James and Paul: Are They At Odds With Each Other?
Since the Reformation in the 16th Century the teachings of the Apostle Paul and the Elder James have often been portrayed as being at odds with each other. Much time is spent by theologians and New Testament scholars trying to conclude whether there is a real conflict between the writings …
Beware the Pre-Christmas Sale Season
We are entering one of the most dangerous times of the year for families. Christmas is approaching and unfortunately the reason for the season gets lost as retail marketing ramps up. Christmas is an important holiday, it is the day we mark the birth of Jesus Christ. There is no …
The Nature of Winter
“For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.” Ecclesiastes 3:1. It is winter here in New Zealand and consequently a lot of the trees in the backyard have lost their leaves. I was looking out at our backyard and noticed that in one of …
The Shared Knowledge of the Early Church
In their book, Introducing the New Testament, Achtemeier, Green and Thompson state that, “…only a small portion of the meaning of any utterance is represented by the words used, whether spoken or written.” This is because when we communicate with others we utilise a certain amount of pre-knowledge: things that …
Healthy Rose Bushes Don’t Bloom All the Time
“For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.” Ecclesiastes 3:1 As I write this in New Zealand the roses are blooming in people’s gardens and the rose garden at the cemetery is looking particularly splendid. As I was walking among the cemetery’s rose garden …
When Jesus Walked on the Water
During the fourth watch of the night Jesus went out to them, walking on the lake. When the disciples saw him walking on the lake, they were terrified. “It’s a ghost,” they said, and cried out in fear. But Jesus immediately said to them: “Take courage! It is I. Don’t …
Called to Serve the Gentiles
Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle and set apart for the gospel of God – the gospel he promised beforehand through his prophets in the Holy Scriptures regarding his Son, who as to his earthly life was a descendant of David, and who through the …
What God Sees
Therefore, the promise comes by faith, so that it may be by grace and may be guaranteed to all Abraham’s offspring – not only to those who are of the law but also to those who have the faith of Abraham. He is the father of us all. As it …
Prophets Stand Firm! – Lana Vawser
Lana prophesies that God is calling his prophets to stand firm in the midst of trial. The Lord knows you are under attack, and His voice is about to thunder through you! Click here to read Lana’s prophecy on her ministry website …
The Prophets are Rising – Jennifer Martin
With revival in the wind, the Lord is sending his prophets to encourage a generation of believers to take their stand for God. Click here to read Jennifer’s prophecy on her organisational website …
Joining the Micro-movement Blaze
An encouraging word for the future with specific advice on simple steps we can take to walk into it. It is the simple but courageous steps like those laid out here by Nate in his prophecy that are starting the micro-movement blaze which will sweep the globe fanned by eagles …
Beware the Pre-Christmas Sale Season
We are entering one of the most dangerous times of the year for families. Christmas is approaching and unfortunately the reason for the season gets lost as retail marketing ramps up. Christmas is an important holiday, it is the day we mark the birth of Jesus Christ. There is no …
The Cure is More Than Just A Vaccine
Lots of money and effort is being spent on trying to find a vaccine for the COVID-19 virus. A vaccine would certainly be beneficial and physically save lives. The vaccine alone though is not the cure for the crises we face both now and on the road ahead. Crises of …
A New Name and a New Destiny – Julie Smith
This prophecy from Julie Smith is a must read. God is bringing hope to the darkest areas of the world. Click here to read it on The Elijah List website …