1 Samuel, chapter 28, contains what must be one of the strangest stories in the Bible. The prophet Samuel was dead and the king, Saul,…
Terry NightingaleSeptember 25, 2023
The older I get, the harder it is to get a solid night’s sleep. The experts will tell us that most adult bodies require something…
Terry NightingaleSeptember 18, 2023
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are…
Terry NightingaleSeptember 12, 2023
Recently, I have realised how easily I seem to fall short of God’s best. I don’t think I am sinning more; in fact, by God’s…
Terry NightingaleSeptember 4, 2023
Jesus had just returned from climbing a mountain with Peter, James and John. It was there the Transfiguration happened. Jesus’ clothes had become dazzling white, and…
Terry NightingaleJune 2, 2023
“Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far…
Terry NightingaleMay 25, 2023
“Then I saw a Lamb, looking as if it had been slain, standing at the centre of the throne, encircled by the four living creatures…
Terry NightingaleMay 18, 2023
Do our prayers make a difference? We have probably all asked that question, from time to time. Or at least allowed the thought to…
Terry NightingaleMay 11, 2023
“He went and took the scroll from the right hand of him who sat on the throne. And when he had taken it, the four…
Terry NightingaleApril 28, 2023
Nobody likes failing. We enjoy success; we like to achieve things, especially if others notice and cheer us on. So, what does the Bible teach…
Terry NightingaleApril 21, 2023
There are some words that always carry negative connotations for me. For example, ‘discipline’ reminds me of a strict boy scout leader I knew many…
Terry NightingaleApril 15, 2023
Have you ever read the book of 1 Samuel? This is the book in the Bible that introduces us to the boy who would kill…
Terry NightingaleApril 9, 2023