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On the third day He rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and His kingdom will have no end. This month we are looking at what the Nicene...

This series has recently been looking at the opening and closing words of most church services. They usually go something like this: (In)         The Lord be with you.   And also with you. (Out)      Go in the light and peace of Christ.     Thanks be to God. This month let’s consider what’s pretty much the very next...

Luke 11:1: ‘Lord, teach us to pray.’  Luke tells us that the disciples asked Jesus to teach them how to pray after He had just prayed.  This is very important.  In His preaching Jesus had spoken about prayer; (e.g. Matt. 6:5-8) He had also included prayer in His teaching; e.g. Luke 18:1. But it was...

You search the Scriptures, for in them you think you have eternal life; and these are they which testify of Me. John 5:39 I like the King James’ version of the bible. I enjoy the old-fashioned expressions and the richness of the language. That version of the Bible has been so important to our history....

This is the time of year for many churches to hold their Harvest Festival services. No doubt, there will be displays of food, some bought with others grown in gardens and allotments. While gardeners can have pleasure growing fruit and vegetables it can be hard work tending to them and dealing with pests. Jesus knew...

1600 years ago, Europe’s top scholar was an Italian called Jerome; he loved the works of Cicero.  One night he dreamt that he had died, and reached the gates of heaven. The gate-keeper spoke to him: ‘Who are you?’ “Christianus sum.” replied Jerome. “I’m a Christian.” “No.” said the gatekeeper. “You’re not a Christian. You’re...

Transfiguration From the Vicar What’s the Big Idea?An Introduction to: 1 Corinthians The Nicene Creed part 3: The Incarnate Jesus Reflecting Faith: Saying ‘Farewell’ Praying with the Prayers of the Bible – The Prayer from the Depth of Despair  Give Him a Call! How big was the Flood? When I Say I Am A Christian...

‘There Must Be More to Life Than This’. These words from Freddie Mercury of Queen will resonate with many of us, when we are looking to get more out of life, even as Christians. At a deeper level, we want to see and hear more clearly what God is doing in our circumstances. The Transfiguration...

‘There Must Be More to Life Than This’. These words from Freddie Mercury of Queen will resonate with many of us, when we are looking to get more out of life, even as Christians. At a deeper level, we want to see and hear more clearly what God is doing in our circumstances. The Transfiguration...

‘When people become Christians, they don’t at the same moment become nice. This always comes as something of a surprise’ (Eugene Peterson). After founding the church in Corinth Paul spent a year and a half with them, showing them how to live out this new life as a community of believers. Corinth was a major...

For us men and for our salvation He came down from heaven; by the power of the Holy Spirit He became incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake He was crucified under Pontius Pilate; He suffered death and was buried.   In this study we are looking at what the...

Last month we considered how we are welcomed at the beginning of a church service, as we come together to enter into the real presence of God. This month let’s consider how we say ‘goodbye’ at the end of the service. For the leader of the service doesn’t just say something like, “Thanks for coming,...