Isaiah 52:13-53:12
Continuing the theme of holding on to hope looking at the Old Testament prophecy regarding the Suffering Servant which found fulfilment in Jesus.
Peace in the Midst of Chaos
Isaiah 9:2-7 John 1:1-14, 3:16-19
Jim finishes our Advent series with a short reflection on Peace in the midst of chaos.
Advent: Christmas, We're Not There Yet
Isaiah 9: 1-7
Advent is often overlooked, but when we skip the "not yet" time before Christmas, we rob ourselves of really meeting God in life's dark times.
Despising the Shame...
Isaiah 53
Most Christians believe that Jesus "died to take away our sins". Many believe that sickness was also defeated at the Cross. Yet in addition, we frequently sing words like "You took all my guilt AND SHAME, When you died and rose again". Do we really believe it? If we did, it might revolutionise the way we view our place in Christ, and in the world.
Isaiah 35: Exile and Return
Isaiah 35:1-10
The return of the exiles is a major Bible narrative; not just in the history of Israel but in every human heart. God's promise and our response lead to a "highway" back to God.