A series of analogies between stage performances and Bible themes.

Focus on the bigger picture, and get the joy of the Lord by understanding your position in God's eyes.

Maintaining your joy is the best way to keep your Christian journey moving forwards.

Don't keep ignoring the opportunities that are currently on offer from God.

The answer to your prayer need is already ready and waiting, because God is not bound by natural laws.

You are not a cosmic accident. God has a reason for your existence and a plan for your life.

The principles about using the power of God and stepping out in faith are easy to understand. Putting them into practice though, is another story.

The Christian world-view offers hope and contentment regardless of personal circumstances.

Christianity is not about blind faith, as God offers plenty of evidence.

Evil is a concept more subtle than most people realise. Sin and evil can be anything that goes against what God would have you to do. How is it to be overcome?

The Bible often likens spirtual growth and development to plant growth and development. There are many similarities including the fact that sometimes something has to die, so that something can live.

Part two in the 'Giving of Thanks' series. The attitude of giving thanks allows you to live a comfortable life without falling into complacency.

The giving of thanks to God is an ongoing mindset. It allows you face trials with strength.

The power of God is readily available today. It is accessed through consistency of faith.

The teachings of Jesus Christ are offensive to many people. Jesus himself was murdered because people didn't like what he said. Are things any different today?

It's not about winning the race, but about continuing on despite what is going on around us. Spiritual fitness is about being well enough in your soul to maintain your place in the Lord's kingdom.

A lot of behaviour in the Animal Kingdom for survival is built in genetically. Spirtually, God also has a code built in to humans that allows survival of the soul

It's not about what people choose to believe or think, it's about what God has already defined.

Within most people, there is a built-in desire to improve, develop and progress in life. Ensure you have an effective and lasting spirtual life, by basing it on the empowering of the Holy Spirit.

Lots of people in the Bible thought that God had made a mistake in choosing them for the task at hand. How do you feel about God choosing you? [Note:There is about 30 seconds of bad audio quality early in the talk]