When Jesus died, for how long was there darkness over the land?
Which king was forced to throw Daniel into the lions' den?
What was the second plague on Egpyt?
Which is the longest book in the Pentatuch?
By what object did Jesus meet the woman of Samaria?
Who wrote 'The King of the Jews' above the cross of Jesus?
"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son", who was Jesus speaking to?
Our video of the week is a Sermon Jam from the team at Refresh Ministries. It's Tim Keller on the breathtaking nature of God's unconditional love. "What's a 'sermon jam' you ask?" - well, watch and enjoy!
And if you enjoy the video, you will probably enjoy reading Tim's book - The Prodigal God in which he explains the Jesus' invitation to all - to enter in to the ‘unique, radical nature of the gospel’: the reckless, spendthrift love of God.
Open Doors USA has released its 2015 World Watch List.
Food for prayer.
Why not consider reading this book which tells of extraordinary stories of men and women who suffered and died for the gospel in Ethiopia.
Before Christmas, Steve Kryger from Communicate Jesus emailed 100 Australian churches to ask about their Chrstmas services. This is what happened.
One wonders what the results would be for a similar experiment in the UK? Perhaps this book my help in getting our priorities right in time for Easter...
The Christian life is a race—one in which all of us are runners.
Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. 3 Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. Hebrews 12:1-3
The Christian race is not a fun-run. It’s a matter of life and death. And the prize is much bigger than a piece of metal on a ribbon. The stakes are eternal. So we need to get rid of anything which is slowing us down.... continue reading
Sometimes it’s good to get a reality check—and these first verses of Psalm 144 are great for that. It's a psalm by King David. He's recalling God's help in subduing the enemies he faced—and looking to God for future help with great confidence.
1 Praise be to the Lord my Rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle.
2 He is my loving God and my fortress, my stronghold and my deliverer, my shield, in whom I take refuge, who subdues peoples under me.
3 Lord, what are human beings that you care for them, mere mortals that you think of them?
4 They are like a breath; their days are like a fleeting shadow. Psalm 144:1-4... continue reading
Who was the eldest child of Adam and Eve?
Leave your country, your people and your father's household and go to the ______ I will show you.
What's the average number of verses in a Psalm?
Which book finishes, "They said nothing to anyone, because they were afraid."
Who was the High Priest who questioned Jesus before the Crucifixion?
It is for _______ that Christ has set us free.
What's the last of the 10 commandments?
Here's our round-up of helpful articles, useful links and resources, and other 'good things' we think you might like:
1. 7 Reasons Not to Worry
Kevin DeYoung gives 7 reasons why we should not be anxious.
2. How to Read the Whole Bible in 2015
Do you want to read the whole Bible this year? It’s not too late to start! Justin Taylor shares a number of helpful ways to help you read through the Bible this year.
3. 5 Reasons We Eat Together as a Family
Tim Challies looks at five reasons why he prioritises eating together with his family.
4. New Titles 2015
Take a look at some of the covers of books we’re releasing this year. Tell us what you think. And take a look around our Facebook page while you’re there too!
5. Looking for help in praying regularly in 2015?
Check out this app for smart phones and tablets that Anglican Church League recommend.
6. And finally...
Our video of the week, ‘Open up the Bible Trailer’ - treat yourself to something sweet!:
Found something that you think should make it on to the On to a Good Thing round-up? Send it to: ontoagoodthing@thegoodbook.co.uk
Open up the Bible in 2015!
After the excitement and perhaps even over-indulgence of Christmas, many people resolve to cut out sweet things as they enter the new year. But there is one sweet treat that it is great to feast on more, not less! Psalm 119 says "How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth" (v103) and any Christian who has ever read their Bible will know that to be true.
