‘Say to those with fearful hearts, “Be strong, do not fear”’ (Isaiah 55:4a).
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Lutherans recognised in Australia Day Honours
LCA/NZ members Chris Halbert and David Mattiske have been recognised in the Australia Day 2021 Honours List.
Take a step back
‘God sits on his throne above the circle of the earth … He stretches out the skies like a piece of cloth’ (Isaiah 40:22).
Suffering is joy
‘Do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you’ (1 Peter 4:12).
It’s upside down!
‘Looking at his disciples, he said: “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God”’ (Luke 6:20).
Rainbow moments
‘Give ear and come to me; listen, that you may live. I will make an everlasting covenant with you, my faithful love promised to David’ (Isaiah 55:3).
