Category: Faith & spiritual life

Psalm 134: A Tiny Psalm with a Mighty Message

April 27, 2023
Tom Mepham

Discover the power of praise in Psalm 134, a tiny yet mighty Psalm that teaches us to embrace praise in both good times and struggles. Let it inspire you to choose praise and find strength in God's presence.

The Message in Bulletpoints

December 15, 2022
Tom Mepham

Student Soul is not just about building a congregation or reaching people, but inviting you into a vision. That vision is simple: to find your place in the family of Jesus, become who you're called to be with the help of the Holy Spirit, and make a difference in the world as a follower of Christ.

Read It With Your Own Eyes, And Don’t Be Afraid! Some Limited Insights on the Art and Practice of Bible Reading

May 6, 2022
Tom Mepham

Looking to deepen your understanding of Christianity? Reading the Bible is a core and central part of the practice, and can provide a wealth of knowledge and insight. In this post, we explore different approaches to reading the Bible, from starting at the beginning to following daily selections. We...

preparing to listen for a fresh word from God

July 23, 2020
Tom Mepham

Read (or listen to) Romans 8:26-39 26 Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but that very Spirit intercedes with sighs too deep for words. 27 And God, who searches the heart, knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit...

The Open Life

July 8, 2020
Tom Mepham

In "The Open Life," Tom Mepham shares his reflections on Jesus' parable about the closed and open life. Through the stories of John the Baptist, Jesus, and Toiroa, Tom invites readers to cultivate an openness to God and new life. He offers a simple prayer practice to embody that openness and invites...

The Reshaping

April 28, 2020
Tom Mepham

Looking for a way to move forward in these uncertain times? In this post, you're invited to make a choice to lean into God and dig deeper into faith. Join a collaborative community committed to shaping the future and embrace Christ's call on your life in leadership, creativity, and service. Give this...