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Wednesday 31st March 2021

31/3/2021

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Beside The Burn
Hope At Easter. During this Pandemic do you ever feel that you are Sinking? This week we have a series of special messages for Easter Week. Each day we find Hope At Easter as we listen to what Jesus said from the cross. We have a bible reading some special music from Eileen a message from J. John, a testimony about Trypraying and a guest singer. Listen each day (including Saturday) and share with someone who might benefit.

Say Yes To Jesus
If you would like to trust Jesus find out more here.
https://www.ucb.co.uk/yes
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Glorious Day
Yesterday on Tides we were invited to listen to this song by Casting Crowns - Glorious Day (Living He Loved Me)

Let’s Pray For Derek & Jane French (global mission workers in Spain) 
Pray for Derek for a quick and successful recovery from a recent operation. Pray too for Bilbao International Church and the leadership team as they take on more responsibility and for those coming to the church who are seeking, that they will come to faith in Christ.


Malawi
Pray for the Student Christian Organisation of Malawi and Scripture Union Malawi as they spread the gospel to children and teenagers in Malawi and seek to disciple young Christians in their Christian faith.
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Glen Scrivener
“Reading Between The Lines” a series working through the bible looking at the well known phrases.
Thou Shalt

Jesus In Jerusalem
The Bible Society have created a series of videos which follow Jesus’ footsteps in Holy Week.

EMF
The latest Prayer Diary and Newsletter from EMF and a video from their recent conference.
C. H. Spurgeon famously quipped, "The Word of God is like a lion. You don't have to defend a lion. All you have to do is let the lion loose..." God's powerful Word is 'let loose' through faithful preaching and teaching, but also through the written word and the printed page, which can often reach people where there are few, if any, gospel workers.

EMF Spring Conference 2021: Unleashing God’s Word - The Bible's message preached and published from European Mission Fellowship on Vimeo.

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SU
The latest prayer letter and Termly News from Andrew Neill
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Belfast City Mission
Virtual Rally Thursday 29th April 2021
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Open Doors - World Watch List
Open Doors has released the World Watch List. The list of countries where it is most dangerous to be a Christian in 2021. 
The full list can be found here
https://www.opendoorsuk.org/persecution/world-watch-list/


This week the focus is on Iraq the 10th most dangerous country in the world to be a Christian. Read about it here 
https://www.opendoorsuk.org/persecution/world-watch-list/iraq/
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24/7 Prayer Course
This week we continue the 24/7 Prayer Course with Pete Greig - a course which we took part in a couple of years ago on Wednesday evenings. The videos have been re-recorded and a couple more sessions have been added since then. Here is a link to this week’s resource guide.
https://prayercourse.org/session/spiritual-warfare/
This is the final week of the prayer course, I hope you have enjoyed it over the last two months.
Below is the link to the website of the whole course and you can watch any of the individual sessions again.
https://prayercourse.org/sessions/

Christian Unions Ireland
The prayer points for this week.


26th – 31st March
– Three out of the four members of Cork Institute of Technology CU committee are graduating this year. With a small CU and not many students coming behind, pray that the right people are found to form a new committee and continue helping the CU grow in evangelism and care for their campus.
– Give thanks for the boldness and creativity of students in mission. Pray for those planning outreach events and talks this semester, seeking to proclaim God’s goodness as warmly and relationally as possible, whilst juggling with Covid–regulations.
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Jigsaw
The times for yesterday’s Jigsaw

Janice 1:44
Derek 2:55
Jean 3:07

Play the "Derwentwater Wednesday" puzzle!
https://www.jigsawplanet.com/?rc=play&pid=39743a543112

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Tuesday 30th March 2021

30/3/2021

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Beside The Burn
Hope At Easter. During this Pandemic do you ever feel that you are Sinking? This week we have a series of special messages for Easter Week. Each day we find Hope At Easter as we listen to what Jesus said from the cross. We have a bible reading some special music from Eileen a message from J. John, a testimony about Trypraying and a guest singer. Listen each day (including Saturday) and share with someone who might benefit.

Say Yes To Jesus
If you would like to trust Jesus find out more here.
https://www.ucb.co.uk/yes
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What Kind Of Follower
An honest conversation about walking with Jesus.
https://www.eauk.org/resources/what-we-offer/courses-and-small-groups/what-kind-of-follower
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Let’s Pray For Paula Burrows (deaconess in Ballygrainey) 
Pray for Paula and the work she is involved in which includes the Lighthouse Club, Tweenies group, women's discipleship (through PW and other small group settings) and developing mission opportunities in the community through Holiday Bible Clubs, Bangor Cares, etc.


