Lutheran women certainly know how to organise and run an inspiring convention, and the recent one held in Murray Bridge, South Australia was no exception! From the beautiful venue at Unity College campus, to the enjoyable spring weather, to the awesome theme, to the magnificent floral arrangements, to the Bible studies and inspiring speakers and presenters, every moment gave those attending an unforgettable experience. A warm welcome President Grace Kroehn warmly welcomed us and opened …
Good News But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people”. (Luke 2:10 NIV) We all love to share good news. When my children were born, I was eager to let people know and they in turn spread the good news to other people. To spread good news, we must talk about it. When Jesus our Saviour was born, an …
How Great Thou Art! The Wonder of (God’s Love in His) Creation An opening prayer: Loving Father, bless this time of gathering around your Word. Thank you for the gift of the Word, your Word of life and love. Open our hearts and minds to the wonder of your love in your amazing creation. My God, how great Thou art! Amen. If you were to pick two Scripture verses that you think just about everybody …
Conversations: Jesus and … Mary and Martha when Lazarus died Please read John 11:17–44. An account which is rich with emotional depth and powerful conversations with Jesus. Mary and Martha’s grief: Picture: the sorrow and grief of Mary and Martha as they mourn the loss of their brother and feel their desperation as they express their pain to Jesus. Personal Reflection: Do I bring my pain and sorrow of grief and loss to Jesus, trusting …
Conversations: Jesus and … Jairus In Mark 5:21–24, 35–43 we read an account of a person’s deep faith, desperation, and the compassionate nature of Jesus. Jairus, a synagogue leader, approaches Jesus in desperation, pleading for the healing of his dying daughter (20 words). Jesus responds with compassion and reassurance, ultimately raising the girl from death to life (23 words). A dialogue of few words. Desperation: Recall moments in your life when you felt utterly helpless, …
Conversations: Jesus and … Mary and Martha with love (John 11:17–44) There are so many natural disasters that befall different parts of the world. Then there are road accidents or situations that maybe you have witnessed or unfortunately have been a part of. I hear stories from people who have been so close to being in an accident, but also sad stories of those who seem to be in the “wrong place at the wrong …
Conversations: Jesus and … Jairus (Matthew 9:18,19, 23–26; Mark 5:21–24, 35–43; Luke 8:40–42, 49–56) In 2011, St Peter’s Lutheran Church in Loxton staged an Easter play called “Anna’s Hope”, a Little Town Production. Some of you may have even been fortunate to see it! The play was based on the meeting of Jairus and Jesus leading to the healing of Jairus’ daughter whom the writer named Anna. It was exceptionally poignant and left one with …
Conversations: Jesus and … The paralysed man (Mark 2:1–12) A good Sunday school favourite is the healing of a paralysed man. Something remarkable happened that day: The conversation of Jesus with the teachers of the law, and then with the paralysed man. This story is also recorded in Matthew 9:2–8 and Luke 5:17–26. In our study, we will focus on the account in Mark 2:1–12. Read Mark 2:1,2 Throughout Mark’s gospel, we get a growing …
Conversations: Jesus and … the rich young man (Matthew 19:16–26; Mark 10:17–31; Luke 18:18–30) A rich man approaches Jesus. What is this conversation teaching us about Jesus and the Kingdom of God for our own lives? For this study, I recommend you elect three Bible readers from your group, one for each gospel version. Read Matthew 19:13–15; Mark 10:13–16; Luke 18:15–17 Does the same story precede the story of the rich young man in each …
Conversations: Jesus and … The Paralysed Man Read: Mark 2:1–12. This account is also recorded in Matthew 9:1–8 and Luke 5:17–26. Visualise the scene: A crowded house in Jesus’ hometown, Capernaum, including the Pharisees and teachers of the law from every town in Galilee and Judea and from Jerusalem. As we read the account of Jesus healing the paralysed man in Mark, we are drawn into the depth of faith, the power of Jesus’ words, …
Conversations: Jesus and … A Rich Young Man “What must I DO to …?” Have you ever found yourself asking this question of an “expert” in relation to achieving an improved outcome in a particular area of your life? Maybe: a doctor and your health, a teacher and your child’s progress at school, a financial advisor and your retirement, or a pastor and your relationship with Jesus. During your inquiry, you may have found yourself …
Conversations – Jesus and the woman with a bleeding issue
Every concern you have matters to God. So, what’s on your mind right now? Where do you want God to show up in your life?