 Children's Talks: We concentrated Jesus appearing to his disciples after his resurrection from the dead. After a night's fishing they had caught nothing. One command from Jesus and they catch over 100 fish: they see his glory and power. They also see his great compassion as Jesus restores Peter, the disciple who had denied him. To read this follow this link: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+21&version=ESVUK  Morning Service [Acts chapter 10]: The Lord tells Peter in a vision that when it comes to telling others the Good News about Jesus there must be no discrimination. Peter need to grasp this as he will soon tell Cornelius, a Roman centurion, the Gospel. To read this follow this link: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=acts+10%3A1-23&version=ESVUK  Evening Service [Exodus chapter 19]: 3 months after rescuing the Israelites from slavery God enters into a covenant with them. He will be their king & God, they will be his people. God gives the terms of the covenant on Mount Sinai. He shows his glory dramatically in cloud, thunder and fire: he is to be worshipped with great respect and honour. To read Exodus 19 follow this link: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=exodus+19&version=ESVUK You will find mp3 recordings of some of our sermons on this link:
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 Once again, spent a very pleasant morning in Maescanner. It was lovely to see a new face joining us. As usual good conversation, plenty of tea & coffee and top quality homemade cakes.
There's a warm welcome for anyone who wishes to join us.  Children's Talk: Using a mobile phone we made the following points about prayer: 1. You can pray anywhere 2. God is never out and never switches on voicemail 3. You need the right "number" to connect: the Name of Jesus  Morning Service: Acts 9: 31-43. God is preparing the way for Peter, the disciple, to tell the Good News about Jesus to a Roman soldier. Many come believe as Peter does two miracles. He then stays with Simon the tanner - showing that the Gospel is more important than religious tradition. To read this click on this link: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=acts+9%3A31-43&version=ESVUK To listen to some of our sermons follow this link and select from the list: https://onedrive.live.com/#cid=5D34FF647CBB84B9&id=5D34FF647CBB84B9%212194  Evening service - Exodus 17: The Lord commands the Israelites to go to Rephidim. This is desrt region - they get thirsty and are attacked by nomadic warriors [the Amalekites]. Through the Lord God demonstrates that he is more than capable to meet their needs: he causes water to gush from a rock and the Amalekites are overwhelmed.
To read Exodus 17 follow this link: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=exodus+17&version=ESVUK Two visiting preacher today. It was great to be in Maescanner  Children's Talk: A week after the first Easter Sunday Thomas, the disciple who doubted, finally believes that Jesus has risen from the dead. Jesus Christ says to him, Blessed are you because you see and believe. Blessed are those who do not see yet believe.  Morning Service [Preacher, Dr David Powell]: On the evening of the first Easter two of Jesus disciples are walking from Jerusalem. They are dejected and shattered - Jesus was dead. He joins them as they walk but they don't recognise him. He explains that the Messiah had to suffer and their hearts are warmed. They recognise him as he gives thanks before they eat supper. To read this follow this link: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke+24%3A+13-35&version=ESVUK  Evening Service: John Williams told us about Jesus Christ sending his disciples into the storm. He reaches them by walking on water. He calms the storm. They worship him and confess him to be the Son of God.  Morning Service: Jesus Christ predicted the first Easter: the Son of Man must suffer many things and be rejected by the elders and the chief priests and the scribes and be killed, and after three days rise again. This is God's plan! Read this in Mark' Gospel, follow this link: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=mark+8%3A27-38&version=ESVUK  Evening Service: Exploring Easter and thanking God for it. Some of the children took part, admirably, along with other members of the congregation. We sang many Easter hymns, listened to Bible readings looked at Easter and the significance of the key events of Easter week. 1. Palm Sunday - Jesus declares himself to be God's King. 2. The Garden of Gethsemane - the way of suffering is the only way for Jesus to complete his work. 3. The cross: "It is finished" - the work of reconciling God and us is complete. 4. Easter Sunday: Victory - Christ is risen form the dead. Easter is hope. the certainty that God blesses all who trust Jesus Christ. Yes, Easter Sunday 2015 was memorable!  Aron Treharne [minster of Penuel Chapel, Carmarthen], was our guest preacher. He reminded us of the extreme lengths Jesus went to to be our Saviour. Christ died showing the extent of God's love in restoring sinners. Both services were a blessing and help to many present.  Nice relaxed morning once again. Plenty of discussion between various people. As always there's a warm welcome for anyone, wishing to join us. Bible Study Group: We met this morning and thought about "Communion". We looked at Jesus' words, just before being arrested: Jesus took bread, and after blessing it broke it and gave it to the disciples, and said, “Take, eat; this is my body.” 27 And he took a cup, and when he had given thanks he gave it to them, saying, “Drink of it, all of you, 28 for this is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins and 1 Corinthians chapter 11. Communion is a great opportunity for those who trust Jesus Christ to stop, think about and give thanks for Jesus' crucifixion. |
