Our Lives Refrain: OMF July/Aug 2017

“For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21)

 

Across the world there have been many people over the years who have given themselves for what they believe in. These last few months have seen many events in our own nation vividly illustrating this point. Take the attacks in Manchester & London or the rallying cry of either the political left or right as good examples. With tensions rising and global financial markets increasingly uncertain it seems unavoidable that we, as God’s redeemed people, remember our purpose.

Fur, Food And Faith: Life On The Margins

I have left Beijing and have arrived in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province in south west China. It is known for many things but two in particular; food and fur. Chengdu is renowned for it’s highly spicy hotpot filled with chillies and numbing pepper (Ma’la). It is fantastic! Why fur? Well this is Panda city, and there are references to it on nearly everything you pass by. 

A Tale Of Two Cities: Wealth And Want In The Urban Centre

Dickens famous story title aptly captures the situation of contemporary Urban development across the world. This is particularly true of major cities where there is rapid population growth and economic advancement. It is certainly true that in these places there is both the best of times and the worst of times. 

Shaping The Future: Looking Back And Contemplating The Future

Well you will be glad to know that I arrived safely in Beijing and have settled in well for the few days that I will be here.

Waiting At The Gate: Vienna – Beijing

Over the next few weeks I will be in China and I am really looking forward to it. While I am away I aim to keep a bit of a journal about my time there, so the posts will be a little different to what I would normally produce. So here goes….

New Year, Same Purpose: OMF January 2017

“Salvation belongs to our God who sits on the throne, and to the lamb!” (Rev 7:10)

As we start this new year of ministry together it is good to listen in to the chorus we hear echoing out from the throne room of heaven. It is both a very encouraging message and a great reminder of what we are involved in.