The freedom of grace

As in the days if Noah For as the days of Noah were, So will be the coming of the Son of Man. Matthew 24:37   Read Genesis 6:11—19 The exhaustiveness of God’s judgement on rebel humanity in the story of Noah has always, if furtively, struck me as a little ruthless. Not a soul…

The freedom of grace

Beyond my expectation Speak to me by name, O Master, Let me know it is to me. Frances Ridley Havergal   Read Matthew 19:27—30 I know a little of Peter’s back story. He took a first step that now looks as though it’s becoming a life decision for him and a world decision for us.…

The freedom of grace

The preface to my life I said, ‘I will confess my transgressions to the Lord.’ And you forgave the guilt of my sin. Psalm 32:5   Read Genesis 3:1—8 When the sin, the shame and the scandal of public figures are exposed they disarmingly admit to ‘an error of judgement’. I very easily identify with…

The freedom of grace

A new created friendship How precious is your steadfast love, O God! All people may take refuge in the shadow of your wings. Psalm 36:7   Read Matthew 9:9—13 A single day can bring me into contact with a lot of people. Very varied people. Those I naturally gravitate towards. Those I barely bring myself…