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 …
On Chopin and Temperament
Praise him with the sounding of the trumpet, praise him with the harp and lyre, praise him with timbrel and dancing, praise him with the strings and pipe, praise him with the clash of cymbals, praise him with resounding cymbals. Let everything that has breath praise the LORD. Psalm 150:3-6 …
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 …
Christ’s Gift of Peace Through The Holy Spirit
As Christ is preparing to die on the cross he leaves his disciples with a number of encouraging statements. These are recorded in John chapter 14. One of them is, “…the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will …
Jeremiah’s Public Act of Faith
Jeremiah said, “The word of the LORD came to me: Hanamel son of Shallum your uncle is going to come to you and say, ‘Buy my field at Anathoth, because as nearest relative it is your right and duty to buy it.’ “Then, just as the LORD had said, my …
The Reign of Grace
The law was brought in so that the trespass might increase. But where sin increased, grace increased all the more, so that, just as sin reigned in death, so also grace might reign through righteousness to bring eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord (Romans 5:20-21). In these verses Paul …
Wealth Without Trouble
The blessing of the Lord brings wealth, and he adds no trouble to it (Proverbs 10:22). There are many passages in the bible that speak of God blessing people. The types of these blessings vary and include, among many other things, God’s loving kindness and storing up treasures in heaven …
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 …