Monday 20th – Christian Hope and the Imagination.
A thought-provoking reflection from John Partis
Can hope be strengthened by the way we see the world?
What if one visit to a centuries-old church overlooking the wild Atlantic could reveal a timeless truth about faith, loss and the promises of God?
In this week’s reflection, John Partis takes us to the quiet village of Rodel on the Isle of Harris, where weathered gravestones, the stories of generations past and the simplicity of an ancient church inspire a deeper look at one of the greatest gifts God has given His people—Christian hope.
As he reflects on the relationship between hope and the imagination, John explores how God’s promises enable us to look beyond today’s struggles and see the unseen realities of His Kingdom. Far from being wishful thinking, biblical hope is a living confidence rooted in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
If you’ve ever wrestled with grief, uncertainty or questions about the future, this thoughtful reflection offers gentle encouragement to lift your eyes beyond present circumstances and fix them on the faithfulness of God.
Join us this week on Bearing Kingdom Fruit as we discover how God’s promises can transform the way we see today—and the hope we carry for tomorrow.
Friday 24th – Asking, Seeking, Knocking
Part 14 of our Sermon on the Mount Series
By Jill Partis
Have you ever prayed for something so long that you began to wonder if God was really listening?
Many of us know what it feels like to wait, to wrestle with unanswered prayers, or to question whether we should keep asking at all. Yet in the midst of those moments, Jesus offers an invitation that is both simple and deeply encouraging.
In this week’s study, we’ll explore what it means to keep asking, keep seeking, and keep knocking. Is Jesus speaking about persistence alone, or is He revealing something even greater about the heart of our Heavenly Father?
As we look more closely at these familiar words, we’ll be challenged to consider the confidence with which we approach God, the motives behind our prayers, and the assurance we can have in His goodness and faithfulness.
Whether you’re waiting on an answer, searching for direction, or simply longing to deepen your prayer life, we hope this message will encourage you to trust the One who always hears and always knows what is best.
Take a few moments this week to pause, reflect, and allow these timeless words of Jesus to renew your confidence in prayer.
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