Reformation 500 500 years ago, on 31st October, 1517, Martin Luther nailed 95 theses to the door of a church in Wittenberg, kick-starting the Reformation. How should we view those events and their consequences today? Irrelevance? Unfortunate misunderstanding? Or the rediscovery of truths so precious they must never be forgotten?
Reformation 500 500 years ago, on 31st October, 1517, Martin Luther nailed 95 theses to the door of a church in Wittenberg, kick-starting the Reformation. How should we view those events and their consequences today? Irrelevance? Unfortunate misunderstanding? Or the rediscovery of truths so precious they must never be forgotten?
Psalm 2 Liberal democracy seems to be in crisis. Authoritarian states are increasingly powerful. Right-wing nationalism is in full swing. Global conflict seems increasingly likely. Where is the world heading? We know because God has revealed it in Psalm 2. And if we are wise, we will get on the right side of history.
Ecclesiastes 11:7-12:14Life is fleeting, but it is also a good gift from God for us to enjoy in dependence on him. So carpe diem and make the most of it! Does that sound to you unspiritual?!
Ecclesiastes 7:1-14Someone once said that “In the cellar of affliction you can find God’s choicest wines”. Even the prospect of death can be a great learning opportunity.
Ecclesiastes 3:1-15Many of us are stressed-out control-freaks obsessed with being productive. But so often life does not go as we planned. Recognising that things are under God’s control and not ours can enable frustration to lead to worship.
Ecclesiastes 1:12-2:26Life can often feel like building sandcastles on the beach, only to see them washed away. But if the child has spent the day doing it with their father it’s not a wasted day. It’s the same with us and God.
Psalm 1 Most people want to be happy. But where can we find true happiness? And is if even what we should be pursuing? Which is better, happiness or blessing?
1 Thessalonians 1:9-10What are you living for? For some it’s football, for others success or money or work, or the approval of others or status. What should be in that centre circle of our lives?
Gavin Peacock scored over 100 goals for the likes of Chelsea, Newcastle and QPR. He worked as a Match of the Day pundit before training to become pastor of a church in Canada. Listen in this interview and talk as he shares how he came to faith and the difference it’s made.