Our world often measures greatness by displays of strength — the physical strength of an athlete, the financial strength of a corporation, the political strength of a leader, or the military strength of an army.
Strength, power, and dominance are celebrated and admired. Yet, when we turn to Christian literature and the life of Christ, we encounter a strikingly different perspective.
In one of the most poignant moments of the Gospel, Jesus — bruised from beatings, crowned with thorns, mocked and humiliated — is presented before the jeering crowd. Pilate announces, “Behold the man” (John 19:5). In this moment of apparent weakness, Jesus displays the greatest strength the world has ever known: the strength to endure suffering, to embrace humility, and to demonstrate an unbreakable love for humanity.
While people are often eager to speak boldly about their accomplishments and strengths, the Apostle Paul turns this thinking on its head. In 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, Paul describes how he learned to “delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties.” Why? Because it is in his weakness that Christ’s power rests upon him. Paul’s conclusion is simple yet profound: “For when I am weak, then I am strong.”
This morning let us to reconsider our understanding of strength. True strength is not found in dominance, success, or human achievement, but in surrender to God’s grace. It is in our moments of weakness, dependence, and vulnerability that Christ’s power is most clearly seen.
Join us for our regular Sunday Service, starting at 10:30 a.m.
Key Scriptures
John 19:2-5, 2 Corinthians 12: 1-10
Spring Into Action (SIA)
https://tpcf.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/SIA-April-2025.pdf
Baptism Service – Easter Sunday, 20th April 2025
We’d love to hear from you if you are interested in taking this beautiful step of faith through baptism or want more information! Email bau@tpcf.org.uk.
Dates for your diary
* The Art of Worship: Praise & Paint – Saturday 24th May – 4pm – 7pm
* Relationship Seminar – Part 1 – Saturday 26th April
* Adult Sunday School: Every Sunday, 09:30 a.m. – 10:25 a.m.
* Children Sunday School: 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month
Weekly Prayer Meeting Service
You are invited to join our weekly Zoom prayer meetings, week commencing 28th April:
- Tuesdays: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- Wednesdays: 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm & 7:00 pm – 8.30 pm
- Saturdays: 07.00 am – 08.00 am
Contact bau@tpcf.org.uk for the Zoom details.
PCF Events
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Pastoral Support or general enquiries
If you have any questions, concerns, or a pastoral need, email connect@tpcf.org.uk or call 020 8801 1873.
