Tully Seventh-day Adventist Church

16/08/2025

GIVE in 3 steps!

1. Go to egiving.org.au

2. Choose a church (it can be your own or any other)

3. Scroll down to “Mamarapha College”, type in the amount of your gift, hit the GIVE button.

Follow the instructions and you’re done. Thank you for both your financial and spiritual support.

13/08/2024

A GREAT video on how we can better witness for Jesus....not just in word but through our lives! Have a watch!

Jackie Hill-Perry and Preston Perry spark controversy on their podcast 'With the Perrys' with guests; Dr Eric Mason & Reverend Thunder, as they make accusati...

22/06/2024

Finding Peace in Fear

Psalm 56:3 (NIV) - "When I am afraid, I put my trust in you."

Fear is a universal human experience. It can creep into our lives in many forms – fear of the future, fear of failure, fear of loss, fear of the unknown. It can paralyze us, cloud our judgment, and steal our joy. But when we feel surrounded by our fear, Psalm 56:3 offers us a lifeline of hope and reassurance.

The psalmist, facing a time of great distress and uncertainty, boldly declares his trust in God. Even in the face of overwhelming fear, he chooses to shift his focus from the source of his anxiety to the One who holds his future in His hands.

This verse isn't a denial of fear. It's a recognition that fear is real, but it doesn't have to have the final say. We can acknowledge our fear, bring it before God, and then choose to place our trust in Him.

Questions for contemplation:

- What are some fears that are present in your life right now?
- How have you responded to those fears in the past?
- What does it mean for you to put your trust in God when you are afraid?
- How can you actively cultivate trust in God while facing your fears?

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank you for your presence in our lives, even when we are afraid. Help us to release our fears to you and to choose trust over fear. Remind us of your faithfulness, your love, and your power. Fill us with your peace that surpasses all understanding. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Some other things to consider...

+ Reflect on times in your life when you have experienced God's faithfulness even while we fear.
+ Consider memorizing Psalm 56:3 as a reminder of where to turn when fear arises.
+ Seek out the support of trusted friends or a spiritual mentor as you navigate your fears.

Remember: You are not alone in your fear. God is with you, and He is bigger than anything you face. As you learn to trust in Him more fully, you will find peace and strength even during life's storms.

10/10/2021

Take a moment to think about all the pastors you’ve seen in your lifetime. People who have supported you and a body of believers through highs and lows, through joy and suffering. Through conflict and resolution.

Not all of us can be pastors, just like not all body parts can be hands, or feet, or eyes. But pastors are inherently important to the body of Christ - and today we want to extend our appreciation of them!

They come in and out of our lives, often being uprooted by the call to a new place. Their spouses, children and family pet(s) follow and walk alongside them. They gain friends, and lose friendship circles. They journey through many trials. Like all of us, they are humans with real lives, real struggles, and real joys.

And they are, as children of God, deserving of support. Deserving of affirmation, encouragement, and uplifting prayer.

So take some time today on our Annual Pastor Appreciation day to reach out to your current pastor and maybe one of the pastors from earlier years of your life to let them know a specific way in which you appreciate them!

Feel free to tag them below and share the love right here on social media!

29/09/2021