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
UPB Basketball Finals
The SA Church Basketball season has come to the finals run. Here is an update from Peter B for last weekend. “Congratulations to our ladies for winning last Saturday to progress straight through to their Grand Final. The team played so well. It was a magnificent effort given they had not beaten their opposition all year – well done ladies. … Read More
Accepting our imperfect families
This weekend it is time to remember our dads. What are the key memories you have of your father? Mine are of my dad as hard working, stoic, faithful, tough, clever. Dad could do anything. Well nearly. He wasn’t much good at hugs, playing soccer, coming to school events or relaxing. I have spent a portion of my life wanting … Read More
advocating for advocates
What would you advocate for? An advocate is someone who will ‘publicly support or suggest an idea, development, or way of doing something.’ We see advocacy everywhere. Parents speaking up for their children, unions for their workers, managers for their team, lawyers for their clients, constituents to their politicians. Advocacy is necessary when something needs to be championed, and it … Read More
SALA is on for another year!
This is the sixth year we have held an Exhibition as part of the South Australian Living Artists Festival and each year our exhibition has grown both in size and quality. This year, we have 35 artists submitting 96 artworks! The SALA Team also learns more each year about putting together an exhibition! Our first workshop weekend went really well, … Read More
BAPTIST CARE is NOW National
Did you know this year Baptist Care SA merged to join with other states to become a national entity? This, in the short term, financially secures Baptist Care’s work in our state. Longer term it is hoped it will expand the impact of this Baptist ministry across our nation. Through August our churches are encouraged to consider, support and pray … Read More
The church that blesses its city
“May those who love you be secure. May there be peace within your walls and security within your citadels.” For the sake of my family and friends, I will say, “Peace be within you.” For the sake of the house of the Lord our God, I will seek your prosperity. Psalm 122:6-9 The writer of Psalm 122 is excited to … Read More
A mid-year examen
Today, consider your growth as a follower of Jesus. Use these examen questions to reflect on the last 6 months. 1. Invite the Holy Spirit to help you see how God is acting in your life. 2. Where are you encouraged? Are there godly habits that are sustaining you. Can you see fruit of the holy spirit in attitude and … Read More
our god who is involved
Jesus believes God is intimately involved in the details and concerns of our lives. He teaches: “…why do you worry about clothes? See how the wild flowers grow. They don’t work or make clothing. But here is what I tell you. Not even Solomon in all his royal robes was dressed like one of these flowers. If that is how … Read More
“For nothing is impossible with God”
On Monday, the church hall echoed with the sounds of kids singing the song “Jesus you’re my superhero…better than Spiderman, better than Superman, better than Batman, better than anyone”. The day was filled with activities that involved all things ‘super’, from navigating obstacles courses to knocking down villain figurines with paper planes! Within a short time, all the kids were … Read More
our motivation needs our discipline
Is there anything you would love to get better at? Exercise, a new skill, musical instrument, a sport, eating well, sleeping? These are the kind of things people say they are motivated to improve. Yet, without the matching commitment called discipline, motivations can’t become actions, so we do not improve. If it is true people learning guitar struggle with discipline, … Read More