Minister's Letter |
Topic: Winter is here; Dig deep. What do we know?
As we come to terms with the snow and cold weather experienced by our part of the United Kingdom well before Christmas Day 2024. We may recognise Christmas as a time to mark the anniversary of God becoming human to live amongst his people. This ideology still exists as a prospective reality which for now is depicted as a prophesy contained in the book of Revelation Chapter 21 verses 3-7. Citing that God will dwell together with his people...
For now, at Christmas we recognise how our God fulfils his earlier promise that the offspring of Eve would crush the head of the agents that entice people to adopt evil and disobedience, which denies the legitimate and graceful relationship between God and humans. That said, if the relationship between God and humans was not consolidated in the garden of Eden. Christmas signifies a hope for reconciliation between God and people whilst the book of Revelations prophesy a deepening of believer’s relationship with God the Alpha and the presented in the Gospel according to John Chapter 1 verse 5 as a light that shines with the ability to overcome darkness. This victory encourages believers and gave us the assurance that the state of despondence has been defeated by Jesus Christ and believers can replicate such a victory when we believe the name and person of Jesus Christ who was born on a day, we name Christmas Day. The essence of this gift of God to humanity we share as the Omega forever. The birth of Jesus Christ that is re-enacted at Christmas was heavenly joy to the world, peace on earth and goodwill to all people, even in winter.
With regards to ‘What do we know’? We may take the time to reflect on the goodness and power of God that is present around us whether we believe in God or not. We may also, consider how God made the seasons in a way that leaves change colours and fall in autumn, yet, trees survive winter and grow back to life in spring. This nature we are happy to declare is something we observes but cannot always determine, as such wisdom may be beyond our comprehension as humans for the moment. Consequently, theology essentially challenges us to realise our limits as humans in comparison to the greatness of God. For example:
Who makes the ground put forth grass? (Job 38: 27).
Has the rain got a father? (Job 38:28).
Where were the foundations of the earth sunk. Or who laid its cornerstone when the morning stars sang together and all the heavenly beings shouted for Joy? (Job 38:6 -7).
Have you entered the springs of the sea or walked in the recesses of the deep? (Job 38:16).
Where can I flee from your presence. If I go to the depths, you are there? (Psalm; 139:7).
Finally, I invite us to make a resolve that God is great and God is in charge. This may move us toward a state of gratefulness in which we say to ourselves: Let us always give praise and thanksgiving to God for his goodness to humanity. Moreover, may we recognition the humility and graciousness of God. Who though he is so great, he made a way to come down to our level so that we may be lifted up to his great and glorious heights. I wish you a Merry Christmas and a happy, prosperous, healthy, joyful and strengthened New Year.
Loving regards
Sydney-Samuel
As we come to terms with the snow and cold weather experienced by our part of the United Kingdom well before Christmas Day 2024. We may recognise Christmas as a time to mark the anniversary of God becoming human to live amongst his people. This ideology still exists as a prospective reality which for now is depicted as a prophesy contained in the book of Revelation Chapter 21 verses 3-7. Citing that God will dwell together with his people...
For now, at Christmas we recognise how our God fulfils his earlier promise that the offspring of Eve would crush the head of the agents that entice people to adopt evil and disobedience, which denies the legitimate and graceful relationship between God and humans. That said, if the relationship between God and humans was not consolidated in the garden of Eden. Christmas signifies a hope for reconciliation between God and people whilst the book of Revelations prophesy a deepening of believer’s relationship with God the Alpha and the presented in the Gospel according to John Chapter 1 verse 5 as a light that shines with the ability to overcome darkness. This victory encourages believers and gave us the assurance that the state of despondence has been defeated by Jesus Christ and believers can replicate such a victory when we believe the name and person of Jesus Christ who was born on a day, we name Christmas Day. The essence of this gift of God to humanity we share as the Omega forever. The birth of Jesus Christ that is re-enacted at Christmas was heavenly joy to the world, peace on earth and goodwill to all people, even in winter.
With regards to ‘What do we know’? We may take the time to reflect on the goodness and power of God that is present around us whether we believe in God or not. We may also, consider how God made the seasons in a way that leaves change colours and fall in autumn, yet, trees survive winter and grow back to life in spring. This nature we are happy to declare is something we observes but cannot always determine, as such wisdom may be beyond our comprehension as humans for the moment. Consequently, theology essentially challenges us to realise our limits as humans in comparison to the greatness of God. For example:
Who makes the ground put forth grass? (Job 38: 27).
Has the rain got a father? (Job 38:28).
Where were the foundations of the earth sunk. Or who laid its cornerstone when the morning stars sang together and all the heavenly beings shouted for Joy? (Job 38:6 -7).
Have you entered the springs of the sea or walked in the recesses of the deep? (Job 38:16).
Where can I flee from your presence. If I go to the depths, you are there? (Psalm; 139:7).
Finally, I invite us to make a resolve that God is great and God is in charge. This may move us toward a state of gratefulness in which we say to ourselves: Let us always give praise and thanksgiving to God for his goodness to humanity. Moreover, may we recognition the humility and graciousness of God. Who though he is so great, he made a way to come down to our level so that we may be lifted up to his great and glorious heights. I wish you a Merry Christmas and a happy, prosperous, healthy, joyful and strengthened New Year.
Loving regards
Sydney-Samuel
