We who value Jesus’ word and persevere in hearing and accepting it should dial our expectations of God’s blessings up to eleven ... If the ground will receive and retain the seed then it can can exceed all reasonable prediction—thirty, sixty or even a hundred times!
Time is a one of the threads woven though the book of 1 John. John teaches us about time from the perspective of God’s plan of salvation. He shows how knowing the time helps us know who we are and how we ought to live. (From 2016)
Understanding Trauma is a great book that meets many present needs. If followed, it will go a long way towards filling gaps in current pastoral care practices.
When I’m rushing, my quiet times easily become superficial. I repeat the same prayers. I land on the same predictable applications. I go through the motions. It becomes a spiritual version of fast food: quick, convenient, but ultimately unsatisfying.
In Isaiah 26, we have hints that the understanding of Zion/Israel is shifting in the direction of something less “ethnic” and more international ... We also have a surprisingly rare occurrence in Old Testament literature.
We are joined by John Diacos to consider the Eastern Orthodox Church, and how its world-view can leave its members without an assurance of salvation.
We are joined by John Diacos to consider the Eastern Orthodox Church, and how its world-view can leave its members without an assurance of salvation.
“I don’t think there’s anything going to get me in heaven. Okay? I really don’t. I think I’m not maybe heaven-bound ... I’m not sure I’m going to be able to make heaven.”
From ‘The Trinty and Ministry: Loving and Serving the Triune God’ TGCA Victoria event on 21st August 2025 at Cross Culture Church Melbourne.
From 'The Trinty and Ministry: Loving and Serving the Triune God' TGCA Victoria event on 21st August 2025.
Julius Kim, TGCA Victoria
Julius Kim, TGCA Victoria
Part of a 2021 national campaign encouraging people to explore the historical evidence for Jesus Christ.
From a series of videos, originally released on our Facebook page in 2020, where Christians enjoy conversation with one another—discussing life and faith during COVID-19.
From a series of videos, originally released on our Facebook page in 2020, where Christians enjoy conversation with one another—discussing life and faith during COVID-19.
We who value Jesus’ word and persevere in hearing and accepting it should dial our expectations of God’s blessings up to eleven ... If the ground will receive and retain the seed then it can can exceed all reasonable prediction—thirty, sixty or even a hundred times!
That’s what makes this book so valuable. Not only because it is well-researched and well-written, but because of this pastor’s heart for the lost. His aim is not to win the argument but rather that Orthodox people repent and place their full confidence in the finished work of Christ.
The very task of writing is soul formation, and that is why the use and misuse of AI is a moral issue. To outsource the process of good thinking and good writing is to embark on a journey that runs the risk of deforming one’s soul.
We are joined by John Diacos to consider the Eastern Orthodox Church, and how its world-view can leave its members without an assurance of salvation.
Most people we now think of as ‘real writers’ got there simply by deciding to be writers and then sticking at it ... You need to back yourself, seek out feedback and support, fight the imposter syndrome, and just keep going.
Understanding Trauma is a great book that meets many present needs. If followed, it will go a long way towards filling gaps in current pastoral care practices.
When I’m rushing, my quiet times easily become superficial. I repeat the same prayers. I land on the same predictable applications. I go through the motions. It becomes a spiritual version of fast food: quick, convenient, but ultimately unsatisfying.
