Many of us will do anything to avoid conflict. But conflict is normal in relationships and is sometimes necessary if we're going to love well. So how do you handle conflict so it restores connection and trust instead of damaging it?
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We’re all dismayed by this week’s developments in Ukraine and wonder what we can do to help. But the main way we can respond right now is to pray. We often dismiss prayer in situations like this and wonder if there’s something more practical we can do. But praying is doing something. In fact, it’s the most important thing.
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Jesus commanded us to prioritise making amends when we’ve made a mistake, but saying sorry can be difficult for many of us, and few know how to apologise well. What does it look like to seek reconciliation when we've made a mistake?
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Sometimes forgiveness doesn’t seem to work. You’ve tried to forgive someone and yet you’re still fuming inside. Why is that? As kids, many of us have learned a pattern of forgiveness that is largely ineffective, so it’s important to understand what forgiveness is, what it isn’t, and what practical steps are needed to “forgive from the heart”.
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The Bible instructs us to forgive those who have sinned against us. But that’s not easy — when we’re wronged, our natural tendency is to want vengeance. Why is it so important for us to forgive?
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Jesus said His followers would be known by the love we have for one another. But sometimes loving the church isn't easy. How do we learn to love those we go to church with despite our many differences?
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Jesus said that love is the distinguishing mark of His followers — not the kind of love that’s based on our feelings, but the unconditional, sacrificial love of God that chooses to act loving even if we don’t feel loving.
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When the storms of life come, we typically respond with anxiety, anger, or escape. But is there a better way? Todd looks at Jesus’ teaching on thriving in the storm.
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Life is full of distractions. We always have multiple things vying for our attention and priorities. However, the story of Martha shows us that Jesus invites us to do the best thing of all - to simply be with Him.
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It's the New Year, which provides us with a very rare natural window to be able to slow down and take stock of what is going on in our lives. But this isn't something that always comes naturally to us. Ian takes us through a few simple steps to help us meet with God, process 2021, and embrace what God has for us in 2022.
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Christmas is a busy and eventful time of year. It can be so easy to let ourselves get distracted from the real meaning of Christmas. Join us as we take some time to pause and reflect on what the holiday season is really all about.
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Jesus was born in an unlikely place. Not a significant place or strategic place, unlike what many would have expected. So why did God go to such great lengths to ensure that Jesus was born in Bethlehem? Ian explores how God uses seemingly insignificant things to fulfill His purposes.
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