This morning we sang Reginald Heber’s lyrics ‘Holy, Holy, Holy’. Great trinitarian affirmation that invokes the vision of God from Isaiah 6. Hard to think of an opening song that is more God focussed, yet which anchors this praise in the objective thoughts of God’s person, as revealed in Scripture, and God’s works as beheld …
An interesting insight into a detail commonly associated with the Christmas narrative, quoted at Koinonia. We are accustom[ed] to Christmas plays and TV specials which feature Joseph and Mary being told “there is no room at the inn” by a burly looking innkeeper who seems insensitive to their situation. As the birth of Jesus comes …
The December/January edition of the New South Wales Presbyterian Church’s Pulse magazine pdf edition is available on their website. Along with lots of articles there’s a piece from David Jones, current moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Australia about challenges confronting our church across Australia. Our Vital Opportunity BY RT REV DAVID JONES | MODERATOR …
I love singing Christmas songs. Greg Brewton has the following suggestions to take into account when selecting Christmas songs for use in Church services. 1. Avoid songs that over sentimentalize the season such as songs that focus on the “most wonderful time of the year.” Are we in love with the season or with Christ? …
