by Phil Stokes | Sep 13, 2015 | The Well General
In the next few weels teaching series we will be looking at how to read the bible by understanding two things; Kingdom and Covenant. These two literally form the DNA of the bible and open up a simple and profound way to understand Gods dealings with us and with the...
by Phil Stokes | Aug 28, 2015 | Discipleship, The Well General
This month we have been exploring the theme of pilgrimage – spiritual journeys with purpose. Today Jenny Flannagan reflects on Gideon and her own reckless choices. I have it in me to be reckless and foolish. I cover it up quite well now I’m a grown-up, but...
by Phil Stokes | Aug 7, 2015 | Discipleship, The Well General
“Blessed are those whose strength is in you, whose hearts are set on pilgrimage.” This month we are telling stories about pilgrimages Pilgrimages are journeys with a purpose, but a purpose that isn’t only defined by the destination. Pilgrims know...
by Phil Stokes | Jul 24, 2015 | Discipleship, The Well General
I have a frequent habit of thinking like a pagan when it comes to God. Seriously. We may not realise it, but so often what we believe about God isn’t taken from the bible at all, but is the result of a culture obsessed with power. Our ideas about God are often...
by Phil Stokes | Jun 10, 2015 | Discipleship, The Well General
This week, Jonathan Round reflects on why every road seems to lead back to the cross. I suppose I had never thought much about this before, but a small group of people sit down to pray and talk over the direction of the teaching at The Well, matching speakers and...
by Phil Stokes | May 25, 2015 | Discipleship, Murrs, The Well General
From the USA, Haydon Murr shares his thoughts on forgiveness, and how we often prefer to punish people rather than forgive them. One time Jesus told a story about an unforgiving servant (Mt. 18: 21-35). The crux of it is that we should extend the same forgiveness...
