Creating division

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church-south-coastStanding upon the bible is a divisive act, even more so in Samoa, an outwardly Christian country but one in which the biblical absolutes are often twisted to fit into the Samoan culture or what people want to believe.

In this Sermon from Samoa, I share about the key divisive issue of all time – that called ‘the divinity of Christ’ and the only cause of rejection that I know there is. [Read more...]

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Walking by faith

In this Sermon from Samoa, I share the two aspects of the Christian walk that for decades have really got to me – the fear of being sent to a foreign country as a Missionary and the concept of “Walking by Faith”. Since the 2009 Tsunami in Samoa, I’ve found myself doing both! [Read more...]

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2. Vision > relationships > money

In this Sermon from Samoa I share another principle that we have been applying to the SWAP Foundation‘s work. Coming from a Christian perspective, I challenge the Western mindset that giving primarily entails giving money and that more money means more success. God is all about relationships and faith – not programs and success. [Read more...]

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Dealing with trouble

In another Sunday Sermon from Samoa I share the words of other Palagi who see things wrong in Samoa and explain how speaking the truth in love creates a solution for a troublesome situation. Doing this helps others to grow and mature (and in a Christian context, in their faith). Simple. Effective. Powerful. [Read more...]

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