Jul2021
It’s raining manna
by Verena Johnson
He rained down manna for the people to eat, and he gave them the grain of heaven (Psalm 78:24).
Jul2021
Fish Friday
by Verena Johnson
When my life was ebbing away, I remembered you, Lord, and my prayer rose to you, to your holy temple (Jonah 2:7).
Jul2021
A surprising love story
by Verena Johnson
So the king gave the order, and they brought Daniel and threw him into the lions’ den. The king said to Daniel, ‘May your God, whom you serve continually, rescue you!’ (Daniel 6:16)
Jul2021
Child Safety Standards update
by Mary-Ann Carver
The draft LCA Child Safety Standards for Congregations were released for targeted consultations in May. Results will be analysed and submitted to the General Church Board GCB) for consideration in October. Pending GCB approval, implementation of the standards is expected to commence in early 2022.
Jul2021
Even if he does not
by Verena Johnson
But even if he does not, we want you to know, Your Majesty, that we will not serve your gods or worship the image of gold you have set up (Daniel 3:18).
Jul2021
Blessed by mission connections
Supporting LCANZ members serving in mission overseas is easier than ever, with LCA International Mission offering opportunities to connect with them via internet conferencing.
Jul2021
Banishing bitterness
by Verena Johnson
May the Lord repay you for what you have done. May you be richly rewarded by the Lord, the God of Israel, under whose wings you have come to take refuge (Ruth 2:12b).
Jul2021
Direct access
by Verena Johnson
‘Let us not hear the voice of the Lord our God nor see this great fire anymore, or we will die’ (Deuteronomy 18:16b).
Jul2021
Little is much
by Verena Johnson
Here is a small boy with five small barley loaves and two fish, but how far will they go among so many? (John 6:9)
Jul2021
How great is our God!
by Pastor Glenn Crouch
The Lord is trustworthy in all he promises and faithful in all he does (Psalm 145:13b).