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1 Kings 19:9, 11-13
The terrifying forces of nature do not deter Elijah from waiting patiently for God. When he hears the sound of a gentle breeze he knows that God is near.
Romans 9: 1-5
Christ is physically descended from the people of Israel. He is the fulfilment of the privileges granted to them by God throughout their history.
Matthew 14: 22-33
Peter and the disciples, in a boat far out at sea and fighting against the storm, represent the Church. By walking across the water and saving them, Jesus reveals that he is the Lord of creation and that he is never apart from us, even if we cannot see him with our physical eyes.
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Isaiah 55: 1-3
Isaiah tells us of the wonders of the generosity of God, and invites us to seek God rather than set our hearts on material wealth.
Romans 8: 35: 37-39
Paul reminds us that our own fears and anxieties cannot keep us from the love of Christ. We can always trust in love.
Matthew 14: 13-21
Jesus feeds the five thousand with a little bread and some fish; there is even food left over once everyone has shared what they have.
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1 Kings 3:5. 7-12
When the Lord asks Solomon what he wants, he asks for a wise, understanding and discerning mind to govern the people. Pleased by this, God promises to grant Solomon’s request.
Romans 8: 28-30
God the Father has called us to share in his glory, intending the Son to be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters.
Matthew 13: 44-52
A series of parables in which Jesus compares the kingdom of heaven to treasure in a field, a fine pearl and a dragnet.
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Wisdom 12:13. 16-19
God the all-powerful is not threatened by evil, and so God can be patient and give us time to repent.
Romans 8: 26-27
The Spirit who lives in our hearts makes our deepest longings known to God.
Matthew 13: 24-43
God is at work, preparing us for the Kingdom, transforming our lives from within.
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Isaiah 55: 10-11
When God intends a purpose, it unfailingly comes about.
Romans 8: 18-23
The whole of creation longs for transformation into the glorious freedom of God’s purpose.
Matthew 13: 1-23
The parable of the sower shows that those who co-operate with God’s purpose help to bring about a rich harvest, the kingdom of God itself.