Church Life

Church Life

The Church is not perfect, but it is beautiful

Growing up in a small church, I served in almost every ministry available and I loved it. I savoured every moment of service and fellowship … until I began to ask more questions, frustrated...

Mental Health

A cell leader’s first encounter with the blues

“I have clinical depression as well as a history of self-harm. Are you sure the cell group will accept me?” I was momentarily speechless as I looked at Rachel, who was sitting across me at the...

Faith

What if each cell group was a house church?

I’ve been asking questions about the church model for awhile now. I’ve heard the Holy Spirit speak to me on this issue: ‘There are many Christians in this nation, but few disciples.”...

Faith

Are “calling” and “destiny” just overhyped youth ministry buzzwords?

How many of us grew up in youth ministry and were sold the idea that we were going to do life-changing, earth-shaking exploits for God? That destiny and calling came with a great amount of swag,...

Faith

What is “fellowship”, really?

If you’ve hung out in Christian circles for long enough you’re probably familiar with the Christianese version of “fun” and “hanging out”– fellowship. Playing...

Faith

Tongues-tied: The gift I never knew how to ask for

Have you ever heard someone speak in tongues? What are tongues anyway? Before we get any further along in my story with tongues, I’m going to run through a quick crash course so we’re all...

Faith

Are you serving for affirmation?

I suspect that many of you reading this article are serving in churches, or are at least in some position of responsibility or authority. You might be a ministry head, cell leader, mentor. Or you...

Faith

When churches unite: Got hope?

You might have heard these three words floating around Christian circles: “Celebration of Hope”. Maybe even recall briefly what it is: A big event next year. The Celebration of Hope is a...

Faith

A confession: I was not the prophet I claimed I was

I’m sorry. I was part of something that I’m now remorseful about. It took me a long time to realise the impact my words and actions had on others. Today, I lay myself bare with a humble...