Lamentations Chapter 5 + 2 Our inheritance [nachalah] is turned to strangers [zarim], our houses to aliens [batim to foreigners] The promises of God in the past were real and literal in the eyes of the nation. But they had presumed upon them. They felt that they were unconditional. Yet, whether we look at the… Read More Those who refused to have God as their Father
Shape your dreams by your hopes not by your hurts. ‘And now, oh Jehovah God, what do I wait for? My hope is in you.’ Psalm 39:7 + Dutch version / Nederlandse versie: Overdenking voor vandaag: Dromen vormgeven door hoop
Voedt uw dromen met hoop, en niet met pijn en verdriet. ‘En nu, wat verwacht ik, oh Jehovah mijn God? Mijn hoop, die is op U.’ Psalm 39:7 + Engelse versie / English version: Thought of the day: Shaping dreams by hopes
Faith matters because it defines our life—forever. It shapes our relationship with God and with each other. We each come to God individually, but we are called to walk together in common purpose, united by our faith in God. WCF FaithLaunch Program WCF’s FaithLaunch Program is designed to answer that huge question and assist you as you… Read More How can you grow faith throughout your whole life?
In the compelling and real conversations about faith in the Christadelphian community, Steve talks with Alison Routledge, Suzette Thompson, and Viv Brown. They discuss together what a Proverbs 31 woman can teach us today and how we can manifest those learnings and experiences in our own communities. They also reflect on women mentoring women and… Read More Joanie Kaufman on Little Seeds of Faith
Of the three new books which have been produced this year you may find a review in The Christadelphian and find it at the office: Signs of the Times Study Guide (Michael Lewis). The Bible’s great hope is the return of the Lord Jesus to establish the kingdom of God on earth. Now more than… Read More Signs of the Times Study Guide (Michael Lewis)
Today’s thought “Out of the heart of man come …” (August 12) The first verse of Jeremiah 33 tells of how “The word of the LORD came to Jeremiah … while he was still shut up in the court of the guard” and told him of the judgments he was about to bring. They would… Read More Today’s thought “Out of the heart of man come …” (August 12)
The single word translated ‘look round about’ is used sparingly, mainly in Mark’s Gospel record, and with but one exception refers to the Lord’s piercing scrutiny of people or situations. In the synagogue was a man with a withered hand, probably planted by the Pharisees as a trap. When questioned by Jesus on whether doing… Read More Thought for today in CoViD times: He looked round about (Peter Banyard)
It was really very nice to have people from different ecclesiae all over Great-Britain and Belgium joining this morning zoom-casting. It is also very nice to see that many ecclesiae are streaming their services. Some are finding it easier to meet together than they used to — with someone, maybe not local. The internet in… Read More Lovely to have so many people joining this morning service
In “CommuterVerse.com-inspiration to help you through your day” we presented the new Christadelphian site where people can find Christadelphian thoughts about certain matters. The essence of the site is to bring people to contemplate a verse from God’s Word on their way to and from work (or from the living room to the kitchen). Let… Read More Surely Goodness and Mercy Shall Follow Me
God is calling people of faith. He’s calling people not to believe what they want to believe, but to believe what he’s revealed. God is not a God of confusion. Faith Foundations Podcast Series This series of First Principle or “Faith Foundation Podcasts” is a recreation of an original series of Radio Broadcasts created by… Read More God is calling people of faith
A Program for Young Adults INSPIRING FAITH FOR LIFE How can you grow faith throughout your whole life? WCF’s Faith Launch Program is designed to answer that huge question and assist you as you embark on your own life journey. The answer matters because the true measure of our life is faith–trusting God and His… Read More How can you grow faith throughout your whole life?
This week on A Little Faith… Levi chats with Jochem Hale, host of For Real Life about what inspired his podcast. Jochem shares how he initially wanted to make videos to teach people about God. Proof of God’s Existence – Episode 1 In this episode, we talk about doubt. We doubt many things in life.… Read More This week on A Little Faith… Levi chats with Jochem Hale
1 Chronicles 28:20 And David said to his son Solomon, “Be strong and of good courage, and do it; do not fear nor be dismayed, for the Lord God—my God—will be with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you, until you have finished all the work for the service of the house of the Lord. (NKJ) Feeling alarm or anxiety I… Read More Prayertheme for August 2020: Feeling alarm or anxiety
Today’s thought “Blessed is the man who …” (July 27) It is our chapter in Jeremiah that particularly jumps out for our mediation today, but first we read the sad story of the trouble that developed in the family of David following his sin with Bathsheba and her husband, adultery and murder! God “put away”… Read More Today’s thought “Blessed is the man who …” (July 27)
Today’s thought “That the nations might tremble” (July 8) First we read 1 Samuel 20, an account of Saul’s increasing jealousy of David – and his developing desire to kill him: such is human nature and its self-centredness. We constantly see this around us – it is more evident than ever at election times! Then… Read More Today’s thought “That the nations might tremble” (July 8)
Today’s thought “A glorious name” (July 7) We are reading in Samuel of David’s great successes. 2 Samuel 8:13 tells us “David made a name for himself” – that is, developed a reputation, and our chapters now tell us of Saul’s jealousy over this and his efforts to kill him despite the intercessions of his… Read More Today’s thought “A glorious name” (July 7)
Today’s thought “To proclaim … the day of vengeance” (July 5) Our first reading today of 1 Samuel 17 saw “the day of vengeance” of Israel upon the Philistines due to the wonderful faith of a youthful David. His faith and commitment to serving the Lord gave him the strength of mind to go forth… Read More Today’s thought “To proclaim … the day of vengeance” (July 5)
In today’s chapter from the Book of Isaiah, we hear about a servant who shall deal prudently, though would be exalted and extolled, and be very high. We have a twofold aspect of Messiah in sufferings and glory. “ Behold, my servant shall deal wisely, he shall be exalted and lifted up, and shall be… Read More Today’s Thought “God’s servant will succeed! He will be raised up, exalted, highly honoured!” (Weekend of 2020 June 27-28)
Coastlands or all of those in far-off lands should come to know that there is Only One True God, Who is also the God Who has chosen Him a people. It is the eternal all-knowing Godhead Who said to Isaiah that he is His servant Israel, in whom He will display His glory. Jehovah God… Read More Today’s Thought “Given for a light to the Gentile” (June 24)
