Jesus used the symbolism of the Passover meal—a celebration of God’s past deliverance—to usher in a new covenant. In doing so, He established a new way to remember: not what we must bring, but that He became what was needed, fulfilling what we never could. Now we no longer need to strive to measure up but instead are invited to live from the fullness of God's grace.
Read MoreAs we explore the powerful story of Jesus’ anointing in Bethany, we discover a woman’s costly act of love, revealing the true meaning of worship. We ask the question 'What is your oil?' and learn from this powerful story that giving our best to Jesus, no matter the cost, becomes a delight when we know how much He’s worth.
Read MoreAfter the Triumphal Entry, Jesus did two surprising things: He cursed a fig tree and cleansed the Temple—actions that might seem unexpected if we think of Him as only 'meek and mild.' But what if these moments reveal something deeper? And what if His message is just as relevant for us today?
Read MoreJesus’ last week began with the Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem — which was a deliberate fulfilment of prophecy and a public claim to be the Messiah. However, the same crowd that welcomed Him with praise on Sunday were clamouring for His death by Friday because He didn’t meet their expectations of a conquering king. This shift challenges us today: Will we continue to trust and worship God even when He doesn’t act according to our expectations?
Read MoreJesus gave us a mandate to GO into all the world and make disciples, but rather than send us out on our own, Jesus invites us to YOKE ourselves to Him — meaning we rely on His strength, guidance, and power rather than our own efforts. By working in partnership with Him, we see a vision of mission that is reliant on His leadership and strength to do what is impossible on our own.
Read MoreWhile many associate fasting with personal devotion or intercession, few are aware of its connection in Scripture with “almsgiving” — a practice that combines generosity, serving, and justice. This perspective shifts fasting from a purely inward practice into a tangible way to love and serve our neighbours.
Read MoreThroughout Scripture and church history, the people of God have found that fasting increases the effectiveness of their prayers. But why? Fasting is a means of humbling ourselves before God, which seems to release God’s Kingdom in surprising ways.
Read MoreJesus taught that part of following Him means we will have to deny ourselves. But how can we develop a heart of self-denial while living in a culture that encourages us to indulge every appetite? One way is through the practice of fasting, which cultivates self-denial in us and transforms us to become like Jesus.
Read MoreFasting was a routine part of Christian life for the first 1,500 years of church history, but the Western Church rarely practices it anymore. Could it be that we are missing something? What if all those people throughout church history discovered that fasting could usher us into a much richer and more transformative experience of our faith?
Read MoreHow does God transform us to become like Jesus? We commonly think that it’s the result of more information, more self-discipline, or that God will just miraculously fix us. But the pattern we see in Scripture reveals that transformation mostly comes through a process of confrontation, surrender, and practising the way of Jesus.
Read MoreWe’re all in the process of formation. Every day, whether you’re a Christian or not, our culture is forming us to be like someone or something. So the question we all have to ask ourselves is: “What kind of person am I being formed into?” At Antioch, we exist to help you become like Jesus. Our transformation is the foundation for everything we do at church.
Read MoreOn Sunday, we acknowledged the transition into the new year by giving God an opportunity to speak into our lives as we looked back at 2024 and sought His guidance and counsel for 2025.
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