Nautical Beacons

for church leaders

Reflections on issues that particularly impact the perspective and ministry of Christian Leaders - Read more...
Navigational Aids

for life's journey

Observations about some of life's daily realities that seek to influence the way we think and behave - Read more...
Mike's Log

for fellow travellers

A collection of responses to some of life's experiences that make up a personal journal or 'log book' - Read more...

Welcome to Barnabas Network

Why "Barnabas"?

Barnabas was a New Testament character whose real name was Joseph but the apostles gave him the nickname, "Barnabas" which means "Son of Encouragement". We want this website to be a means of encouragement to our fellow believers and leaders.

Why "Network"?

Because we understand that our site is but one of many that seek to encourage other believers. We are just one of a “network of lighthouses” along a dangerous coastline.
We hope whatever light shines for you from this part of that network will encourage you on your journey.

Statement of Purpose

To Support the Faithful

To be an avenue that supports and stimulates passion for Jesus Christ in the lives of all who have committed themselves to follow Him and to cheer them on life's journey as they seek to fulfill Jesus' purpose for their lives.

To Strengthen the Weary

To encourage those who are currently enduring a season of struggle and weariness to find their strength in God - especially when the winds and currents are making progress hard-going.

To Sustain the Wounded

To be an agent of God's healing for those who are casualties in the spiritual conflict in that they have suffered emotional, relational or spiritual injuries.

To Stretch the Comfortable

To sound a warning for those who have surrendered their spiritual "cutting edge" in preference for a safer or more comfortable journey and to encourage them to re-engage with their high calling.

Latest Log Items

God's Power Through My Weakness18/1/2012
Last Sunday morning I woke at 4.30am. feeling considerably less than ordinary. I slowly became conscious of my surroundings and, more especially,...
I Am Not The Light12/1/2012
One of the great dangers facing those involved in pastoral ministry is to confuse our role and to forget who we are and how we are to fulfil our...

Nautical Beacons

for church leaders

Navigational Aids

for life's journey

Mike's Log

for fellow travellers