Galway Presbyterian Church
Pray that online services and gatherings would be used for God's glory. Pray for the leaders, for youth and student work, for those doing online membership classes and for children’s ministry. Pray for revival in the West.
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New City Catechism
Q. What Sort of Redeemer is Needed to Bring Us Back to God?
A. One who is truly human and also truly God.


https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/new-city-catechism/what-sort-of-redeemer-is-needed-to-bring-us-back-to-god/
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Glen Scrivener
“Reading Between The Lines” a series working through the bible looking at the well known phrases.
On Eagle’s Wings

If Hell Is Real
In this episode of TGC Q&A, @JaredCWilson and @AfshinZiafat discuss the question, “If hell is real, how do Christians justify anything except evangelism?”
https://t.co/Ezu7ibsRJW
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Jesus In Jerusalem
The Bible Society have created a series of videos which follow Jesus’ footsteps in Holy Week.

Jigsaw
The times for yesterday’s Jigsaw

Jean 2:56
Frances 3:56

Play the "Salmon House" puzzle!
https://www.jigsawplanet.com/?rc=play&pid=0634e9ef8025

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Monday 29th March 2021

29/3/2021

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Beside The Burn
Hope At Easter. During this Pandemic do you ever feel that you are Sinking? This week we have a series of special messages for Easter Week. Each day we find Hope At Easter as we listen to what Jesus said from the cross. We have a bible reading some special music from Eileen a message from J. John, a testimony about Trypraying and a guest singer. Listen each day (including Saturday) and share with someone who might benefit.

Say Yes To Jesus
If you would like to trust Jesus find out more here.
https://www.ucb.co.uk/yes
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Let’s Pray For Moderator 
With Easter approaching, the Moderator will reflect on the theme of Hope during a number of services and at other events. Give thanks that our times are in God’s hands, and that because of this we can be a people of hope in trying times.


Worshipping with Easter in sight 
As we worship with Easter in sight, ask God that we might know the reassurance that Jesus is King and praise him as the one who still comes to us in the name of the Lord.


Naomi Leremore (global mission worker in Kenya) 
Ask for God’s blessing on the Theological Education by Extension’s curriculum team which Naomi is part of, as they design a mentoring book for girls. Pray over their first meeting which will take place in April and for the preparation work needing to be done beforehand.


Myanmar
Pray for Myanmar following the recent military coup and protests against it. Pray for peace and for the restoration of democracy. Pray too for the leaders and members of the Presbyterian Church of Myanmar.
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Facing The Canon
In this weeks Facing the Canon episode, J.John speaks with apologist and evangelist Dr Amy Orr-Ewing about a Christian response to pain and suffering.

Glen Scrivener
“Reading Between The Lines” a series working through the bible looking at the well known phrases.
Bread Of Heaven

Jesus In Jerusalem
The Bible Society have created a series of videos which follow Jesus’ footsteps in Holy Week.
Read more here and watch the video below.
https://www.biblesociety.org.uk/explore-the-bible/bible-trek/jesus-enters-jerusalem-bible-trek-easter-series-01/

Dead Sea Scrolls
Earlier this week, Israeli archeologists announced the discovery of dozens of Dead Sea Scroll fragments. Here are nine things you know about the greatest manuscript discovery of modern times. 
https://t.co/XFhpSpQdNc


http://twitter.com/TGC/status/1374036906053398534
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Is He Worthy?
From Andrew Peterson

Jigsaw
The times for yesterday’s Jigsaw

Derek 15:06
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Play the "Portstewart Monday" puzzle!
https://www.jigsawplanet.com/?rc=play&pid=36ce3790f5f4

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Friday 26th March 2021

26/3/2021

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Beside The Burn
This week we continue week 5 of the Journey of Lent, a journey of 40 days through the Wilderness with Jesus Christ towards Easter. We go on a Journey of New Life with Jesus through the wilderness as the Holy Spirit takes dry bones and breaths new life.

Look out next week for a series of special devotionals for Holy Week.


Let’s Pray For Social Witness
Pray for all our home and unit managers as they approach the first anniversary of the coronavirus outbreak. Pray for renewed energy as they begin to manage the transition and attempt to return to some level of normality over the weeks and months to come. Give thanks for their dedication, resourcefulness and compassion over the Covid-19 crisis.


Media
Pray for those who bring us the news, working in difficult days and changed working environments – especially those who are under threat. Give thanks for the freedom of the press that we enjoy across the island of Ireland.
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Glen Scrivener
“Reading Between The Lines” a series working through the bible looking at the well known phrases.
Flesh Pots

At home with the Gettys
A documentary by Stephen Watson with keith and Kristyn Getty on BBC Thursday 1st April 10:45pm
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The Hiding Place
Everyday we share another instalment of the film about Corrie Ten Boom Part 15

Dead Sea Scrolls Discovered (11 minute video)
If you can cope with the enthusiasm of the presenter this is a short news bulletin detailing the new discovery of Dead Sea Scrolls.
On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck is joined by top Israeli tour guide and archaeologist Danny "The Digger" Herman to break down one of the most important archaeological discoveries in years. For the first time in decades, Israeli archaeologists have found a new set of Dead Sea Scrolls during a daring excavation in a remote cave in the Judean Desert. Included among the finds were fragments of 2,000-year-old Biblical manuscripts containing verses from the Biblical books of Nahum and Zechariah, written in Greek. What priceless Biblical artifacts might archaeologists find next? ​

