Colin Smith

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Rural landscape - a harvest prayer

Rural landscape - a harvest prayer

by Colin Smith

This short prayer (108 words) arises from gazing upon the rural landscape in late summer, and culminates in a prayer of thankfulness for the harvest.

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Prayer for unemployed

Prayer for unemployed

by Colin Smith

This short (131 words) intercessory prayer is a response to the plight of the long term unemployed in the light of Genesis 1 and 2

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A prayer for overcoming evil

A prayer for overcoming evil

by Colin Smith

A short (92 words) inspired by the line "deliver us from evil in the Lord's Prayer.

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Prayers for the peoples of Uganda

Prayers for the peoples of Uganda

by Colin Smith

These two prayers consist of a general one recalling past suffering, giving thanks for changes which have occurred. The other is a prayer for a specific project which brings clean water to Ugandan villages.

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The parable of the talent's prayer

The parable of the talent's prayer

by Colin Smith

This informal prayer is both a confession and a cri de coeur arising mainly from Matthew 25 vs 29. It can be used both in adult worship, or in private devotion

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Short prayers of dedication

Short prayers of dedication

by Colin Smith

These two short prayers (130 and 58 words) respond to God's promptings in a variety of situations. Suitable for any occasion or young adult to aged Christians. Can be used just before or after the sermon, as prayers at the end of a service or elsewhere

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Salvation by grace through faith.

Salvation by grace through faith.

by Colin Smith

This reflection/short sermon (1217 words) explores the meaning and implications of salvation, and it's relationship to God's Grace and our faith

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Pentecost - Wind and Fire

Pentecost - Wind and Fire

by Colin Smith

This reflection or short sermon (828 words) emphasises the suddenness of the wind and fire of Pentecost and the response of the gathered disciples. The implications for today’s disciples are then considered

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The Emmaus Road

The Emmaus Road

by Colin Smith

A reflection, which explores the encounter of Jesus with two travellers who journeying along the road to Emmaus, soon after the resurrection. It has been used successfully as a short (1089)sermon

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Prayer of Unity and the Holy city

Prayer of Unity and the Holy city

by Colin Smith

In this prayer celebrate Christian unity is celebrated by considering St John’s vision of the holy city, the New Jerusalem, anticipated in Revelation 21. The Holy city is contrasted with the current situation, particularly as it relates to present day cities

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Caught in adultery - Condemnation and reconciliation

Caught in adultery - Condemnation and reconciliation

by Colin Smith

This reflection/short sermon (1100 words)examines the story of the woman caught in adultery in John 8: 2-11. It analyses Jesus treatment of her and the lessons we can learnt today from his response.

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Sin and temptation

Sin and temptation

by Colin Smith

This short reflection (832 words) considers the origin of sin, its effect upon us and the role of temptation in our actions

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Psalm 51 - responsive prayer

Psalm 51 - responsive prayer

by Colin Smith

This setting of Psalm 51 can be used responsively with up to three voices.

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Ash Wednesday penitential prayer

Ash Wednesday penitential prayer

by Colin Smith

A short (171 words) penitential prayer, underpinned by praise, especially suited for the beginning of Lent - Ash Wednesday

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Ruth - A charming love story

Ruth - A charming love story

by Colin Smith

This reflection or short sermon (1293 words) retells the story of the book, highlighting the culture of the time and drawing out important lessons for us today.

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The woman at the well

The woman at the well

by Colin Smith

This reflection (or short sermon of 824 words) considers the significance of Jesus's words and actions, when he encounters a Samaritan woman of dubious morals at the well near Sychar

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Palm Sunday

Palm Sunday

by Colin Smith

This reflection/short sermon (1118 words)examines the events surrounding Jesus's entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. Their significance and relevance both then and today are drawn out.

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Ash Wednesday Reflection

Ash Wednesday Reflection

by Colin Smith

This reflection examines the background to the ashing ceremony and indicates how the Lent period is one of both hope and challenge

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