19 April 2026

The Universal Prayer

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When Jesus’ disciples asked Him about prayer, He gave them the words that are now known as “The Lord’s Prayer.” This prayer is almost universally known in the Christian world. But it’s very popularity means we sometimes lose sight of its rich meaning. This Sunday we will slow down and appreciate the words of this prayer. It is not just universal because it is widespread, but because it contains the full breadth of heaven and the Lord.

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31 May 2026

One Step Forward, Two Steps Back

It’s bad enough to not be in a great place, either outwardly or spiritually. But it’s much worse to not just be in a bad place, but to actually be going backwards, undoing any progress that has been made.

24 May 2026

Entering Eternal Life

What does it take to enter into eternal life? What is required of someone if they are to be saved and go to heaven after death?

17 May 2026

Confirming Your Faith

In the New Church we practice infant baptism, meaning many of us were not even conscious of what was going on when it took place, and have no memory of it. How do we confirm and affirm that we as adults accept the promises made when we were infants?

10 May 2026

Honouring Mothers

The 4th Commandment directs us to “honour your father and your mother, that your days may be long upon the land which Jehovah your God is giving you.” I hope you have a chance today to do some of that honouring.

26 April 2026

The Layers of Heaven

Heaven is not just one amorphous place. It consists of countless communities of various sizes, each with its own character.

12 April 2026

Making Truth False

How can something true also be false? It seems like a contradiction but it is actually something we do all the time.

5 April 2026

Failure is an Option

No one likes to fail. We actively try to avoid failure (as we should!). But failure is also unavoidable: it is part and parcel of trying to live a better life.