The angel said, "Fear not: for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people." Luke 2 : 10
"Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light."
Matthew 11 : 28 - 30
The last day or night of the year always brings on reflective or nostalgic feelings. It is a time of recalling the things that happened in the last 12 months, and reflecting on how God has enabled us to cope with the journey through the year. As we look back, we are urged to give thanks to the Lord our God … and to give thanks with a grateful heart. Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XV : 53”
God’s Word repeatedly tells us that if men seek God, they will find Him. Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XV : 52”
We often prepare ourselves for very special occasions, especially the birth of a new baby. But sometimes, even the birth of a baby comes unexpectedly. I remember the birth of our first grandchild eight Novembers ago. Priscilla was not even due yet; in fact there were 8 more weeks before the baby would arrive. However, the little boy was so determined to be born. Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XV : 51”
Who looks forward to the Christmas season? The children, of course! They look forward to the presents that they would receive from their parents, other family members and friends. Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XV : 50”
It is that time of year when almost every household goes for the end-of-the year holiday, as well as prepare for the Christmas celebration. It is the time of the year when we remember the birth of Jesus Christ. But, have you ever wondered that before Christ’s birth, there was the birth of another baby. That was the birth of His cousin, John (the Baptist, as he was later known as). Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XV : 49”
Jesus’ final words, prior to His Ascension to Heaven, commanded His disciples to “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature,” (Mk 16:20). Our Saviour’s entire concern is for the salvation of the world that He created. Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XV : 48”
In the middle of last week, 61.6% of Australians took a decisive step towards legislating same-sex marriage. By Christmas, the Australian Parliament, with their Prime Minister leading, will consider the same-sex marriage Bill promising marriage equality for lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transgenders (LGBT). Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XV : 47”
Grace comes from “charis” (in Greek) and its verb form “chairo” means to rejoice. In English it is translated as “charity.” Beggars need “charity” even as sinners need grace, for we are all spiritual paupers outside of Christ, but “God gives where he finds empty hands,” said Augustine. Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XV : 46”
Music is a powerful gift to the church. Martin Luther recognized the importance of this powerful gift and it is clear from his writings that he had a deep concern for it. Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XV : 45”
Ministry to Match the Message of the Gospel by Chase R. Kuhn
When thinking of the sixteenth-century, most will think of the great theological truths that emerged. Rightly so! But we can easily overlook the circumstances that demanded reform: corrupt ministry. Corrections to the ministry were not just implications of the retrieval of good doctrine, but corrupt ministry was the driving force behind the Reformation. Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XV : 44”