More than a postcard

I've had some texts in the past couple of days from my dad. He seems to be have a great time on his South Island tour. He's getting mostly beautiful blue skies to make most of the stunning views it seems. I don't think he was quite prepared for just how amazing the scenery would be. You can see pictures and watch films and stuff and think you know what to expect, but when you're surrounded by the natural beauty, in the middle of it, it's another matter. To quote my dad - "Blown away is right. What a country to live in". Indeed.

Tonight I went along to the first evening of the Men's Christchurch Convention. It's always such an encouragement to get a group of Christian men together to pray, sing and hear God's word faithfully taught. This year's speaker, at the 4th annual MCC, is Richard Coekin, the convention chairmen of the London Men's Convention that I've been to in the past at the Royal Albert Hall. I guess some of you in London will have heard of Richard before and maybe will have heard him speak too. He is speaking on Hebrews 11 and 12 over two nights. Tonight's talk was great - challenging and encouraging. It's just a shame that I'm going to miss tomorrow's talk. At least I can get it on CD later, eh? The joy of MP3s.

The reason I can't go tomorrow is due to the Christianty Explored course Joanne and I are helping lead that I've mentioned before. It's the first night tomorrow. If it's what you do, please do pray for tomorrow evening. We really appreciate your support in that way. Thank you.