The New Covenant Ecosystem
This is the second in a series of letters written to our local church. They build upon one another, line upon line, precept upon precept. To read the first letter,…
A City on a Hill
I've recently begun writing a series of letters to our local church. These arose from of an extended encounter with the Lord. The first letter was firing from the hip,…
The Great New Covenant Proposition
We have a new identity in Christ. This "new-creation-ness" is thanks to the once-for-all perfect-making work of Jesus on the cross, and is reflected innumerably throughout Scripture. Digest it with…
Verb-iage (in a good way)!
Now I would remind you, brothers, of the gospel I preached to you, which you received, in which you stand, and by which you are being saved. The Corinthians had…
Self-Government
All authority belongs to the Lord. Any authority we operate in is therefore delegated authority. Because it comes from God, it is inherently good, and those exercising it should do…
Be filled with the Spirit
"Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but…
Pray for South Africa
Our local church, so guided by the Holy Spirit, has embarked on a pilgrimage of intercession for our nation. "Pray for South Africa". What that means in practice is that…
Thinking about Discipleship
“Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. And when they saw Him they worshiped Him, but some doubted. And Jesus came…
Do Who You Are
The Gospel is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes. As good news goes, it’s simple and straightforward. Jesus lived the sinless life none of us could…
Reflections on Leadership
Leadership is a big subject. Church leadership is a small sub-category of this much larger whole. The Bible places church leaders in one of three broad categories. These are not…