Phil brings a message on the theme of joy. He highlights the deeply relational component of joy and explains where supernatural joy comes from and how the Lord imparts it to us.

The Apostle Paul said to the Philippians, “I love you and long to see you, dear friends, for you are my joy and the crown I receive for my work.” (Philippians 4:1 NLT)

Joy is the fruit of a deepening relationship. Our brains are hardwired for joy, and it is the fuel they run on. Joy is awakened from being with those who love us and are delighted to see us and to be with us. Jesus promised us participation in His joy as He speaks His love over our hearts.

Joy also comes from seeing Jesus’ face. The Holy Spirit causes the Father’s face to shine upon us and to grant us both joy and peace. The Apostle John said, “I look forward to coming to visit and speaking with you face-to-face – for being together will complete our joy!” (2 John 1:12 TPT)

Joy is the fruit of a relational upgrade with the One who is most delighted to be with us. May this message ignite joy in you!

In “Sowing for the Seasons” Charlotte explores the metaphor of seeds and seasons to present the idea that God gives us seed that is specific for the season we are in.

She encourages us to value that seed and the season and sow the seed at the right time so we can make the most of the opportunities in front of us.

There are things we can only do in the season we’re in right now - this place with these people.

Seed is sown months before the harvest, we don’t sow to see a harvest now but we sow in obedience to God and wait with hope for the harvest.

May you be encouraged and strengthened to recognise, value and steward your seed and your season.

The Scriptures are full of exhortation to persevere - stand firm, don’t give up, do not grow weary.

In this short message in our series on Sowing & Reaping, Rob shares some thoughts from Galatians 6 on why we sometimes grow weary doing good, and how to resist the temptation to give up.