Monthly Archives: September 2014

Text: Matthew 21:23-32 (“by what authority?”) In the summer of 1969, I dreamt about becoming a rock star. My friends Jimmy, Rodney, and Michael had formed a band with electric guitar, bass and drums. At 12 years old, I was … Continue reading →

Text: Matthew 20:1-16 (the parable of the day labourers) Time is precious. Time, indeed, is money. Or at least, this is what the day labourers in today’s parable think. Those who have worked from dawn to dusk complain when those … Continue reading →

Text: Job 38 (God answers Job out of the whirlwind) The Season of Creation started in the Uniting Church of Australia in 2000, and it has now spread to many other churches. It breaks up the seven-month long Season after … Continue reading →

Text: Matthew 18:15-20 (gathered in Jesus’ name) “Where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there.” For me, this is one of the most encouraging sayings of Jesus. Hearing it again helps me feel less anxious about … Continue reading →