“Still other seeds fell on fertile soil, and they produced a crop that was thirty, sixty, and even a hundred times as much as had been planted!” – Matthew 13:8 The Parable of the Sower Matthew 13:1–23 (Luke 8:4–15; Mark 4:1–20) 1 Later that same day Jesus left the house and sat beside the lake. 2 A large crowd soon gathered around him, so he got into a boat. Then he sat there and taught as the people stood on the shore. 3 He told many stories in the form of parables, such a

Introduction One of the most rewarding things that could ever happen to anyone who says “yes, I will go” is not the work they go to do, but rather the manner in which Jesus walks with them on this journey. Everyone has the same testimony: “I went to serve others, but looking back, I realise this was just a way in which Jesus drew me to Himself and showed me more of His Kingdom, to teach me more about His Father.” People often ask us, “How did you learn this?” when they see so

Fire Lilies Theological Training for Transformational Leadership Purpose Theological training for untrained church leaders is essential to restore the church to its biblical mission as defined by Jesus. Key Points 1. The church is failing to fulfil its role as 'salt and light' in communities. The church is called to represent the Kingdom of God in the community. 2. Jesus commanded the making of disciples, not just converts, through intentional teaching and example. 3. C