FAB Insights

God loves you, because God loves you, because God loves you, and God remembers your sins no more. You are truly free. https://fab.church/insights/how-does-god-really-see-us/

If you are trying to follow Jesus and you are being told you are a ‘sinner’ and you are being made to feel guilty or condemned — possibly by a Christian leader or church doctrine — then you are being told to focus on a gap that is no longer there. https://fab.church/insights/how-do-we-reach-perfection/

I hope and pray with all my heart that the sparks of discrimination we see today do not become flames that become a raging inferno that engulfs and destroys nations. https://fab.church/insights/should-we-ignore-the-sparks-of-discrimination/

God’s grace is enough, in fact it is more than enough. It is superabundant and it is for you and for all. https://fab.church/insights/how-does-god-mediate-grace-to-us/

The story of Jesus’ presentation at the temple, was the equivalent of pushing the button at a pedestrian crossing. Simeon and Anna heralded the countdown that would stop the traffic as they waited for Jesus to grow up and begin his salvific ministry to Israel and to the world. https://fab.church/insights/what-happens-when-god-is-merciful/

We must never stop loving and showing mercy when we encounter injustice and oppression. https://fab.church/insights/how-can-we-be-brave/

May you be filled with the Holy Spirit, may your life be supercharged, and may you be a blessing to your family, to the church, and to the world. https://fab.church/insights/how-do-we-use-spiritual-gifts/

The way of Christ is a way of the poor, the marginalised, the hurting and the broken. It is the way of the common and the ordinary, and a humble and lowly path. https://fab.church/insights/what-is-going-on-at-jesus-baptism/

The whole gospel of John itself is the prologue to a much bigger story — one being written by ourselves in the world. https://fab.church/insights/the-word-became-flesh/

The reason why God chose to become incarnate was about time, place, context, and before it became too late for humanity. https://fab.church/insights/why-was-christ-born-2000-years-ago/

We all need an Elizabeth in our lives, and Like Mary, may you know God’s blessing upon you, may you be honoured, and may you know the love, peace, and joy of Christ. https://fab.church/insights/what-can-we-learn-from-elizabeth/

John explains to those coming for baptism what they need to 'do' and it's not rocket science. https://fab.church/insights/what-then-should-we-do/

All of us bear scars that others cannot see, but the process of healing can take place within a loving and accepting community of God’s people. https://fab.church/insights/what-does-it-mean-to-be-an-overcomer/

1 Corinthians 3:1-9 Ephesians 2:8-10 When God seems silent or absent and you continually face the brokenness and barrenness of your own landscapes, may the poppy of faith once again flower in your heart. https://fab.church/insights/how-can-i-have-faith/

Some Christians believe in a literal six-day creation. Should the account in Genesis be treated like a modern scientific account or is there another way? https://fab.church/insights/do-science-and-religion-agree/

The message of Mark 13 is a way of saying God understands, is with us, and everything will be okay. Today, if you are struggling or suffering, then read Mark 13, because it is for you. https://fab.church/insights/how-is-mark-13-a-message-to-humanity/

Mark 1.14–20 We must put our trust in God and lean deeper into Jesus, and like Simon, Andrew, James, and John, recognise who Jesus is, be ready to drop everything, and follow. https://fab.church/insights/how-do-we-grasp-who-jesus-is/

If you are struggling to know what to do in any given situation, and are concerned with doing the ‘right’ thing, then simply go back to the two greatest commandments, for no religious, political, or social law can ever override them.

This article is a re-working of an article written by Walter Brueggemann, one of the world’s most renowned biblical scholars with some additional content from Rev Gav.

Mark 10.46–52 Whether we need to be seen or enable others to be seen, the invitation from Jesus is for us and for everyone. https://fab.church/insights/what-does-it-mean-to-be-seen/

Mark 10.35–45 We must be ambitious to serve and to love, and to be Jesus to all we meet. If we make love our focus and our goal then truly, we shall be great. https://fab.church/insights/how-can-i-be-the-greatest/

Hebrews 4.12–16 When we mess up and make mistakes, we fear punishment or rejection, but God will never turn us away and will never reject us. You can read the transcript here: https://fab.church/insights/how-do-i-receive-gods-mercy/

Mark 10.2–16 There is an important ‘Godly’ principal found in the book of James — ‘Mercy triumphs over Judgment’ — which is vital for us to embrace as we navigate our contemporary lives. Read the transcript here: https://fab.church/insights/how-does-mercy-trump-judgment/ https://fab.church/insights/how-does-mercy-trump-judgment/

John 1.43-51 The story of Nathanael is hugely symbolic but is also an important part of John’s invitation for us to meet Jesus. You can read the transcript here: https://fab.church/insights/who-was-nathanael/

James 3:13 – 4:8 James, drawing on ancient Hebrew metaphor, encourages us to stop looking towards earthly wisdom, but to the Holy Spirit that dwells within us. You can read the transcript here: https://fab.church/insights/what-does-it-mean-to-be-wise/ https://fab.church/insights/what-does-it-mean-to-be-wise/