There are so many characters in Scripture, many who stand out in our minds as ‘superheroes’ for one reason or the other. Yet despite their amazing achievements, often it is their weaknesses, their struggles, which resonate with us and set an example for us to learn from. These exceptional characters provide ‘superhero’ moments, as well as more ‘human’ moments, which, … Read More
Grateful
The goal of this plan is to take you through 7 days of thankfulness. It will help you explore different aspects of thankfulness and our need for thankfulness every day. To sign up for the 7-day devotional click on this link to read: with our church individually
Partnering for the Gospel
Over many years of serving in God’s kingdom plans, I have learnt God invites people together, not just individuals, into His work. At our coming Member’s meeting on Sunday 22 March, our Church Members will consider a proposed partnership with Flinders Street Baptist (FSBC) that provides part-time pastoral leadership to establish a sustained gospel church presence in the CBD. This … Read More
Pressure Testing Faith
Lent Readings Pressure exposes what we trust most. In Exodus 17:1–7 the people hit breaking point. Thirsty, tired, unsure. Instead of turning to God, they tested Him. They questioned His love for them. They pushed the blame outward rather than looking inward. Lent invites us to a different path. It is a season to strengthen devotion rather than test it. A time to take responsibility for our heart … Read More
What if Opportunity is just down the road?
When our life with Jesus helps others—sometimes it is just down the road. Over the past few years, we’ve watched God grow a healthy, hopeful culture at UPBC. People have stepped up. Ministry has expanded. New partnerships have flourished. And now, another invitation has arrived—right on our doorstep. Flinders Street Baptist Church (FSBC) is a historic sister church in the … Read More
Am I a Mentor?
What were you doing when you were six? Playing with friends, learning new letters, trying to tie your shoelaces? How about when you were nine? Writing more complex sentences, dodging hands in chasey, working on that difficult maths problem? Did you experience these moments throughout your childhood? More importantly, did you have positive role models supporting and encouraging you along … Read More
in God’s Power and Presence
Have you noticed how life challenges tend to focus us on what we have to do, rather than our God who is with us? A friend shared something with me this week that encouraged me. We were sitting with the Great Commission in Matthew 28: Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has … Read More
lent and 40 days of Prayer
Lent is a time Christians from many different traditions prepare for Easter by fasting and giving up something for Lent. To fast means we don’t eat something we like or don’t engage in some activity we prefer. Fasting can be a way of saying ‘no’ to something important to us, so we can say ‘yes’ to God who we love … Read More
Encounter: People Jesus Met, Then and Now
The Gospels tell remarkable stories of encounters with Jesus—moments that brought healing, transformation, and purpose to those on society’s margins, truth-seekers, and the desperate. In this Bible Reading Plan, Karl Faase explores ten such encounters, showing how meeting Jesus changes lives. But these encounters aren’t just historical. This plan also shares modern-day stories of lives transformed by God. Based on … Read More
What can God do when we ‘Give It a Go’?
What are you like when it comes to trying new things with faith and trust in God? Many of us find this hard, especially as we get older. That’s surprising, given how often we’ve seen God come through for us. As we look ahead at Unley Park Baptist Church, one simple question is shaping our prayers and plans: what can … Read More
What Are You Hungry For This Year?
What are you spiritually hungry for this year? Recently, our 5:30 PM youth and young adults service explored this theme: Hungry for God. If you missed it, you missed an extraordinary night. (The next 5:30 PM service is on the first Sunday of the month—Feb 1.) Here’s the challenge: physical hunger demands attention. Spiritual hunger can be ignored. But when people … Read More
When Do You Need God With You?
Lent Readings “the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel” Isaiah 7:14 When do you need God with you? When life feels overwhelming? When the odds are stacked against you? King Ahaz did. He was a bad king in a terrible spot. His nation faced attack from a … Read More