There is a dramatic change in the Book of Isaiah at this point as Isaiah's message of judgement culminating in exile, turns to a message of hope and renewal after exile. But, how will this come about? And what will it mean for God's weary people caught up in a world of sin?

Mark’s account of Jesus in Gethsemane, 14:32-42, vividly illustrates what the heart of Romans 8 is getting at. In fact, the only time Jesus uses the Aramaic, Abba, Father, is in Mark 14:36. Paul, in Romans 8:15, links these two scenes together as Jesus imprints a vocational pattern of lament for the state of the world, in labor pains, until His fin…

After discovering a technical issue with the original congregational recording, I re-recorded it alone. I wanted to salvage the content, though it lost the dynamic of preaching to a congregation. Such is life in this present technological age! Thanks be to God.By St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

In John's Gospel chapter 9, we hear Jesus' claim to be the light of the world, and he gives sight to a blind man as a sign to prove his claims. We also see varying responses from those who meet Jesus, denial, avoidance, opposition, worship. As we meet Jesus in his word, we too must decide how we will respond to him?…

Jesus saves and sustains God's people. He is where true life is found. His death means life for us.

Romans 8:1-11We are flying high over Romans 8, limiting my focus to Paul’s contrast between living in the flesh and living in the Spirit. Understanding and participating in these realities will determine how we live as Christians, and better understand our struggles and longings for greater devotion to the Lord. Paul uses two repeating NOUNS and tw…

Can't get no satisfaction? Satisfaction is more than a feeling, it's a way of life, and if we can't find it we often feel like we haven't found ourselves. But what if satisfaction was not about finding ourselves, but meeting someone else altogether? That's what we'll find today as we meet Jesus by the well outside ancient Samaria.…

John 14:16-18. “I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Paraclete, that He may be with you forever; that is the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it does not see Him or know Him, but you know Him because He abides with you and will be in you. "I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.”Jesus speaks of a w…

2. Born of the Spirit - Holy Spirit Series - Eric Rainwater - 06.09.24 by St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KCBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

"Jesus stood up and CRIED out, “If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, ‘Out of his heart (innermost being) will flow rivers of living water.’” Not this he said about the Spirit, whom those who believed in him were to receive, for as yet the Spirit had not been given, because Jesus was not…

put on the Gospel put on the G As we wrap up our journey through Ephesians, all the themes of the letter come together with the call to equip ourselves with the armour we need to stand firm against all the attacks of the devil.

Continuing in Ephesians, it addresses our relationship with one another. The apostle Paul places the example of Christ's self-giving love at the heart of all our relationships, and shows how this shapes our attitudes and actions as God's people.

Ezekiel 2:1–7Psalm 123II Corinthians 12:2–10Mark 6:1–6Image: Anita PowersBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

Today we continue to explore the new identity that we have been given in Christ, and what it means to live as God's dearly loved children. We are called to initate our Father as we live in his love, light, and wisdom. At the centre of this is to live in grateful joy for God's grace toward is in Jesus.…

Matthew 17:14f. Jesus is telling his disciples that though they have faith, it needs more development to address the mountains coming their way in life and ministry. Certain mountains can only be moved by prayer and fasting, and this particular demon is so entrenched that it requires more inner life development in those who are ministering. Image: …

Image: Anita PowersMatthew 17:14fRevelation 1 & 2By St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

Christians are to live according to their new identities in Christ, by taking off the old self which is self-orientated, and putting on the new self, which is God-orientated and focused on building others up in love.

Having been united in one new body in Christ, we now see how the body grows into maturity through the proper working of all its parts. The diversity of the body is essential for its ongoing unity and growth. What this means is that you are needed and have an essential part to play if God's church is to grow into what he intends it to be.…

During the summer and fall, we are exploring the ministry of the Holy Spirit in the life of the Church.Image: Anita PowersBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

Now that the momentous mystery of the gospel grafting the Gentiles to Christ has been revealed, what is Paul's prayer for the Ephesians? It boils down to the basics: pray, read your Bible, go to church. But, we still see that these are not arbitrary actions, rather they are powerful proof of the glory of the gospel.…

What Difference Does The New Covenant Make? Fr. Derek Metcalf - 06.02.24 by St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KCBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

Paul now outlines his own role as the one called by God to announce God's good news to the gentiles. We see God's great plan of salvation revealed, and his wisdom displayed as he gathers his church.

