Matthew 9:36 (KJV) “But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them…” Jesus saw beyond the surface. When He looked at people, He saw: • Sheep without a shepherd • Souls needing salvation • Broken hearts • Spiritual bondage • Eternal destinies

Human beings often judge outward appearance. God looks deeper. “For the Lord seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart.” — 1 Samuel 16:7 (KJV) When Samuel saw David, he overlooked him, but God saw a king.

1.The difference between human love and God’s love. : 1 John 4:7-8 Key Text: 1 John 4:7–11 “Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and everyone that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love… Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.” This three part sermon will examine: 1. The difference between human love and God’s love. 2. How God values human beings according to Scripture and

Psalm One is a beautiful gateway into the wisdom and encouragement found throughout the Psalms. It sets the tone for the entire book by contrasting the way of the righteous with the way of the wicked. When I first dove into this psalm, I found it both comforting and challenging. It invites us to reflect on our choices, our influences, and the roots of our spiritual lives. Let’s explore Psalm One together, unpacking its meaning and discovering practical ways to apply it in our

How it connects to “taking up your cross” In Howells’ life, cross-bearing looked like: surrender of will → “deny yourself.” obedience at cost → “take up your cross.” ongoing responsiveness → “daily” But crucially: It was not a single event—it was a lifestyle of repeated surrender.

Luke 9:23 (NKJV)“Then He said to them all, ‘If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me.’”

Zechariah is the foremost of the minor prophets whose prophecies were powerfully fulfilled in the New Testament. His book is filled with visions of the Messiah: the humble King, the rejected Shepherd, the pierced Saviour, the struck Shepherd, and the returning Lord.

Many Christians read only the New Testament, but the Old Testament is the foundation on which the New Testament stands. It is the story Jesus fulfils, and it reveals the God we worship.

Psalm 1 is a beautiful gateway into the wisdom of the Bible. It sets the tone for the entire Psalter by contrasting two ways of life - one that leads to blessing and one that leads to ruin. As I’ve journeyed through various sermons and reflections on this psalm, I’ve found its teachings to be both practical and deeply encouraging. It’s like a gentle guide, inviting us to choose the path of righteousness and delight in God’s word. Let’s explore some of the most profound lesson

The season ends with the celebration of Easter, marking Jesus’ resurrection and the hope of new life.The verse we are looking at today comes from the book of Acts, chapter 3, verse 19. It says:“Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord.”

God has never stopped reaching out to humanity—from Eden to the Cross to today. He wants closeness with His people. He wants closeness with you.

This word we're going to go through is challenging, but I feel the Lord is speaking to the room today. This is a word of love. He saw your tears, He's felt your despair, and He's heard your prayers. This is a word of love from the Lord. So take it as that—take it as your heavenly Father putting out His hand to help you move one step forward.

We are called to bless everyone, but especially fellow believers. We share a unique bond—one Lord, one faith, one Spirit, one baptism. We will spend eternity together.

“Brethren, if a man is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness…” When a brother or sister falls into sin, Paul calls us to restore them gently. The Greek word for “restore” is katartizō—the same word used for mending fishing nets. Broken nets do not catch fish; broken believers lose their witness. Restoration is about repairing what is torn so the person can return to fruitful service.

Galatians chapter 5 calls the believer to steadfast freedom, Spirit-led living, and love-filled service. This is not self-directed liberty, but joyful obedience empowered by grace. As we live in the Spirit, may we also walk in the Spirit, bringing glory to God and bearing fruit that remains.

Look across Bathgate and West Lothian today. Would you say everyone is living their best life? I do not think so. There are people who desperately need God. There are broken situations, hurting families, and lives that are crying out for hope.

Joshua chooses to honour the oath. Scripture does not spell out his prayer, but it is reasonable to imagine him coming before God in repentance: “Lord, I have made a mistake. I acted without asking You. I will bear the consequences, and I will do better next time. But I will keep my word.”

Ishmael: Born through human effort—Abraham and Sarah’s attempt to fulfil God’s promise on their own terms. Isaac: Born miraculously, as a fulfilment of God’s promise—representing grace and divine initiative.

Paul’s fears for the churches in Galatia Believers have been set free 13 You know that because of physical infirmity I preached the gospel to you at the first. 14 And my trial which was in my flesh you did not despise or reject, but you received me as an angel of God, even as Christ Jesus. 15 What then was the blessing you enjoyed? For I bear you witness that, if possible, you would have plucked out your own eyes and given them to me. 16 Have I therefore become your enemy bec

1-7 Sons and Heirs Through Christ Abba Father! Previously we saw the following facts in Chapters 3a+3b. 1. It is Faith, Not Law, which brings the Spirit Paul asks: “Did you receive the Spirit by works of the law or by hearing with faith?” (v.2). The Galatians began their spiritual journey through faith, not rule-following. This sets the tone: salvation is by grace, not performance. 2. Abraham is our Model of Faith Abraham “believed God, and it was credited to him as