Category Archives: Featured

Craig writes about the difference between raising boys and girls when it comes to allowing for freedom. I definitely noticed this difference when I was growing up. While my brothers, once they left school, were given a lot more freedom … Continue reading →

“Though we have brought forth some fruit unto Christ, and have a joyful hope that we are “plants of his own right hand planting”, yet there are times when we feel very barren. Prayer is lifeless, love is cold, faith … Continue reading →

Last night at bible study we had a really interesting discussion on getting more physical when it comes to corporate worship. The discussion was sparked after reading Nehemiah 8 and his account of how the people of Israel responded to the reading of Moses’ Law. It … Continue reading →

I’ve been tagged by Bonnie to tell you 6 random things about me. 1. I took singing classes when I was in Year seven. My elderly teacher entered me into the “Contemporary” section of our school Esteddford. Everyone else sang … Continue reading →

1. Go to Europe. 2. Own an item of clothing from Rose and Ruby. 3. Write a “letter to the editor”. 4. Paint a really big oil painting. 5. Frame picutres I’ve painted in the past (it’s pricey to frame things!). 6. … Continue reading →

I went to bed after coming home from Crossfire this morning and didn’t wake up until 4:10pm. “I don’t think you should go to church, you still look sick,” said husband. “But it’s been two weeks!” I protested. “Yes, but … Continue reading →

At the end of this year, Sam and I are moving churches. The reason for the move is a long-sighted one. Basically, we want to learn. We want to gain a fresh perspective on how to serve and love Jesus … Continue reading →

This is my first ‘featured’ post on the new look fountainside – I’ve been thinking about this post for ages, written it about 5 times, but never been able to quite get it right. It’s kinda long – but humility is an important thing, so I’m happy to say lots about it! Continue reading →

Something Sam and I like to do now and again is pick things from pop culture and turn them into sermon titles. The latest title Sam thought of is Shopping For Labels, Shopping For Love, from Fergie’s most recent song Labels or … Continue reading →

…as gleamed from looking back at my old diaries.
1. Don’t waste your single life wishing you were married. Be content and live in the present, or you’ll miss out.

2. Spend lots of time with your friends. Strengthen your relationships and don’t take people for granted. Build up memories for the times when you’re all older [...]
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