There is fruit

Great to have an opportunity to teach from Titus and to see evidence of fruit on a quiet island. A couple of ladies from Orthodox backgrounds regularly take part in mid week Bible study and we're part of a small congregation of about 12.

Against my wishes (and probably against their better judgement) I ended up leading the whole meeting, probably leaving out several normal elements of a Greek Evangelical morning meeting, but I doubt they were crucial!

As far as I can tell it made sense and will hopefully be of some encouragement. Yet again, let's be liberated by the great simplicity of the biblical strategy for the growth of the gospel: believe it, preach it, live it out well and publicly. Not only is that how the gospel goes out, but it is also, if we'll believe the scripture, the good life.

Going to church by boat

I'm teaching Titus 3 at a small summer congregation on the island of Aigina (an hour from Piraeus) this morning.

No idea what to expect but I'm wondering how one would set out to live deliberately for the progress of the gospel when you spend most of your summer months on a peaceful little island. I imagine such a set up could make one feel a long way from the front line. At the same time, the gospel of the grace of God to us in Jesus trains us to love to do good, even on holiday, which is just what Titus 3 teaches (among other things).

Almost brilliant advice

On the way to the airport a solar energy company has a highly visible advert. We've tried to take pictures a couple of times and here's the best we've managed.

But for a wrong vowel it is the best advice (command really) they could give us. Free too.

Imagine Paros

I was on my bike behind this bus today and I did as the advert told me, and thought I would invite you to do the same. It's not too late to join us on the team! Have a look at this for more info.