Apathy
In Sunday’s sermon, we heard a timely reminder from Ps Andrew about the danger of apathy. Not laziness, but a perpetual preoccupation with things of no importance, so we don’t have time for the things of greatest importance. Here are a few resources that we’d recommend if you want some prompts to help you hear and heed the trumpet call of the word of God!
1. “The Pilgrim’s Progress” by John Bunyan
A classic – but even if you have read it before, it is worth a re-read! Journey with young Christian as he learns increasingly more about God, himself, the life of a Christian as he endures many toils, snares, and also great gifts of encouragement along the way to being taken surely to his eternal home. We have a few copies available for borrowing, but there are also many children’s versions available you could read through as a family.
2. “Rejoice and Tremble” by Michael Reeves
One of many topics in the series “31-day Devotionals for Life”. This particular devotional is for couples at any stage in their marriage wanting to grow deeper. It focuses on the power of words and communication for good or evil. Whether your marriage is characterised by a war of words, silent treatment, or is full of encouragement – this devotional will be a help. It seeks to help set what is of most importance – God – at the centre of your relationship and guard against other lesser things becoming dominant.
Other titles in this devotional series include: Anxiety – Knowing God’s Peace, Perfectionism – Pursuing Excellence with Wisdom, Depression – Finding Christ in the Darkness, A Painful Past – Healing and moving forward, & Fearing Others – Putting God First.
3. “What Fuels the Mission of the Church?” by Daniel Hames & Michael Reeves
This small book packs a punch! The sermon reminded us that a sign of apathy can be a lack of concern for the lost. We won’t ‘get’ a zeal for the lost from a book, but it can help us to behold the beauty of Christ afresh. From whom we then overflow with rejoicing, and become compelled to speak and live in such a way that others would come to know the cause for joy in our lives.