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
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
Where Is our hope?
Lent readings: First reading: Isaiah 11:1-10 Psalm: Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19 Second reading: Romans 15:4-13 Gospel: Matthew 3:1-12 Where Is our hope? It’s easy to lose hope today. Wars, rising costs, global tensions, mental health struggles, culture wars—the list goes on. Optimism feels like it has disappeared. When I was younger, people believed science would solve everything. Now, it seems science … Read More
Who are your 3 by 3?
Who do you invite to church and our events? We want to encourage you to invite your friends and family to our opportunities. Alpha has this wonderful idea which can help: have 3 by 3 invitations. Invite 3 people who will probably say yes, 3 people who might say yes, and 3 people who will probably say no. Its easy … Read More
the king is coming
Lent readings: First reading: Isaiah 2:1-5 Psalm: Psalm 122 Second reading: Romans 13:11-14 Gospel: Matthew 24:36-44 “This is what Isaiah son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem: In the last days the mountain of the Lord’s temple will be established as the highest of the mountains; it will be exalted above the hills, and all nations will stream to … Read More
A Prayer Before Shopping…
This week, we will be bombarded with catalogues, emails, social media urging us to take advantage of the annual Black Friday sales. Black Friday was originally so called by US police to refer to the crowds and chaos of the first business day after Thanksgiving. Over time, helped by online shopping, Black Friday has become a global phenomenon. It’s hard … Read More
move at the pace of change
“For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account.” … Read More