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.

Zechariah 9: 9-10
The prophet foresees the peace that the humility and power of the Messiah will bring. 

Romans 8:9. 11-13
Paul reminds his hearers that the gift of the Holy Spirit is the means by which we are made Christ like, especially with regard to our physical resurrection. 

Matthew 11: 25-30
Jesus praises the Father for his loving revelation of the blessed Trinity, revealed to those who are humble enough to accept this saving truth.

Acts 12: 1-11
In response to the unremitting prayer of the people, Peter is miraculously rescued from prison. 

2 Timothy 4: 6-8. 17-18
Paul is being poured out in sacrifice; he has finished the race and awaits the crown. 

Matthew 16: 13-19
Peter recognises Jesus as Son of the living God and Jesus addresses Peter as the rock on which the Church is built. 

 Jeremiah 20: 10-13
Jeremiah tries to keep the people faithful to God amidst an atmosphere of political intrigue and backstabbing. 

Romans 5: 12-15
Paul describes Jesus as a new Adam, founder of a new humanity. Where the first Adam brought sin and death into the world, the second Adam brings grace and life. 

Matthew 10: 26-33
True discipleship means speaking our fearlessly about Jesus and kingdom values.  Ultimately, the truth will be made known.

Exodus 19: 2-6
The Lord makes Israel his very own people, a concentrated nation.

Romans 5: 6-11
Christ has reconciled and saved us through his death.

Matthew 9: 36-10.8
Jesus sends out his disciples to labour in his harvest.