There’s a strange irony in the church today: we have more access to sermons, podcasts, commentaries, and theological resources than any generation before us, but we may be the most starved for solid preaching. At the same time, we have shelves full of the writings of the Puritans, Reformers, and faithful saints of old, andContinue reading “Reviving Solid Preaching in Modern Churches”
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Do the Miraculous Gifts Still Exist Today?
Few questions stir as much discussion within churches as whether the “miraculous gifts”—such as prophecy, healing, and tongues—continue today or not. Many believers hold strong convictions either for cessationism (the view that some gifts ceased with the apostolic age) or continuationism (the view that such gifts continue). Yet the Reformed tradition has always sought toContinue reading “Do the Miraculous Gifts Still Exist Today?”
The Road Back to God
The Christian world is a funny place. On the one hand we’re hearing about a so-called ‘silent revival’ (I have many thoughts on this but they go beyond the scope of this post!). But on the other hand people are also loosing interest in church and Christianity. People are leaving the church feeling disillusioned andContinue reading “The Road Back to God”
Diverse Reads: A Mixed Bag
It’s been quite some time since I last wrote a book review for you all. The reasons for that are a mixture of ministry life, family life and I’ve been doing a lot more of my own writing (my second book is due to be published in May 2026). However, just because I’ve not beenContinue reading “Diverse Reads: A Mixed Bag”
Honouring God Through Physical Discipline
“So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31 (ESV) Just a few months ago I found myself staring at the bathroom scale in disbelief. I was sitting at 98kg, and I’m pretty sure I’d tipped over the 100kg mark in the months runningContinue reading “Honouring God Through Physical Discipline”
Perfect Priest for Weary Pilgrims
Hebrews is a great book of the Bible. I spent some time preaching on it last year as part of a slightly thematic sermon series and would love to return to it and preach through the book exegetically (which is my normal style). There is so much in Hebrews, so it is no wonder thatContinue reading “Perfect Priest for Weary Pilgrims”
The Grace of Friendship: Why It Matters More Than Ever
In a world that’s more connected than ever, it’s surprising how many people feel disconnected. You might have hundreds of followers, a phone full of contacts, and still wonder: Do I really have any true friends? The stats back it up. Millions of adults in the UK say they often feel lonely. One in eight people sayContinue reading “The Grace of Friendship: Why It Matters More Than Ever”
Understanding the Power of Christian Fasting
Let’s be honest: fasting sounds kind of… strange to many of us today. Sure, we’ve heard of intermittent fasting—it’s all the rage in the health and fitness world. People skip meals for physical benefits like better focus, weight loss, or metabolic health. But fasting as a spiritual practice? That often feels like a relic of another era.Continue reading “Understanding the Power of Christian Fasting”
When Jesus Is All You Have: Finding Hope in Psalm 23
What words would you expect from someone who endured the unimaginable horrors of World War II—someone imprisoned for helping Jews escape death, who suffered the loss of family, watched her sister die, and lived through the nightmare of a Nazi concentration camp? Corrie Ten Boom, who experienced exactly that, once said:“You may never know thatContinue reading “When Jesus Is All You Have: Finding Hope in Psalm 23”
The Impact of Theology: Enhance Your Understanding
Theology really matters and everyone is a theologian, whether you realise it or not. I have often heard people in the past say “I don’t like doctrine or theology, it’s quite divisive. I prefer to have a childlike faith and leave the deep thinking to others” However, if you have a thought about God (whichContinue reading “The Impact of Theology: Enhance Your Understanding”
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