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The Practice of Love
Hi everyone. Rob here. In the book of James we see the old sage dispensing wisdom to his audience. It is wisdom born out of experience. As the leader of the Jerusalem church he had seen it all: Persecution, famine, … Continue reading
Posted in Christ, Christianity, faith, God, jesus, Spirituality, surrender, trust, Uncategorized
Tagged choice, devotion, faith, God, Jesus, love, trust, worship
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Building Resilience
Hi everyone. Rob here. Ancient Israel was always a nation in transition. Moving from being wandering ex-slaves in the desert to a nation-state is a difficult move. Moving from a tribal model to a monarchical one is also a big … Continue reading
Posted in Christ, Christianity, faith, God, Holy Spirit, Resilience, Spirituality, Uncategorized, worship
Tagged change, desire, faith, Heart, love, Resilience, worship
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Be Kind To Your Heart
Hi everyone. Rob here. I’ve been doing a series on the three simple guidelines that I use to help me be kind to myself each day. Have I taken care of my body? Have I taken care of my mind? Have … Continue reading
Posted in Christ, Christianity, God, heart, spiritual warfare, Spirituality, Uncategorized, worship
Tagged agreements, faith, Heart, hope, kindness, prayer, spiritual warfare, worship
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Be Kind to Your Body
Hi everyone. Rob here, I offer 3 John 2 to you as my prayer and my greeting. Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is … Continue reading
Posted in Body, Christ, Christianity, God, Spirituality, Uncategorized
Tagged Body, Covid-19, Home, kindness, lockdown, worship
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Pointing to the Creator
Kia ora everyone. Rob here. We’ve just started a series in Romans in our church. One of the many fascinating things that Paul says in the first chapter is this: For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities … Continue reading
Posted in beauty, Christianity, creation, God, Spirituality, Uncategorized, worship
Tagged creation, Creator, environment, life, worship
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One on One Devotion
Hi everyone. Rob here. It’s the school holidays at the moment and both of our kids have been experiencing some extended Nana time. They’ve been visiting her one at a time, meaning that they get to experience the love Nana … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, God, grace, love, relationships, Spirituality, surrender, Uncategorized, worship
Tagged child of God, devotion, Father, God, grace, love, surrender, worship
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Overcoming Fear
Hi, Rob here. What are you fearful of these days? After all, there seems to be lot to be fearful of, doesn’t there? You could take your pick between political extremism (which arises out of fear), climate change, ISIS, economic … Continue reading
Posted in Christ, faith, God, spiritual warfare, Spirituality, Uncategorized, worship
Tagged courage, faith, fear, Jesus Christ, prayer, worship
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Three W’s of Renewal
Hi everyone. Rob here. This afternoon I’m heading off to the shores of Lake Taupo to spend time at a Pastor’s Retreat for the movement that I’m part of. It has become an annual ritual that is a vital part … Continue reading
Choose your Posture
Hi everyone. Rob here. I hope and trust that you had a good Easter, reflecting on the wonder of Christ’s death and resurrection, as well as taking a break from everyday routines. Of course the story doesn’t end on Easter … Continue reading
Inexpressible and Glorious Joy
Hi, Rob here. How joyful are you feeling as you read this? Is joy part of your everyday experience or is it much more elusive than that? I know for me joy can seem very elusive at times, and yet … Continue reading
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Tagged beaker, inexpressible joy, joy, thankfulness, worship
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