Mary had to face an enormous challenge. She was asked to assume a burden of tremendous responsibility. It had never been heard of before that a child could be born […]
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I'm simply a computer geek who has been in that industry for a couple of decades now and loves living in Brixham since moving here a little over ten years ago. I'm helping out with this site and will do all I can to make it successful. I have lots of fun ideas but I'm sure that you do to, so let's have them please... No, seriously let us know what you would like to see and the sorts of thing you want this site to be capable of doing (making coffee excluded, I've been trying to do that for years)Fingers pointing to Jesus
John is the last and greatest of the prophets of the old covenant. He fulfilled the essential task of all the prophets – to be fingers pointing to Jesus Christ, […]
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John the Baptist’s life was fuelled by one burning passion – to point others to Jesus Christ and to the coming of his kingdom. Who is John the Baptist and […]
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ADVENT WREATH is made of various evergreens, signifying continuous, everlasting life. The laurel signifies victory over persecution and suffering. Holly’s prickly leaves remind us of the crown of thorns and […]
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What is the significance and of Jesus’ kingship for us? Kingship today seems outdated and use- less, especially in democratic societies where everyone is supposed to be treated equal and […]
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Jesus’ prophecy of the destruction of the temple at Jerusalem was a two-edged sword, because it pointed not only to God’s judgment, but also to his saving action and mercy. […]
Read moreThe ultimate proof
The ultimate proof of the resurrection is the Lord Jesus himself and His victory over death when he rose from the tomb. Before Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, he […]
Read moreLook beyond stereotypes
Imagine Zacchaeus’ surprise when Jesus looked up and said, “Zacchaeus, hurry and come down; for I must stay at your house today.” What wonderful words for Zacchaeus to hear! How […]
Read moreLazarus did not lose hope in God
In the parable of the rich man who refused to help the beggar named Lazarus Jesus paints a dramatic scene of contrasts – riches and poverty, heaven and hell, compassion […]
Read more‘Count the cost’ and say ‘yes”
Why does the Lord Jesus say we must ‘hate’ our families and even ourselves (Luke 14:26)? In Biblical times the expression ‘to hate’ often meant to ‘prefer less’. Jesus used […]
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