How do we read a book? Front to back or start at the back for the conclusion?
In life we dont have that option. Imagine knowing the results of D Day or the blitz. We have to show courage in not knowing a given outcome.
What did Jesus really know? God recognised love and loves us.


Reading Matthew 5:3-10
Beatitudes with blessings on those who dont appear to be blessed. we are in a topsy turvy world of the Kingdom of God. Those that suffer will find what they seek. The beatitudes paint a rich picture but what if really happened?
Contrast this with the reality of wars today. Shocking images on the news daily.

Reading- Revelations 7: 9-17
Suzanne asked – How many people do we actually know? Do we like them?
All Saints Day – what makes people saintly? Are they annoying or prickly to power. Saints need Jesus.
Do Saints ask the hard questions and know Jesus is Lord.
Jesus help us to live as our salvation is in you.
Nigel Lyndsey joined our worship whilst visiting the UK from Grenada where he is a CWM Mission Partner working as Chaplain to 2 schools originally set up for indentured labourers. They still sing and pray before school in outwardly Christian services.
Lots of rain and sun leads to a lot of farming but poverty is hidden.
Grenada is not a CWM county but Nigel can remain for a few more years but is discerning what God has planned for him