Rob Buckingham

Superstitions can be harmless or dangerous. How should Christians respond to them, and do we sometimes unknowingly embrace superstitions?

Very Superstitious - Bayside Church This blog’s title comes from a catchy 1970s song that sounds as good today as it did then—Superstition by Stevie...

If you love God, you can't only love some of his children ~ Muhammad Ali

The scriptures and God are supposed to be searched, questioned, and wrestled with.

Search, Wrestle, Question | Ps Rob Buckingham For more information, please visit our website: http://baysidechurch.com.auSubscribe to Bayside: http://bit.ly/23RXeOlConnect with Us: https://bit.ly/2LwHCwN

Are Christians supposed to defend God and their faith and oppose sacrilegious things? Read my latest blog to find out.

Should Christians Defend Their Faith? - Bayside Church A few weeks ago, there was an outpouring of outrage about the supposed mockery of the Lord’s Supper at the...

How can we navigate the bible stories about genocide?

I hope my latest blog is helpful as you wrestle with this problem.

The Genocidal God - Bayside Church I’ve had several conversations recently with Christians—and former Christians—about the Bible stories in which God appears to command or sanction...

My latest sermon explores three practical ways to help us understand scripture.

The Condensed Bible | Ps Rob Buckingham For more information, please visit our website: http://baysidechurch.com.auSubscribe to Bayside: http://bit.ly/23RXeOlConnect with Us: https://bit.ly/2LwHCwN

My latest sermon offers some wise advice for every sphere of life!

Engage Your Filter | Ps Rob Buckingham For more information, please visit our website: http://baysidechurch.com.auSubscribe to Bayside: http://bit.ly/23RXeOlConnect with Us: https://bit.ly/2LwHCwN

My latest blog explores the problem of Christians who use Bible verses to judge, condemn, and ostracise others.

Christian Tattoos and Other Contradictions - Bayside Church Have you noticed how often the Bible is cherry-picked? I’m sure we all have our favourite verses—those memorable to us...

I'm fascinated by the MAGA movement and message.
* When was America great?
* Why was it great?
* When did it stop being great?
* What would make it great again?
* Why wasn't this achieved in Trump's first term?

Please discuss :)

If one synchronised swimmer drowns, do they all drown?

Bible numerology is a fascinating subject. I hope you enjoy the insights in my latest blog.

Bible Numerology - Bayside Church One of the things I find fascinating about the Scriptures is that they contain many divine signatures that set them...

Should Christians be banned from the Olympics because we have an unfair advantage? Christ is our strength!

Is the outrage about the Olympic Opening Ceremony warranted?

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Olympic Opening Outrage - Bayside Church I’ve just had seven weeks off—my first long service leave in 32 years of leading Bayside Church. My time away...

I've enjoyed a wonderful seven-week long service leave. Refreshed & energised :)

I am officially on long service leave and also taking a tech break. Back in August!

The sequel to last week's blog on Paul's thorn in the flesh:

Lessons from the Thorn - Bayside Church In last week’s blog, I explored the context of 2 Corinthians 11 and 12. I specified the nature of Paul’s...

My latest sermon is an exposition of 1 Corinthians 10:1-13. Be encouraged!

Faithful God - First Fruits Weekend | Ps Rob Buckingham The Bible is full of stories of God's faithfulness to His people. He is ever present and helps His children to find a way or a new perspective. This First Fr...

Was it epilepsy, a chronic eye disease, or something else?

What is Paul's Thorn in the Flesh? - Bayside Church Over the years, there has been much conjecture about what Paul called a thorn in his flesh, which he was...

A short and inspiring sermon on Acts chapter 2.

Pentecost Sunday | Ps Rob Buckingham Ps Rob reflects on the first Pentecost day - the Upper Room Experience in Acts 2 - and how this is still vital to Christians today.For more information, plea...

Is it ever okay for a Christian to swear an oath?

Should I Swear an Oath? - Bayside Church Jesus taught us not to swear oaths, but there are occasions when we are required to. Should I swear an...