Dave is the Rector of the joint benefice of St Nicholas, Stevenage and St Mary, Graveley. He began his ministry in Stevenage in 2011.
What does mean by ‘not judging others?’ Are there times when it is right and good? How can we do it rightly without getting judgemental? Listen in… [Bible passage=”Matthew 7:1-6″]
Jesus calls us to examine our hearts to test what we are working for, dreaming of and where our ultimate loyalty lies. But ‘self-assessment’ is difficult. Our hearts are deceitful. But by looking at what we pray for we get a good idea where our hearts really are.
Fasting is an almost-forgotten aspect of Christian discipleship, but there seems to be an expectation from Jesus’ teaching that his’ disciples will sometimes fast. But what is fasting? Why would we fast? How would we fast? And what might stop us?
We take a look at Revelation 21v1-22v5 in the context of the bigger, better story which the Bible tells about the world, our place in it and the glorious ending for those who trust in Christ. [Bible passage =”Revelation 21:1-27″] [Bible passage=”Revelation 22:1-5″]
We look at this controversial topic, one that is dividing the Church, through the eyes of Romans 1. What does the Bible have to say on this matter? And how do we respond to the many and varied accusations the world throws at orthodox believers? Listen and find out…