Whispers of His Power – MARCH 2
When I was small I used to think that, if I wanted very much to do a thing, that thing was probably wrong. And if I didn’t want to do it, it was probably right….
Category: Church of England
The Wonder of the Cross – Day 11 – Precious
I love these moments, these Trysting Places, with Our Beloved. With Vicky (and Whitney – see below) I must learn to go there not only when I am in a good place but also when all I want to do is hide in the bushes.
Whispers of His Power – MARCH 1
How much easier it would be if we knew when hearts that are holding out against the Lord would yield, or when some private trial of our own would pass.
The Wonder of the Cross – Day 10 – Listening
I have learnt that if I don’t aim to listen, if I don’t decide to set aside other voices – especially my own – I stand no chance of hearing any of the gentle whispers of Jesus.
The Wonder of the Cross – Day 9 – Search Me
The answer, the only possible antidote to hate is not revenge but love. For only as we love those who hate us and God do we show that we have allowed the love of God to pierce our hearts and conquer our selfishness.
The Wonder of the Cross – Day 8 – Great Is Your Glory
In the glow of the glory of God we can bask and find ourselves blessed not because of any achievement of our own but because God smiles on all things.
The Wonder of the Cross – Day 7 – Everyone Under The Sun
However we meet or name God’s Love or wherever we have been we remain loved and welcome.
The Wonder of the Cross – Day 6 – Deliverer
It is the open hands of Christ not clenched fists which, when nailed to the cross, bring us freedom.
Book Review: Archbishop Sarah Mullally & Ten Urgent Challenges for the Church of England
In her first Presidential Address as Archbishop the Chief Nurse become Chief Shepherd reminded the General Synod that Hope is like a muscle of the Body of Christ and for the Body to flourish we must exercise the Muscle of Hope. This book contains ten body-building exercises for a Church that has grown flabby after spending too much time feasting at the table of this naughty world.
The Wonder of the Cross – Day 5 – Above All Else
Whenever we hold on to something all we are doing is filling up space with dross instead of letting it be suffused with the love of the One Who Loves us Best.
Suffolk Vicar 