The conversation turns to the various ways that people are understanding Jesus - as a prophet, a good teacher, etc. Then it gets to the pointy end - 'Who do you say I am?' While Peter is the mouthpiece, what do the rest of the party think? And what does this confession mean? Matthew 16:13-20...
Following hot on the heals of Peter's confession, Jesus rebukes him in the strongest possible terms. What is at stake here and what can we learn about the path of Jesus? Are there times when we must confront our own stumbling blocks? Matthew 16:21-28 Preacher: Chris Leech
Jesus tells a powerful story about forgiveness. How do we allow it to shape our behaviour both individually and collectively? Matthew 18:21-35. Chris Leech
Curious about Jesus but haven't always felt at home in church? At Grace Notes, you are welcome exactly as you are. If you are looking for: * Open, thoughtful and relaxed worship * A space where people of all ages, cultures, abilities, sexual and gender identities are celebrated and embraced * A safe place to...
The story this week is full of greed and violence. What do we do with such a dark tale? Matthew 20:1-16
A family is in conflict with two sons making different choices about whether to help their dad. Which kid is us? Matthew 21:23-32. Chris Leech
Curious about Jesus but haven't always felt at home in church? At Grace Notes, you are welcome exactly as you are. If you are looking for: * Open, thoughtful and relaxed worship * A space where people of all ages, cultures, abilities, sexual and gender identities are celebrated and embraced * A safe place to...
All Good Gifts I Jesus tells a rebellion story set on a well-appointed rural property. How might this tale fit with our contemporary suburban life? Matthew 21:33-46 Chris Leech
All Good Gifts II The kingdom of God is like a wedding banquet, complete with rejected invitations and ungrateful attendees. What does this teach about gratitude and welcome? Matthew 22:1-14. Chris Leech
Curious about Jesus but haven't always felt at home in church? At Grace Notes, you are welcome exactly as you are. If you are looking for: * Open, thoughtful and relaxed worship * A space where people of all ages, cultures, abilities, sexual and gender identities are celebrated and embraced * A safe place to...
All Good Gifts III Taxes are contentious in every age, including in New Testament times. How does Jesus respond to the challenge and how might we learn from it about our own practice? Matthew 22:15-22 Trevor Corkin
All Good Gifts IV How do you summarise all the rules and regulations of the Torah? And why was this such a powerful answer? How might it shape our economic relationships? Matthew 22:34-46. Chris Leech
