The Soulscape blog takes 3 forms; whether you are wanting something a bit more in-depth which opens up Scripture (Reading with Dr D), or perhaps something on emotional and spiritual growth (SoulScaping), or just some encouragement with a short message (I’ve been thinking), you will find each blog offers something for you.
To find out a bit more about each thread watch these short video introductions, which will explain the idea behind each.
Date: 16th August 2018
I’m so excited to be offering this five week course in conjunction with Wakatipu Community Presbyterian Church. It’s an opportunity to discover the themes, and allusions, in the Hebrew Scriptures that make our faith come alive. Discover the story of Israel’s quest to know their God, and the Messiah Jesus. We delve into the cultural, MORE »
Date: 8th August 2018
“God is merciful, showing us our true hideousness only in proportion to the courage he gives us to bear the sight.” Wow when I read that my heart stopped, well almost! I was struck again about the capacity to deceive myself. The ugliness that lies within the depths of my soul is beyond my imagination. MORE »
Date: 29th May 2018
Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. Mark 8.34 Every time I get up to speak to a group, no matter the size I feel inadequate and nervous. It’s not about making a twit of myself or doing something wrong. It’s about knowing how flawed MORE »
Date: 3rd May 2018
Why are we not taught about grief at school? Most of us learn about grief as we experience it, and it can be a pretty rough way to learn. There is so much to learn about grieving, especially as we all grieve in different ways and in different time frames. There is no ‘normal’ way MORE »