Having been reconciled to God by his grace, we now see how we are also reconciled to one another. No longer are there any insiders or outsiders, all are united in one new family through faith in Christ Jesus.

St. Athanasius: “The Father does all things through the Word in the Holy Spirit.” St. Augustine: “As the Father and Son and Holy Spirit are inseparable, so do they work inseparably.” Icon: Ivanka DemchukBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

As we continue in Ephesians we come to an amazing passage about the Grace of God toward us in Jesus. It begins with a diagnosis that we may not like to hear, that we are by nature spiritually dead. But from this bleak state God intervenes to lift us out of the grave to live a new life in his grace.

Anita Powers - artist at St. Aidan'sThis piece is in our sanctuary for the Feast of PentecostActs 2By St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

27. Genesis 18_1-15 (The Three Men) Bill Baldwin by St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KCBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

As we continue in our series in Ephesians, we hear Paul's prayer for the Ephesian churches. He is filled with thanksgiving for their faith and love, and as he prays for them he asks for the greater blessings of a deeper knowledge of God and his promises. As we explore Paul's prayer points, we will learn a lot about priorities in prayer and God's pl…

Icon: Ivanka DemchukBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

27. Genesis 15_7-21 (The Cutting of the Covenant) Bill Baldwin by St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KCBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

Today we start the Book of Ephesians. God's people are blessed in Christ by being chosen by God, redeemed through Jesus, and selected by the Spirit to bring God glory.

John 15:9-17English Standard Version9 As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Abide in my love. 10 If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father's commandments and abide in his love. 11 These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full.12 “This is my commandm…

As Jesus leads us in singing Psalm 96 - we commit ourselves to the worldwide mission of proclamation of the saving sovereignty of God our King, whose coming as judge will be celebrated by all creation.

Dr. Matthew Barrett is professor of Christian Theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. His passion is teaching the Great Tradition of the Church. He is the author of Simply Trinity and the Reformation of Renewal. He is the host of the Credo podcast and Director of the Center for Classical Theology. He is currently writing a Systematic T…

Jesus, the root and offspring of David, fulfills God's promise in Ezekiel 34 for God to come and shepherd his flock. In so doing, his flock will be delivered from the false shepherds who come to steal, kill and destroy. The rule of King Jesus is like a shepherd, caring for his flock with the utmost concern. The Lord is our Shepherd! Ezekiel 34:1f.P…

As Jesus leads us in singing Psalm 92, we delight to praise God together and realign our hearts, so that we will continue to flourish through our lives and into eternity.

Walking through the Book of GenesisBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

Luke 24:36–49Almighty God, you gave your only Son to be for us both a sacrifice for sin and an example of godly living: Give us grace thankfully to receive his inestimable benefits, and daily to follow the blessed steps of his most holy life; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and eve…

As Jesus leads us in singing Psalm 93, we declare God's majestic rule over the universe and find comfort and security under his kingship.

20. Genesis 11_10 -32 - (The Beginning of Abram) Bill Baldwin - Week 20.mp3 by St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KCBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

21. Genesis 12_1-9 - (The Call of Abram) Bill Baldwin - Week 21.mp3 by St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KCBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

23. Genesis 13_1-18 (Abram’s Return to Faith) Bill Baldwin - Week 23.mp3 by St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KCBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

24. Genesis 14 (Abram's Victory) Bill Baldwin - Week 24.mp3 by St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KCBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

25. Genesis 15 - Abram's Amen - Week 25 - Bill Baldwin by St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KCBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

Ivanka Demchuk - IconBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

Ivanka Demchuk - IconBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

Ivanka Demchuk - IconBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

Ivanka Demchuk - IconBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

Ivanka Demchuk - IconBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

Ivanka Demchuk - IconBy St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC