For you, what comes to mind with the word: “lamb”? Perhaps lamb on a spit, lamb chops, or a lamb roast with a sprig of rosemary, vegies and lots of gravy?
Maybe you grew up on a property where your family had a pet lamb? If so, you could hardly imagine eating it - could you?
When John the Baptist sees Jesus approaching, he declares: “Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” (John 1:29 NIV)
When John the Baptist pointed to Jesus as "the Lamb of God" what do you think that triggered in the minds of his hearers? Probably not lamb roast!
This Sunday we will explore what John’s evocative term, “Lamb of God,” might have meant for his hearers – and what it could mean for us.
Jesus takes away the sins of the world. That means each and every person on this planet: including you and me, children and grandchildren, relatives and friends, work colleagues, sporting buddies, and the people on your street. Jesus wants every person on this planet to receive his forgiveness and leadership over our lives – so we can have life to the full… and an eternity of life.
How might you and I take a leaf out of John’s book, and point people to Jesus? Maybe we can start by praying to see people through Jesus’ eyes – and to love them like Jesus loves them. Also asking Father God for opportunities to share our stories on what Jesus has been doing in our lives. And that might open doors to sharing who Jesus is, what he has done for all people, and the identity, purpose and destiny he gives to all who trust and follow Him.
Pr Rolly Stahl
Bible Readings: John 1:29-42
(See also Exodus 12, Isaiah 52:13-53:12, Revelation 5)
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Praise Point
This Sunday at the 10.30am service Tyler Max Stirling, son of Matthew and Alicia, will be welcomed into God’s family through Holy Baptism.
Hi Good Shepherd!
I am excited to be appointed as your new Office Administrator, in the role formerly held by Belinda Konrad. At the moment I'm available Tuesday to Friday, 9am-3pm. A big thank you for the lovely warm welcome I have received thus far...
looking forward to working for you!
Blessings,
Rachel Koopmans
Ladies Fellowship 2020
All ladies are welcome to come to the first meeting of Ladies Fellowship for 2020.
We will be meeting at 12 noon on 4th February at the church hall. Please bring your lunch.
We look forward to seeing you with all ladies most welcome to attend.
Grow Ministries Faith at Home
Dear Church Family,When Andrew heard that Jesus was the Messiah, the first thing he did was search for his brother Simon and bring him to meet Jesus (John 1:40-42).
In what ways do you help others meet Jesus?
Check out the Growing Faith at Home resource for some devotional ideas, conversation starters and activities to try out with your family.
God bless,
Georgie
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Open Garden
Every Saturday at 3 Aldrin Crescent Modbury North from 9–11 am. Free entry and plants available to purchase. All proceeds donated to LCA Disaster & Welfare Fund. Phone 83953177 for more information.
In some parts of Australia bushfires are continuing to threaten lives and livelihoods. In other places, hundreds of people are sifting through ashes, wondering how they will put their lives back together.
Many of us are asking how we can bring the love of God into this awful situation, how his love might come to life through us. Here are some ways that could happen.
To help people in immediate need you can donate to
Red Cross, Salvation Army and other organisations that are able to provide on-the-ground local support right now.
To help Lutherans and the communities they are supporting with immediate assistance and then, later, post-emergency restorative support, you can donate to
LCA Disaster & Welfare Fund (tax-deductible)
Click on the link to make a donation by credit card. To make a bank transfer:
BSB 704942
Account: 100042902
Account name: LCA Disaster and Welfare Fund
Always wanted to study Biblical Greek?
ALC has an introductory New Testament Greek class running in 2020 which has already attracted a number of enrolments from mature-age lay people. The class can be completed either for credit or as audit (no assessment required) and is time-tabled Monday to Wednesday at 11.15am for one hour commencing Monday 24 February. For further details, contact enquiries@alc.edu.au or phone 08 7120 8200. Special seniors’ discounts apply for audit students. Semester audit fees: $360 Concession $540 Non-concession. All welcome.
“For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.”
Luke 19:10
