The adolescent disciple lives with a growing confidence that the victory of Christ is not only something we believe — it is something we stand in.

To overcome the world is not about defeating something external; it is about refusing to be discipled by it and standing up to the systems and structures that do not faithfully represent God’s kingdom.

John’s description of the maturing disciple is rich and encouraging. He describes believers who have overcome and are overcoming, where the disciple is no longer dominated by sin.

We are not fighting for victory but from victory. Through Jesus, we have authority to resist the Devil and his schemes, knowing that when we "resist the devil," he "flees"!

Real strength in God is not loud or self-promoting.  It is not arrogance, bravado, or stubborn self-confidence.  Rather, it is a deep inner steadiness formed through relationship with God.

God’s Word being active in us means it possesses genuine effectiveness.

Do you know Bible verses or attend Bible studies - good. But real spiritual growth is when God’s Word takes root so deeply that it is alive within us.

Adolescence a season marked by growing confidence, exploration, and increasing responsibility. It is the stage where identity is tested, strengthened, and expressed.

Childhood is a season marked by curiosity, discovery, and adventure. It is a time of trying new things, testing boundaries, experiencing life for the first time, and learning who can be trusted.

What do you think of when you hear the word ‘discipline’?

Were you a goodie two shoes…?

Listening is an art to learn with one another and with God!

Trust is either strengthened or weakened as we experience others. It is affirmed through consistent care, or challenged through disappointment.

Experiencing the Father is all about relationship.

When did you last get caught up in the wonder, the curiosity and joy of a child - it is so worthwhile to see the world from their perspective!

When was the last time you thought about the wonderful reality that you are a child of God?

Repentance - old fashioned, burden, gift…

Baptism is the outward expression of an inward reality.

We are not sinners because we sin — we sin because we are sinners, that is we have a sinful nature.

Ever tried walking in the dark? Not an easy thing - the more light the better - so what does it mean to walk in the light?