Anything You Want (30 minute Audio)
If God said you could have anything you wanted, what would you choose? We look at this question, and many more, in our 30-minute study of 1 Kings! Listen now on UCB Player.
https://t.co/qahfhQtM1f
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Conversion Therapy (8 minute video)
Some ask why we @EAUKnews are speaking up about conversion therapy. In this Q&A we explain that we oppose abusive and harmful practices associated with conversion therapy but are calling on the government to protect those seeking spiritual support.
https://t.co/86v5RizG9e

FILM CHOICE
This week I continue to suggest a film each day. These videos are free to watch but may take a little longer than the usual video to fully appreciate.
Hudson Taylor Into The Heart of the Dragon (58 minute video)
The story of Hudson Taylor who pioneered  missionary work to China.

Piping Up Organ Concert at Temple Square (30 minute video)
Another organ concert from 25th December 2020

Are You a Spiritual Person? 
What does Paul mean by “those who are spiritual”? The answer is found in the rest of Galatians. 
https://t.co/7sJrpzeWI0
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Jigsaw
The times for yesterday’s Jigsaw​

Derek 3:03
Jean 3:05
Frances 3:30

​A more challenging puzzle for the weekend.
Play the "Strand Friday" puzzle!
https://www.jigsawplanet.com/?rc=play&pid=337c988053d0
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Thursday 25th March 2021

25/3/2021

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Beside The Burn
This week we continue week 5 of the Journey of Lent, a journey of 40 days through the Wilderness with Jesus Christ towards Easter. We go on a Journey of New Life with Jesus through the wilderness as the Holy Spirit takes dry bones and breaths new life.

Let’s Pray For Heidi England (deaconess in Railway Street, Lisburn) 
Pray for those in the congregation who are isolated, bereaved or afraid, that they will experience Jesus himself ministering to them. Pray for the women who take part in the online Bible study, that they will hear God speaking to them and pray too for Heidi as she leads it.


Fahan congregation
Pray for wisdom and discernment for all involved in the Fahan and Waterside vacancy. Pray for the online services and midweeks viewed by many non-members, and for support for the wider community. ​
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All Your Anxiety
This hymn was mentioned during the prayer meeting yesterday so I thought I would share it with everyone.
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All your anxiety, all your care
Bring to the mercy seat, leave it there,
Never a burden He cannot bear,
Never a friend like Jesus!

Glen Scrivener
“Reading Between The Lines” a series working through the bible looking at the well known phrases.
Red Sea

The Hiding Place
Everyday we share another instalment of the film about Corrie Ten Boom Part 14

FILM CHOICE
This week I continue to suggest a film each day. These videos are free to watch but may take a little longer than the usual video to fully appreciate.
Count Zinzendorf: The Rich Young Ruler Who Said Yes (1 hour 45 minute video)
A film detailing in four programs the life and ministry of Count Zinzendorf who set aside a life of wealth, politics and privilege to follow God's call. Once in a while someone comes along who has a profound effect on the course of future history. Count Zinzendorf was one of those remarkable people. Born into nobility in 1700, he put aside a life of wealth, politics and privilege to follow God's call. He established a refugee settlement for persecuted Christians.

Hardened Heart (27 minute video)
What did it mean when the Bible said God hardened Pharaoh's heart? @greglaurie explores this topic and looks at how we can make sure OUR OWN hearts are not hardened. Watch now on UCB Player. https://t.co/kM2bdFFKNr

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A Song A Month
Since the world changed last March, musicians have captured this season’s many moods and themes. Here are 12 highlights—one from each month. 


https://t.co/gfhY6k5UyV
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Salvation
Here is a song-based resource on the Doctrine of Salvation you can use to teach your children. https://t.co/xKgajVrbi9
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Did Jesus Exist
How do we know that Jesus really existed, was crucified and died? Is it rational to believe that Jesus rose from the dead? How can we trust what Jesus’ disciples reported?​

https://t.co/GaWjkkzO5p

Sustaining Life
Should we do everything medically possible to sustain life?
The answer to this question has changed even though God’s Word has not changed.
https://t.co/SHkDn4ZiBH
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What Does Hebrews 11:1 Mean?
What is the author of Hebrews getting at in this verse? 
“Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.”
Hebrews 11:1
The author of Hebrews is presenting much more than a definition of what faith is, but also offering a summary of what faith does. 
https://www.crossway.org/articles/what-does-hebrews-111-mean/
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Piping Up Organ Concert at Temple Square (30 minute video)
Another organ concert from 2nd December 2020

Jigsaw
The times for yesterday’s Jigsaw

Jean 3:06
Derek 3:06

Frances 3:47

Play the "Portstewart Thursday" puzzle!
https://www.jigsawplanet.com/?rc=play&pid=03861a67b2fc

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