This sermon was first preached at St Peter and St Paul Church, Langham on Sunday 6th August 2023. Readings: Daniel 9:9-10,13-14; 2 Peter 1:16-19; Luke 9:28-36 We have been eyewitnesses of his majesty. On Thursday Cecily and I were driving in the car on the way to see my parents. As is customary when driving … Continue reading We Have Been Eyewitnesses Of His Majesty
Sermons
Putting Hope Into Action: No One is Separate From The Love of God
This sermon was preached at the Churches Together in Oakham Hope Into Action service on Sunday 30th July 2023 at 6pm. Reading: Romans 8:26-end Good evening, it's great to be with you all here for this special Hope Into Action service. My name is Shakeel, and I am part of the church here in Langham, … Continue reading Putting Hope Into Action: No One is Separate From The Love of God
Help! The Weeds Are Overwhelming Our Seeds of Faith
This sermon was preached on Sunday 23rd July 2023. If you have been enjoying my content, then sign up to my new newsletter to enjoy my latest content in your inbox and more. Reading: Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 We are carrying on from last week with Jesus’ parable of the weeds. At the start of Matthew … Continue reading Help! The Weeds Are Overwhelming Our Seeds of Faith
Fight the Good Fight, Run the Race, and Keep the Faith
This sermon was preached at the church of St Peter and St Paul, Langham on Sunday 2nd July 2023 for the feast of St Peter and St Paul. Readings: Acts 12:1-11; 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 17-18; Matthew 16:13-19 Any last words? It’s a classic film trope where the villain turns to the captured hero and gives … Continue reading Fight the Good Fight, Run the Race, and Keep the Faith
Who Are You Going to Choose? Jesus or Your Family?
This sermon was preached at All Saints Church, Oakham on Sunday 25th June 2023. Matthew 10:24-39 Who are you going to choose? Jesus or your family? Jesus, the gentle and kind Prince of Peace, says to his disciples, ‘I have not come to bring peace, but a sword.’[1] ‘I beg your pardon, Jesus! Not peace, but … Continue reading Who Are You Going to Choose? Jesus or Your Family?
The Harvest is Plentiful But the Workers Are Few. What is God Calling You to Do?
This sermon was first preached at All Saints Church, Oakham on Sunday 18th June 2023. Matthew 9:35-10:8 The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. What is God calling you to do? The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. What is God calling you to do? Jesus is out telling people about … Continue reading The Harvest is Plentiful But the Workers Are Few. What is God Calling You to Do?
I Desire Steadfast Love and Not Sacrifice
This sermon was preached at Langham Church 10:30am service on Sunday 11th June 2023. Hosea 5:15-6:6 What does God desire of you this day? What does God desire of you? He desires steadfast love. Not sacrifice, not duties, not rule-following, but deep and intimate love. ‘For I desire steadfast love and not sacrifice,’ says the … Continue reading I Desire Steadfast Love and Not Sacrifice
Go Make Disciples in the Name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit
Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.’ These final words from Jesus to his disciples in Matthew’s gospel sum up our call as Jesus’ disciples today. We are to go and make disciples of all nations, that … Continue reading Go Make Disciples in the Name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit
What does it take to be a King?
This sermon was delivered at the Coronation Songs of Praise service at Langham Church on Sunday 7th May 2023, 6pm. Bible Reading: 1 Kings 3:5-10 What does it take to be a King? What are the sorts of things that come to your mind when I ask that? Do you think of a crown, or … Continue reading What does it take to be a King?
To Serve And Not Be Served
This sermon was preached at St Edmund's Church, Egleton at the 9.15am Holy Communion Service on Sunday 7th May 2023. Bible Readings: 1 Kings 3:5-10; Romans 13:1-10; Luke 22:24-30 ‘Your Majesty, as children of the Kingdom of God we welcome you in the name of the King of Kings.’ ‘In his name, and after his … Continue reading To Serve And Not Be Served
Shakeel Nurmahi 