Well. Thank you to Jess for a really engaging reflection on the story of Ruth! She laid down a bit of a challenge for us this week, so this devo will explore some of that… Young and Spirited (part 2) “Ruth” Devotional Notes If alone, begin with a short prayer for God to speak to you and then sit and… Read more →
Ethical Fashion Guide
Hey dudes and dudesses, Last week a small group of peeps from the Living Room gathered to watch this movie called “the True Cost”. It’s a movie about the fashion industry and some of the horrors that go on behind the scenes globally. If you get a chance you should watch it! The fashion industry, like most other industries, isn’t… Read more →
Devotion: 11.10.15 David
Guten Tag! Here is a devotion for our new series ‘Young and Spirited’. But first, this: The series is a bit of a random selection of 6 young adults in scripture: David, Ruth, Timothy, Esther, Daniel, and John. We’re going to be reflecting on their stories — not setting them up as idols or heroes but as real people, like… Read more →
Devotion: 27.9.15 Living in Exile
Everyone! Hope you’re well. Here is this week’s devotion: Stranger in a Strange Land series (part 7) “Living in Exile” Devotional notes Readings to reflect on throughout the week: Jeremiah 29:1-9 Titus 3:1-7 John 1:14-18 Next week’s readings: Jeremiah 46:27-28 Romans 7:14-25 Mark 6:53-56 Personal/group study: Settle yourself in prayer. If alone, you may like to try just sitting in… Read more →
Devotion: 20.9.15 Investing in “Real” Estate
‘Twas good to hear from Spanky last Sunday. He confronted us with the question, how is the good news actually good FOR YOU? He highlighted three things that young people tend to grapple with today: Emotional insecurity Loneliness Numbness I wonder, which of these, if any, speak to you? And does the gospel provide hope in response? It’s this we’ll… Read more →
What’s God been doing in your life lately?
I’ve recently said “yes” to On This Day reminders from Facebook. It’s kind of cool. There’s a sweet nostalgia to knowing about what I’ve posted or the conversations (albeit one-sided) that I’ve had with friends who are now mostly acquaintances. Thanks for reminding me that I’m sometimes a crap friend, Facebook. Thanks to Facebook, I now know that approximately four… Read more →
Intercession: Southwest Christchurch
Hi all! Continuing our series on Jeremiah, this week we turn to chapter 32. Jeremiah goes out to buy a piece of land. Exciting. But actually, it’s a really strange thing to do because the land of Judah is on the verge of being overrun by the Babylonian Empire. Any bought land won’t be worth much then! However, Jeremiah loves… Read more →
Devotion: 13.9.15 Dealing with Mockery
Hi. I wonder, is mockery for your faith something totally foreign to you? Or is it something that hits a little close to home? Abi was provocative in her thoughts on dealing with mockery and persecution. Thanks Abi! For the devotion this week, let’s spend time taking what she said and discerning what that means in our personal lives. Stranger… Read more →
Communion or Confusion? Reflecting on the Lord’s Supper
Roommates! Every second Sunday of the month we celebrate Communion at the Living Room. But have you ever been confused by what Communion is, or why we do it? If so, join the club. You are officially joining millions of Christians around the world… the Communion meal is first and foremost a mystery (that’s what “sacrament” means!). It’s a mystery… Read more →
Intercession: Persecuted People
Hello! I’m sure you’ve been very aware of the global refugee crisis caused largely by the conflict in Syria. Working through Jeremiah, I have been struck by how Jeremiah provides language to help give voice to this scandal. Jeremiah is hardly a light read…but justifiably so. We need strong words to help us grapple with this stuff. This Sunday we’ll… Read more →