by Simon Ford | Jul 21, 2025 | CBC Reflections, CBC Sunday - What Next, Devotional
Day 1: Treasures in HeavenReading: Matthew 6:19-21 Devotional: Jesus teaches us to store up treasures in heaven rather than on earth. This isn’t about literal wealth, but about where we place our ultimate value and hope. What do you treasure most? Is it...
by Simon Ford | Jul 15, 2025 | Blog post, CBC Reflections, CBC Sunday - What Next
In our modern world of instant gratification and endless food options, the ancient spiritual practice of fasting seems almost counterintuitive. Yet, this powerful discipline has been a cornerstone of faith for millennia, offering believers a unique way to connect with...
by Simon Ford | Jul 15, 2025 | CBC Reflections, CBC Sunday - What Next, Discussion Questions
How might our understanding of spiritual disciplines like fasting change if we viewed them as ways to ‘feast’ on God’s presence rather than simply denying ourselves? In what ways could fasting be seen as a counter-cultural practice in our...
by Simon Ford | Jul 15, 2025 | CBC Reflections, CBC Sunday - What Next, Devotional
Day 1: The Secret of True GivingReading: Matthew 6:1-4Devotional: Jesus teaches us about the importance of giving in secret, not for the praise of others but for the reward from our Heavenly Father. As you reflect on this passage, consider your own motivations for...
by Simon Ford | Jul 12, 2025 | Teliu Baptist
Jason reflection. And so the kids camp came to an end this afternoon. Where has God been visible? Other local churches and members coming together to cook meals, giving water, giving time for the project is a picture of the church moving as one even if not perfectly...