a cross-centred thinking that hopes in the return of the King Jesus.

Frustration and FaithTake your frustrations to your Father and let them be guided by the surety of God's unfailing love.

Whose We AreWe'll name "whose we are" because of the death and resurrection of God's son Jesus.

God is Calling usWe have before us a choice: to prioritise our own comfort or to glorify God.

In Times of TroubleGod is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.

Good NewsThe good news of Jesus's life, death, and resurrection, is still good news for you and me.

In the BeginningIn the beginning, Jesus was. Jesus was with God. Jesus was God. Jesus was with God in the beginning.

The Cross at ChristmasThe Gift of Christmas is the Cross. The cross of Christ gave hope to a destitute Mary all those years ago. It gives us hope today.

Theology MattersWhat we believe about Jesus—who he is and why he came—makes a difference to the way we live out our faith. .

This Christmas is better than that ChristmasAs stunningly good as the first Christmas is, this Christmas in 2022 is even better.

Longings fulfilled in JesusBecause of what God has done in Jesus at the cross, Jesus is now my refuge, my deliverer, my rescuer, and my rock

Rejoice together and Mourn togetherRejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.

A Grace-Filled GenealogyA messy genealogy reveals God's grace.

He Stays With UsThe resurrected Lord stays with us.

Seeing WHO'S In FrontSeeing Jesus for who he really is.

Breakfast on the BeachJesus, who was dead, has been raised from the dead, invites his disciples to breakfast.

He is Not Here He is RisenThe Risen Lord Jesus has saved you and he is with you.

Light of the WorldJohn 1:4 - 5 points us to the One who the darkness cannot overcome.

The Queen's WayReflecting on the life and faith of Queen Elizabeth II.

Horizon of HopeWhat will frame our horizon of hope? Will it be our circumstances or will it be Christ?

LamentIf we are in places where we cannot see a way forward, God’s character can be our compass.

Grace In The Finished Work of JesusFind strength as you remember what Christ has done.

Finding Your Second WindFinding a second wind for ministry by resting in what Jesus has done.

Preach The WordEmpowering ordinary men and women to preach the Word in all seasons..

MatarikiMatariki reminds us of God's greatness at work in creation.

Good or bad?Heading into unchartered territory and pursuing the way of Jesus.

RecalibratingWe are in a season of reconnecting and rebuilding our church gatherings and relationships.

Saying what mattersWith the time he has left, Paul focuses on saying what needs to be said.

Truth in the trialIn the challenges and trials, God is forging and forming our faith.

Developing leaders Developing leaders with integrity amid contemporary culture.

Doable Hard vs. Destructive HardPersevering in a tough season of ministry as we consider how God has been at work.

Worth itOur own moment is filled with challenges; challenges within and in our culture.

Church and camp partnershipsAn encouraging story about churches and campsites working together.

Missing the pointA reflection on Luke 22:7-28; the disciples at the Last Supper.

On the edge of EasterReflecting on the death and resurrection of Christ.

Cross-shaped ministryEncouragement for when ministry feels like a marathon.

Stop Doing, Keep Doing, Start Doing Slowing down and assessing honestly where we are as a church.

Refuge is our resurrected saviourFinding rest and salvation in our resurrected saviour.

RebuildingIf COVID has taught us anything, it is that 'normal' doesn't always mean healthy.

Remember James shows us how the good news of the gospel is adorned by good works.

Leading amid dissensionWhat does Christian Leadership involve in a time of dissension?

Declaring Christ crucifiedPrioritising the gospel of Christ crucified in an age of distraction.

God isThe challenges are real, but they are not central. God is.

The next season of ministry will bring conflict, are we navigating conflict at the foot of the cross?

Standing at the CentreEphesians 2:13-14 invites me to remember that at the heart of the treaty, is the heart of the cross.

Seven Reminders From EphesiansThings may be difficult, but what's important hasn't changed.

'Come to me'"Come to me all who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest."

Conflict is comingThe next season of ministry will bring conflict, are we navigating conflict at the foot of the cross?

What it means to be the ChurchWhat it means to be the Church in this season of ministry.

Finding meaning in the messThe Christmas Story told in Luke seems like a mess!

Same Place, Different ConditionsBeing prepared for the changing conditions in today's world.

The God of the HarvestIn Luke 10 Jesus sends out the 72. The mission is dangerous. But God is the God of the harvest.

The wonder and delight of God’s grace in Jesus, through the gospel, never gets old.

By This Gospel You Are SavedGod, by his Spirit, saved me through Jesus’ death and resurrection. The wonder and delight of God’s grace in Jesus, through the gospel, never gets old.

To renew, replenish, and reconcile them Paul reminds the Corinthians of the content centrality and significance of the gospel.

Replenish, Renew and ReconcileTo renew, replenish, and reconcile them Paul reminds the Corinthians of the content centrality and significance of the gospel.

Finding Our Identity in ChristWe have more leisure and more time saving technology and resources and yet we are one of the least happy generations in history.

Rest in the TensionContemplating rest for leaders from Psalm 23

Back to the FutureWhat Ezra-Nehemiah has to teach us about life at Level 2

Peace Amid UpheavalKeeping the main thing the main thing

Yes, No The integrity of Christian leadership resounds in what we say 'yes' to, and what we say 'no' to.

There's HopeMatthew 1:18-2:18 reminds us there is hope in a horrible year. Mary knows a horrible year. She’ll wear the stigma and shame ...

Confidence in the Cross of ChristPaul’s confidence in Christ and the cross enables him to cope with challenges and change. 2020 has been a year of ...

Encountering Christ this EasterWe are Easter Leaders. We always have been but now more than ever. As Easter Leaders we know we encounter our risen Jesus.

Confidence in ChristPaul and the Philippians Christians face real uncertainty, complexity and difficulty. We look at Paul's confidence in Chapter 3.

What comes next? A look at Philippians to start thinking about life in a world recovering from the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Right people, right timeIn these unprecedented days, you, because of Jesus, are the right people, at the right time, for the churches, campsites and support ministries you serve.

Jesus ImmanuelThis Christmas, I am moved to tears by the depths of the grace of God shown to me in Jesus Christ.

Encountering Christ through ScriptureI recently returned from the International Brethren Conference on Mission. A standout moment for me came from John Lennox, the main speaker, talking about Nigel Lee.

After the fireHope Community Church (HCC) Lead Pastor Daryl Bay reflects on the way God has been at work in their church and in their community...

Growing a mustard seed cultureLyndon Frost is 5-months into a new role at Te Awamutu Bible Chapel—there’s a huge amount he could be doing...

Responding to terror with hope In the wake of the Christchurch terror attacks, Mark Grace reflects on the Apostle Paul's words to Timothy in the gospel

Who are the next generation of leaders among you?The elders at Hope Community Church in Nelson prayed, asking God to guide them in how to grow as a church.