Category Archives: pictures of the church

The One About Breaking out of Church

Posted on August 11, 2016 by honestaboutmyfaith

When I answered my phone I was not expecting to hear, ‘we are locked in, can you come and let us out’. We had a BMS Action Team with us for the week and they and some of our other … Continue reading →

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A Chosen People: Pictures of the Church Part 3

Posted on February 13, 2016 by honestaboutmyfaith

Isn’t it amazing when you get chosen for something? Sadly, I was usually picked last at school for anything sports related and so I know what it feels like to not be one of the chosen ones. I’ll never forget a time … Continue reading →

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The Bride of Christ: Pictures of the Church Part 2

Posted on February 6, 2016 by honestaboutmyfaith

A few months ago, Lydia and Byron got married and the photos taken by Derryn Smith are incredible. I wasn’t at the wedding but through the pictures, I feel like I was able to share in the happiness and joy that was clearly … Continue reading →

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A Gathering of People: Pictures of the Church Part 1

Posted on February 3, 2016 by honestaboutmyfaith

This is the first in a series of posts exploring the pictures/metaphors of the church that are used in the Bible. The New Testament was written in Greek and the word that is translated in English as church is ‘Ekklesia’ which … Continue reading →