Pentecost, often referred to as the “birthday of the Church,” commemorates a pivotal moment in Christian history when the Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles, empowering them to speak in various tongues and thus, spreading Jesus’ teachings to all nations. This event not only signifies the fulfillment of Jesus’ promise to send the Holy Spirit but also marks the beginning …
‘Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.’ – Matthew 5:6 The Beatitudes offer a simple instruction – let your ‘attitude-be’! Like the phrase, our attitude is often the reverse of what it is supposed to be. The spiritual disciplines of prayer, fasting, Bible reading, Bible study, worship and fellowship are all designed to …
Physical sustenance… Who doesn’t have to eat and drink? Food and drink are secondary only to the air we breathe. They give us physical strength and without them we could not function in the world! We give thanks for food producers who grow and prepare the things we need to remain physically healthy and active in the world. Meaningful sustenance… …
