Entries by Jodie McNeill

Jesus Brings Protection

When we first were locked down in March 2020, it seemed right for our church to spend some time in sermons that looked at the comforting word of God in the book of Revelation. Now in the current era in the Covid-19 pandemic, there are new fears amongst us, as we consider what life will […]

Don’t Waste The Lockdown

As our Premier unveils the roadmap to freedom from lockdown, we now live in hope that it won’t be long before we can gather again in-person for church and other aspects of life. As we race towards 70% and 80% double-vaccination targets, it’s tempting to wish away these troubling times, treating these days as if […]

Gentle and Lowly

It’s always a courageous move to review a book that you haven’t yet finished, but with that caveat, I’d love to encourage you to read with me the latest book of the month, ‘Gentle and Lowly’, by Dane Ortlund. I’ve been reading a chapter most mornings before I get out of bed, and I’ve been […]

Forgive and forget?

The terrorist attack in Afghanistan at Kabul Airport were a brazen show of aggression by ISIS that has claimed many lives, including at least 12 soldiers from the United States. After the attack, President Biden said, “To those who carried out this attack, as well as anyone who wishes America harm, know this: we will […]

Disaster and Disappointment

It is difficult to appreciate how hard it must be to have served in the defence forces in Afghanistan, or to be in their family, only to see the tragic fall to the Taliban this week. Our soldiers sought to protect and defend a nation from a group of people who claim inspiration from the […]