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The true gospel is the one that Paul preached, which is that people are saved from God's wrath by grace through faith in Jesus Christ alone, not by any human works or rituals.

All man-made gospels fall short and lead to frustration and disappointment. In contrast, the gospel of Jesus Christ is compelling, has real power, and is a gospel from God, of grace, and not man-made.

Paul urges the importance of believing in the gospel of grace and not adding anything to it. We are warned that if we follow or teach a different gospel than the one preached by the apostles, we are in danger of being under God's curse. We are not seek the approval of people, but to serve Christ alone, who gave himself for our sins and rescued us from this evil age.

James introduces the concept of layers of conversation. There are three layers of conversation: interests, values, and worldview, and that the goal is to move from the superficial to the deeper level by asking good questions and listening well, paying attention and listening. We can make a transition from one sort of conversation into another, and eventually get to a deeper level where we can talk about our worldviews and share the gospel with others.

"It's easy. We're always hanging out. Dinners, movies, barbecues. We're always going to their things. So they're happy to come to one of our things." James explains that this is a basic principle of building relationships and making friends. He further elaborates that if we want people to come into our community, we have to go to theirs. This means being good friends and good community members

Christians, look for opportunities to merge your universes and build relationships with non-Christians. Merging universes is a lifestyle change that requires sacrifice and intentionality.

Our vision is to be an ever-growing community of people who love God and one another. Our mission is to make Christlike disciples in South-East Brisbane and Beyond. We seek to do this in a culture that is authentic, intentional, welcoming, encouraging and grace-filled. All of these are based on our foundational values of being biblical, Christ-centred and loving. As we embark on a new year, we want to focus on two key areas: merging universes and evangelism.

In today's Bible reading from Ephesians 2:11-18, the congregation gathered with a prayer for unity and peace led by James Snare. James acknowledged the turmoil and division in the world and sought God's peace to prevail. The passage emphasized the idea that through Christ, different groups could be reconciled and united. The sermon then transitioned to a discussion about Australia Day and the ongoing debate surrounding it. James Snare acknowledged the complexity of the issue, recognizing the differing perspectives and debates surrounding the date's significance. The congregation was encouraged to engage in theological reflection on how Christians could navigate these complex cultural and political issues.

This passage from Exodus recounts a pivotal moment in biblical history and provides a mirror for our spiritual journey. It prompts us to ask ourselves how we seek and perceive God’s presence amid our challenges. The post further explores how Moses' experience on Mount Sinai serves as a paradigm for our personal quest for divine wisdom and understanding.

We delve into the story of Elisha and the Chariots of Fire, uncovering deep insights about faith, courage, and the unseen spiritual forces guiding us.

Lord's Will. In today's reading from James 4:13-17, believers are urged to approach the future with humility before God. While planning is not condemned, arrogance in assuming control of the future is deemed evil. Instead, believers are encouraged to say, "if it is the Lord's will." The focus is on making Godly goals—plans made with a humble recognition of God's sovereignty. As we approach 2024, the passage reminds us to consider God in our plans and trust His guidance.