Jan 2, 2026 5 min read A collection of Inspirational thoughts & some things to think about...

Volume five... 2026

New Years Message 2026

As we stand at the beginning of 2026, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each member of our community. Your dedication to growing in faith and pursuing biblical truth has been a tremendous encouragement throughout this past year...

Back to Basics: Christian Living - An Introduction to Discipleship

This is the beginning of an exciting new chapter in our "Back to Basics: Christian Living" teaching series. Over the coming weeks, we will be exploring the vital topic of Christian discipleship—what it means to truly follow Jesus Christ in today's world...

Back to Basics: Christian Living - An Introduction to Discipleship

Returning to the heart of what it means to follow Jesus Christ…

Back to Basics: Christian livingDavid Waterhouse

Back to Basics: Christian Living: The Call & Foundations of Christian Discipleship

At the heart of Christian faith lies not merely belief, but a transformative journey of discipleship. Jesus Christ did not simply call people to acknowledge Him; He invited them into a radical way of life that demands everything yet promises abundant fulfilment. Understanding the call to discipleship and its foundational principles is essential for anyone seeking to follow Christ authentically...

Back to Basics: Christian Living: Becoming & Growing as a Disciple of Christ!

The call to follow Jesus Christ is not merely an invitation to believe, but a summons to discipleship—a transformative journey that reshapes every aspect of our lives. As believers, we are called to embody the characteristics of true disciples whilst continually growing in spiritual maturity. Understanding both what defines a disciple and how we grow in that calling is essential for every Christian seeking to live faithfully for Christ...

Back to Basics: Christian Living: Living in Community & Making Disciples

Welcome to this vital section of our Back to Basics series, where we explore two foundational pillars of Christian discipleship: living in authentic Christian community and making disciples. The Christian life was never meant to be lived in isolation. From the very beginning of the Church, believers gathered together, sharing life, worship, and ministry. These intertwined callings form the heartbeat of what it means to follow Christ and are essential components of the disciple's journey...

Back to Basics: Christian Living: The Cost & Rewards of Discipleship

In our Back to Basics: Christian Living series on discipleship, we arrive at a crucial junction where we must confront both the sobering realities and glorious promises of following Christ. True discipleship demands everything, yet offers infinitely more than we could ever sacrifice...

Back to Basics: Christian Living: Completing the Journey - Living as True Disciples

The journey of Christian discipleship is not merely about accepting Christ as Saviour; it is about following Him as Lord in every aspect of our lives. As we conclude this series on Christian living, we must understand that true discipleship requires complete surrender, ongoing transformation, and faithful perseverance until we hear those precious words: "Well done, good and faithful servant" (Matthew 25:21, KJV).

Living Faith: Understanding Faith - Part One

Welcome to our five-part series on Living Faith, where we will explore one of the most vital aspects of the Christian life—faith that transforms belief into action. In a world where many claim to have faith, yet their lives remain unchanged, we must ask ourselves: what does genuine, living faith look like?

Living Faith: Strengthening Your Faith - Part Two

We live in a world that constantly challenges what we believe. One moment we're standing strong, and the next we're wondering if our faith can withstand the storm. But here's the truth: faith isn't merely an intellectual agreement with biblical doctrines. It's not just nodding your head when the preacher speaks or owning a Bible that sits untouched on your shelf. Real faith—biblical faith—is dynamic, alive, and visible in how we live...

Living Faith: When Belief Becomes Reality - Part Three

Faith without works is dead. That's not just a catchy phrase—it's a profound truth that challenges us to examine whether our Christianity is merely intellectual assent or a transformative power that shapes every aspect of our lives. James puts it bluntly: "Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone" (James 2:17, KJV). But what does living faith actually look like in the messy, complicated reality of daily life?