This sermon was preached on Sunday 7th April 2024 at All Saints Church, Oakham. Readings: 1 John 1:1-2:2; John 20:19-end It’s so good to be together on this sunny Sunday morning. I can scarcely believe that it was Easter Sunday 7 days ago. It feels like a lifetime ago. Does anyone else feel that, or … Continue reading Jesus is Risen. So What Do We Do Now?
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Witness Protection Programme
This sermon was preached on Sunday 14th April 2024 at St Peter and St Paul Church, Langham. Readings: 1 John 3:1-7; Luke 24:36-48 Have you ever watched a witness protection film? You know the classic story. The main character is a key witness to an event, maybe a crime, or other evidence which is needed … Continue reading Witness Protection Programme
A Time For A New Start?
This reflection first appeared as the Sunday Morning Thought on Rutland and Stamford Sound radio on Sunday 14th April 2024. This week I moved house. For many of us, moving house is one of the most stressful things that we might do. There is so much to get sorted. Packing up your things, booking the … Continue reading A Time For A New Start?
I Have Seen The Lord Jesus, He Is Risen
This sermon was preached on Easter Sunday 31st March 2024 at St Peter and St Paul Church, Langham. Readings: Isaiah 25:6-9; Acts 10:34-43; John 20:1-18 Alleluia, Christ is Risen! He is risen indeed, Alleluia! At the Easter Dawn service at All Saints Church, Oakham Today is the heart of our Christian faith, what our lives … Continue reading I Have Seen The Lord Jesus, He Is Risen
Have You Ever Been Made Fun of Because of Your Faith?
This Bible reflection was given at the Good Friday Meditations on 29th March 2024 at All Saints Church, Oakham. Have you ever been made fun of because of your faith? I have, and I guess you have too. It might have been from your friends or family, or even your spouse. Often the most difficult … Continue reading Have You Ever Been Made Fun of Because of Your Faith?
Maundy Thursday – You Should Do As I Have Done To You
This sermon was preached on Maundy Thursday, 28th March 2024 at All Saints Church, Oakham. Reading John 13:1-17, 31-35 What does it mean to follow Jesus? It’s a big question. Too big to answer fully in the time we have together. But start this evening by asking yourself ‘What does it mean to follow Jesus?’ … Continue reading Maundy Thursday – You Should Do As I Have Done To You
Palm Sunday – Who Do You Believe Jesus Is?
This sermon was preached on Sunday 24th March 2024 at All Saints Church Oakham and St Peter and St Paul Church Langham. Reading: Mark 11:1-11 Who do you believe Jesus is? You might say, well, he is Jesus, duh. Or you might say he is the Son of God. Or you might say something else. … Continue reading Palm Sunday – Who Do You Believe Jesus Is?
Lose Yourself to be True to Yourself
This sermon was preached on Sunday 17th March 2024 at St Peter and St Paul Church, Langham. Those who love their life will lose it. And those who hate their life in this world will keep it for eternal life. Well, that sounds depressing. Welcome to church. We are one week out from Holy Week … Continue reading Lose Yourself to be True to Yourself
Mothering Sunday: What Mothering Looks Like in the Family of God
My Mothering Sunday sermon, 2024. Mothering Sunday is a significant day. And when I say this, what I mean is that this day carries significance for a lot of us for both good and not so good reasons. For some of us, today is about celebrating the gifts of our mothers and the joys of … Continue reading Mothering Sunday: What Mothering Looks Like in the Family of God
How much does it cost us to follow Jesus?
This sermon was preached on Sunday 25th February 2024 at All Saints Church, Oakham. You can watch this sermon instead by clicking here. Beginning at 26:25. Reading: Mark 8:31-38 Who is up for playing a game? Does anyone here remember a game called ‘The Price Is Right’? Fantastic. For those of you who are unfamiliar … Continue reading How much does it cost us to follow Jesus?
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