New Daylight offers four months of daily Bible reading and reflection for everybody who wants to go deeper with God. It is ideal for those looking for a fresh approach to regular Bible study, and offers a talented team of contributors who present a Bible passage (text included), helpful comment and a prayer or thought for the day ahead.
The Editor writes...
The first issue of a new year is always a privilege to work on, bringing with it a sense of new beginning and including the great festival of Easter, resonant with hope and love. This issue is no exception, and I am delighted that we have such an interesting and challenging selection of contributions, bringing depth to our understanding of the Bible and of the Christian life. The writers come from a variety of backgrounds and offer a range of reflections and learning, but uniting them all is a deep personal faith and a burning desire to share the insights they have gained from prayer, study and reflection.
There is a wonderful mix of subject and approach within this issue - from John Twisleton's careful exploration of the parallels between the Old and the New Testament, which shine a light on God's saving work throughout the history of creation, to Fiona Stratta's presentation of the character of the disciples, whose relationship with Jesus serves as an example for our own. Veronica Zundel's study of different approaches to the doctrine of the atonement is challenging and profound. Some of the interpretations she examines might be unnerving to us; others will strike a deep chord of recognition, but all will help us to understand the complexity of Christ's saving action on the cross. The details of Jesus'; last journey, his death and resurrection are explored sensitively and wisely by Liz Hoare, who also examines the implications of his loving sacrifice for each one of us.
The word 'epiphany'; derives from the Greek epiphaneia, meaning 'revelation'; or 'manifestation';. As we move from the church season of Epiphany through Lent to Easter and beyond in the company of such a varied group of personalities, I pray that you will each receive your own epiphany or moment of understanding, and that this moment serves to illuminate the path of your spiritual journey.
Lord God, you have called your servants to ventures of which we cannot see the ending, by paths as yet untrodden, through perils unknown. Give us faith to go out with good courage, not knowing where we go, but only that your hand is leading us and your love supporting us; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen LUTHERAN BOOK OF WORSHIP (AUGSBURG FORTRESS PUBLISHING 1978)
Sally Welch
In this issue:
The twelve disciples
Fiona Stratta
1 - 14 January
My favourite scriptures
Naomi Starkey
15 - 28 January
The letter to the Hebrews
Andrew Jones
29 January - 11 February
Exodus 2 - 15 in the light of Christ
John Twisleton
12 - 25 February
Atonement: surveying the cross
Veronica Zundel
26 February - 11 March
The life and legacy of Solomon
Steve Aisthorpe
12 - 25 March
Anger
David Winter
26 March - 8 April
Easter with Matthew
Liz Hoare
9 - 22 April
Cairns
Sally Welch
23 - 30 April
The Editor writes...
The first issue of a new year is always a privilege to work on, bringing with it a sense of new beginning and including the great festival of Easter, resonant with hope and love. This issue is no exception, and I am delighted that we have such an interesting and challenging selection of contributions, bringing depth to our understanding of the Bible and of the Christian life. The writers come from a variety of backgrounds and offer a range of reflections and learning, but uniting them all is a deep personal faith and a burning desire to share the insights they have gained from prayer, study and reflection.
There is a wonderful mix of subject and approach within this issue - from John Twisleton's careful exploration of the parallels between the Old and the New Testament, which shine a light on God's saving work throughout the history of creation, to Fiona Stratta's presentation of the character of the disciples, whose relationship with Jesus serves as an example for our own. Veronica Zundel's study of different approaches to the doctrine of the atonement is challenging and profound. Some of the interpretations she examines might be unnerving to us; others will strike a deep chord of recognition, but all will help us to understand the complexity of Christ's saving action on the cross. The details of Jesus'; last journey, his death and resurrection are explored sensitively and wisely by Liz Hoare, who also examines the implications of his loving sacrifice for each one of us.
The word 'epiphany'; derives from the Greek epiphaneia, meaning 'revelation'; or 'manifestation';. As we move from the church season of Epiphany through Lent to Easter and beyond in the company of such a varied group of personalities, I pray that you will each receive your own epiphany or moment of understanding, and that this moment serves to illuminate the path of your spiritual journey.
Lord God, you have called your servants to ventures of which we cannot see the ending, by paths as yet untrodden, through perils unknown. Give us faith to go out with good courage, not knowing where we go, but only that your hand is leading us and your love supporting us; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen LUTHERAN BOOK OF WORSHIP (AUGSBURG FORTRESS PUBLISHING 1978)
Sally Welch
In this issue:
The twelve disciples
Fiona Stratta
1 - 14 January
My favourite scriptures
Naomi Starkey
15 - 28 January
The letter to the Hebrews
Andrew Jones
29 January - 11 February
Exodus 2 - 15 in the light of Christ
John Twisleton
12 - 25 February
Atonement: surveying the cross
Veronica Zundel
26 February - 11 March
The life and legacy of Solomon
Steve Aisthorpe
12 - 25 March
Anger
David Winter
26 March - 8 April
Easter with Matthew
Liz Hoare
9 - 22 April
Cairns
Sally Welch
23 - 30 April
