by Simon Ford | Dec 2, 2024 | Blog post, Going deeper from Sunday talk, Reflections
In a world that often feels shrouded in darkness, where fears and uncertainties loom large, we find ourselves yearning for a glimmer of hope. The challenges we face today – from global conflicts and climate change to personal struggles with mental health and financial...
by Simon Ford | Dec 2, 2024 | Devotional, Going deeper from Sunday talk, Reflections
Day 1: The Light of HopeReading: Isaiah 9:1-7Devotional: In a world often shrouded in darkness, Isaiah’s prophecy shines as a beacon of hope. Just as the people of Judah awaited their Messiah, we too live in times of uncertainty and fear. Yet, the promise...
by Simon Ford | Dec 2, 2024 | Discussion Questions, Going deeper from Sunday talk, Reflections
How do the four names given to Jesus in Isaiah 9:6 (Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace) resonate with your personal understanding and experience of Christ? In what ways do you see the world today needing hope, and how might Jesus as...
by Simon Ford | Nov 25, 2024 | Blog post, Going deeper from Sunday talk, Reflections
In a world that often equates blessings with material wealth and earthly success, we are invited to consider a radically different perspective on what it means to be truly blessed. The Beatitudes, a series of profound statements attributed to Jesus, offer us a...
by Simon Ford | Nov 25, 2024 | Discussion Questions, Going deeper from Sunday talk, Reflections
How does the concept of being ‘spiritually bankrupt’ challenge our understanding of self-sufficiency and reliance on God? In what ways might the Beatitudes be considered ‘strange’ blessings, and how does this affect our view of what it means to...
