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From truth to Ruth. A new series as we head into June and July opening up the Old Testament book of Ruth … and what a story we have in store. Tragedy. Loyalty. Betrayal. Romance. It’s all there. In week … Continue reading →

And so Elisha has – quite literally – picked up Elijah’s mantle. But does he share the prophetic powers of his predecessor? All will be revealed as we conclude our series on truth with a story that unites kings, captains, … Continue reading →

As we draw closer to the end of the Elijah story, this week we explore his relationship with Elisha and the junior prophet’s persistence. Who do we look up to? What place do role models have in our lives? And … Continue reading →

Erm, well there’s a murderous wife, a husband that turns a blind eye, a vengeful God, and plenty of greed to grapple with … and it all happened in Naboth’s vineyard … but what does that mean for us? Come … Continue reading →

And so after the drought, the rains return. But all is not well with Elijah. This Sunday we explore how even a great hero can have some dark days. How did he cope? To whom do we turn when things … Continue reading →

On Saturday Inspire Church is holding a community fun-day with a serious side. There will be lots of entertainment with craft activities for kids, face painting, music and free refreshments and of course our popular community café. But it’s all … Continue reading →

This Sunday we begin a new series exploring TRUTH – what is truth? Is there a difference between ‘truth’ and ‘the truth’? Is it something personal or something we share? How does truth affect our day to day lives? As … Continue reading →

And so we reach the final Sunday of our series exploring the characters Jesus met in John’s gospel and we meet our third Mary: Mary Magdalene. She comes with something of a reputation – there’s even a new film about … Continue reading →

There is a dramatic scene at the end of John’s gospel where Simon Peter and another disciple (most probably John) hear news that the tomb in which Jesus was laid had been opened. The two of them sprint to find … Continue reading →

It’s Palm Sunday. But aside from the waving of palm branches and singing hosannah, Jesus is put on trial. This Sunday we explore that trial scene and the character of Pilate, the Roman official who pronounces: Here is your king! … Continue reading →