25th September 2022 Year C – Pentecost 16 “You Can’t Take it with You”
What to do with a car door!
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The disciples just followed Jesus – no questions asked! They wanted to “see the Father” he spoke of.
However Jesus sometimes really confused them with his teaching.
He went out and changed the world and showed the work of God and the Holy Spirit to all
and told them to go out and do likewise. What did all that mean?
Jesus said, “Do you want to be made well?” Of course he did after being by the pool for 38 years!
When the time came he simply did as Jesus asked him … and was made well and was so happy.
The trouble was – it was healing on the Sabbath! The Jewish leaders were not happy!
Do we, in a moment of another’s moment of grace and joy, sometimes react negatively, like those leaders?
We are called into many ministries to tell our own story. All Christian stories have the same ‘stem’ – Through Christ, bringing God to the world of darkness and showing light in that arena. Click on the start button to sample this message. Click on the download link below to download the message to incorporate in…
The Pakistani lady, Jamila, talked of in this message, did not focus on our differences.
We have a choice, to hold onto our assumptions, or to embrace new and deeper relationships.
Peter’s vision calls us to step beyond our boundaries and brace new relationships.
God’s grace has no boundaries.
This message explores a powerful teaching from Jesus, reminding us to focus on what truly matters in life.
With warmth and clarity, Rev Dr Drayton unpacks Jesus’ words about greed, worry, and the illusion of security through possessions—challenging us to reflect on our values and where we place our trust.
Hugh Mackay notes that the level of social connection in society is declining.
People are happier when they have meaning and purpose and also deep and significant connections.
The Church is a place that still provides this, where our differences and different gifts are valued, and community and connection is enabled through Christ’s living presence and mission.