This sermon was preached on Sunday 4th May 2025 Bible Reading: John 21.1-19 ‘Do you love me?’ To clarify, I don’t mean me, though I admit it wouldn’t go unappreciated. ‘Do you love me?’ This is the question that Jesus was asking Simon Peter. It’s a simple question, but boy, is it deep, and it … Continue reading Do You Love Me? Exploring Jesus’ Question to Peter
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What is the Trinity? God the Trinity is love
This sermon was preached on Sunday 15th June 2025. Bible Reading: John 16:12-15 During the season of Easter, we focused heavily on Jesus Christ, the Son of God, and also on his relationship to God the Father. But as we have come into Ascension Day and then Pentecost, we have focused more on God the … Continue reading What is the Trinity? God the Trinity is love
The one thing you need to do to be a Christian
I have been reflecting on the gospel reading from our midweek communion service this week, which was John 15:9-11. Jesus is speaking his final words to his disciples before he goes to the cross. In these few sentences, he captures what it means to be a Christian. Jesus says, ‘Remain in my love.’ This is … Continue reading The one thing you need to do to be a Christian
Good Friday: Understanding the Passion of the Lord
This sermon was preached on Good Friday, 18th April 2025. Bible Reading: John 18-19 This is the Passion of the Lord. Have you ever wondered why we call this the Passion of the Lord? Why do we call this week the week of Christ’s passion? When preparing the services for this week, my service book … Continue reading Good Friday: Understanding the Passion of the Lord
If I were a Christian, I wouldn’t tell anyone…but there would be signs
This sermon was preached on Sunday 6th April 2025. Bible Reading: Philippians 3:4-14; John 12:1-8 If I were a Christian, I wouldn’t tell anyone… but there would be signs. Obviously, I am saying this in jest. You know I am a Christian, and I repeatedly tell you that I am a Christian, too. But this … Continue reading If I were a Christian, I wouldn’t tell anyone…but there would be signs
Mothering Sunday: Celebrating Love Beyond Biology
This sermon was preached on Mothering Sunday, 30th March 2025. Bible Reading: Colossians 3:12-17; John 19:25-27 Mothering Sunday is always one of those days with mixed emotions. For some of us, our experience of motherhood is great. We have wonderful mothers in our lives, and being a mother has been a great joy to us. … Continue reading Mothering Sunday: Celebrating Love Beyond Biology
Love & Obey
This sermon was preached at All Saints Church, Oakham on Sunday 5th May 2024. Readings: 1 John 5:1-6; John 15:9-17 I am glad to finally announce that wedding season has arrived for 2024. Yesterday I was taking a wedding here in church. A lovely young couple in Oakham, Chris and Rebecca. It’s always a joy … Continue reading Love & Obey
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
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
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
Shakeel Nurmahi 