from Bill Sayer In Jeremiah 32 – 33, we read that Jerusalem was facing imminent invasion by the Babylonians who would ultimately lead many into exile. Siege ramps had been deployed around the city, and Jeremiah was under arrest in the courtyard of the guard (33:1). Jeremiah, and likely many others, were saying that the […]
from Bill Sayer I am sure we have all experienced our hopes dashed by the circumstances of life. Perhaps the expectation of a new job, home, life-partner…… We have our hopes and dreams firmly fixed on a seemingly natural and logical way forward, only to find that the certain way forward is blocked by the […]
Across most urban vistas, you will spot at least one building under construction or repair with scaffolding surrounding it. Although a little unsightly, the scaffolding is a positive sign of the investment in the city, and brings with it a sense of anticipation as to when the project might be completed, and the glory of […]
If you needed to cross a desert, you would take the shortest and hence, quickest route across, right? WRONG! Crossing a desert takes planning and strategy because one mistake could result in personal catastrophe. However much water you might take with you when you set out, it will be insufficient for the whole journey. So, […]
How do you respond when seeing someone cry? Do you feel uncomfortable or awkward, perhaps believing that weeping is indicative of weakness? Even Jesus wept: over Jerusalem (Luke 19:41-44); and for His friend Lazarus (John 11:35). There are so many reasons why we cry, and many are indicated in the Bible: Tears of and frustration/ […]
from Bill Sayer Have you ever prayed, and not seen the results of your prayers? Perhaps even the opposite has occurred: a loved one dies; a job vacancy is given to someone else; family problems leading to divorce…….. What should we do in such situations? Paul says, Let us not become weary in doing good, for […]
The path of the righteous is like the morning sun, shining ever brighter till the full light of day. (Prov. 4:18) Did you know that we are part of those who have been made righteous before God; our sinfulness has been taken away and we have been re-clothed in robes of righteousness (Is. 61:10)? If this is […]
Video teaching from Bill explaining how to discern the voice of the Holy Spirit from our own imagination.
Buying a house can lead to unexpected and expensive problems. We may say, “I didn’t sign for these problems when I bought the house”. Same for Christian: we begin enjoying the benefits of life in Christ Jesus (Ephesians 1/ 2), but can have our faith shaken when problems/ difficulties/ illness come along. We may be […]
Paul encourages us to pray continually (1 Thess. 5:17). Why? To invite His presence/ peace/ healing/ rule into our daily lives and others. What does it mean to pray continually? Some clues given in Ephesians 6:18: Pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be […]
