Let’s be real. As boys, we learned to find the hero. For most of us the first hero we found was our dad. But as we grew into men, we had to face that the fact that our dad, no matter how noble his qualities, was more man than myth.
Read MoreDiscipleship is more than the transfer of information. As one of our trainers, put it, "Discipleship is the journey through which we learn the values and culture of our new family -- the Kingdom, not the democracy -- of God."
Read MoreRecently a friend reached out to express goodwill, saying, "Sending positive vibes your way!" Who can help me out here: is 'vibe' a noun, or a verb? Can I catch the vibes, or do they just come over me? And if I catch them, am I supposed to share them or keep the for myself?
Read MoreI wasn't long in Sydney before some well meaning soul said to me, "Now, be sure to take care of yourself. We can't have you burning out!" Nearly eight years later, this *watch-out-don't-burnout* mantra has become all-too familiar. People say it so often that I nearly finish the sentence for them…
Read MoreDisappointment is one of those emotions that seems to linger long after it arrives. Like an uninvited guest that never leaves, disappointment crashes the party of our hopes and is content to sit on the lounge whilst we rummage about cleaning up the mess.
Read MoreWhen we come to worship this Sunday, we'll celebrate Jesus's entrance into Jerusalem as King on what Christians have come to call Palm Sunday. This is because the crowds that day waved palm branches and laid their coats before Jesus, who rode into the holy city on a colt, as prophesied in Scripture (Ze 9:9, Ps 118:26)
Read MoreWhen we come to worship this Sunday, we'll see Jesus yet again in the spotlight. Moments after asking that "this cup" might pass, our Lord gets his answer: his betrayer comes with armed guards to take him into custody. The cup will not pass; Jesus must drink it.
Read MoreThe latest news on church in lockdown, plus a poem and the August Bulletin!
Read MoreOur Sunday evening service returns 4 July 2021, with themed worship gatherings and discussions about practical Christian living. Taking our cue from Jesus’ early disciples, we have named this gathering time, “The Upper Room.”
Read MoreWe’ve got some exciting news about the future of ministry at WDBC. As the Lord has brought more people to faith and into our fellowship, new opportunities are before us. Read on to find out…
Read MoreThis month we began a series unpacking our vision at WDBC. So, “What does transformation look like?” The beginning of Jesus’ ministry, recorded in Luke 5-6, provides a great framework for understanding the various facets of transformation. This post describes the personal facet of our transformation, which occurs as we hear the ongoing call of the gospel to receive the grace Jesus came to give.
Read MoreOur goal is to see holistic spiritual transformation in each person’s life as a pattern of a life-long journey.
Read MoreHoly Week is the time of year we remember the Passion of Jesus Christ. Starting with his entrance into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, we remember Jesus’ crucifixion on Good Friday and resurrection on Easter Sunday. We’d love for you to come along for the worship and fellowship. There’s a number of opportunities.
Read MoreRECAP of what you missed and what you need to know from Sunday’s message on “Entering” the Kingdom of God. PLUS, there’s a few exegetical “off-cuts” included as well.
Read MoreI’m officially back – well most of me anyway. Six weeks ago I underwent a chop-n-change to acquire a new artificial right hip. Before proceeding let’s get a few questions out of the way…
Read MoreSometimes there’s some value left to be found on the sermon cutting room floor. So here’s a few exegetical “off-cuts” from last Sunday’s message.
Read MoreGood things comes to those who wait…like carparks!
Read MoreMy attempt at clearing out the fridge on Genesis 19. Feel like some leftovers?
Read MoreWeekly comings and goings at WDBC, with extra bits thrown in.
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