Entries by Jon Watkins

Shaped by Messages

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Matthew 4:1-4 & 2 Timothy 3:16-17 How do we read ‘the word’? Do I study, skim or soak in the scripture? The Bible Project that Andy mentioned can be found here.  

Preparing for Lent

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Matthew 3:16-4:1-11 Are we tempted in similar ways to Jesus ? Am I tempted to put material things ahead of seeking God? Am I tempted to test God out rather […]

Alpha

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This Spring, Tillicoultry Baptist Church is running the Alpha Course. Alpha is a series of interactive sessions that freely explore the basics of the Christian faith. No pressure. No follow up. […]

Christian Giving

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Luke 6:38, Proverbs 11:24, 2 Corinthians 9:6, 2 Corinthians 8:12, 1 Corinthians 16:1-2, Luke 21:1-4, Romans 8:2, Philippians 2:5, Haggai 1:4 & 2 Corinthians 8:1-5. Is our giving a donation […]

Persecution

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Matthew 10:5-8, 16-25, Mark 8:34-35 Many people around the world face persecution for their faith in Jesus. Would you be willing to face such persecution for your faith? Thanks God […]

Filled by God

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Colossians 1:9-14 Do you live ‘Growing in knowledge of God’s will for us’? It should lead to bearing fruit in every good work. This should be the outworking of the knowledge […]

Your Kingdom Come

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Matthew 6:9-13 God can change things on the future, now and in our lives – do we hinder Him or submit?

Advent Peace

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Jesus came to bring deep peace. Wholeness & restoration. Peace with God – Romans 5:1, Peace with ourselves – John 14:27 & Peace with others – Col 3:12-14.