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Jesus the Physician

Jesus the Physician

by Colin Smith

This reflection/short (1278 words) sermon examines people’s attitudes to their needs. In this passage, Jesus highlights the spiritual needs of people and their need for a spiritual doctor. He contrasts the attitude of those in the crowd, who feel they are self-sufficient, with …

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Joy

Joy

by Colin Smith

This short (641 words) reflection examines the meaning of the word "joy" both now and in Biblical times. Different ways of responding to joyful events are also considered, particularly in light of different worship styles

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Judge Not

Judge Not

by Colin Smith

This reflection has been successfully used as short(838 words) sermon. It carefully examines the use of the phrase “Judge not” as generally applied in both the Bible and common usage. The latter is both identified and found wanting.

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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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Pain and suffering

Pain and suffering

by Colin Smith

In this brief (1377 words) reflection/sermon some of the positive outcomes of suffering and pain are highlighted, without minimising their effects upon those concerned.

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Overview of Holy week (Family Worship)

Overview of Holy week (Family Worship)

by Colin Smith

This is a complete service (c700 words) which outlines the events of Holy Week. It is written in simple language and suggests hymns and songs appropriate and for all ages. The significance of each event is also indicated. It could be used any day during Holy Week, but has been su…

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Palm Sunday a proclamation of kingship

Palm Sunday a proclamation of kingship

by Colin Smith

In this short reflection/sermon (880 words), the events of Palm Sunday are seen as parts of a pre-planned ceremony which amounted to Jesus proclaiming his Kingship. Later events and ceremonies in Holy week reveal the particular kind of king he was going to be. How this differed f…

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Palm Sunday - The road to Jerusalem

Palm Sunday - The road to Jerusalem

by Colin Smith

This reflection/short sermon (c1250 words) explores the feelings of Jesus and his followers as they travel to Jerusalem. As such, it challenges us to think about our journey through life

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Paul's Conversion

Paul's Conversion

by Colin Smith

This reflection/ short sermon (863 words) explores the events, and their effects, of the Damascus road journey, within their context.

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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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Prayer and action

Prayer and action

by Colin Smith

This short 1190 words reflection/sermon examines both the Exodus story and the feeding of the 5000. The importance of taking action in difficult circumstances is highlighted. The role of prayer and the wisdom of turning to Jesus himself or to a prophet is also considered.

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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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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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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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Psalm 19 - the glory of |God

Psalm 19 - the glory of |God

by Colin Smith

This reflection/commentary is a very personal Psalm attributed to David who seeks to lift our Spirits. It is suitable as a short talk or sermon (1315 words) It strongly emphasises the beauty of the natural world. and Gods faithfulness, God's Laws are also seen as beautiful and s…

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Psalm 73 - Wisdom and envy

Psalm 73 - Wisdom and envy

by Colin Smith

This reflection on Psalm 73 has been successfully used as a short talk/sermon (1488 words). It is part of the wisdom literature of the Bible and is particularly concerned with the sin of envy, both how it arises and how if may be effectively controlled..

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Psalm 88 (and 77) - Depression ?

Psalm 88 (and 77) - Depression ?

by Colin Smith

These reflections/commentaries have been used as a short (1272 words)talk This in spite of the fact that both psalms are different to many others and one of them (Psalm 88) doesn't appear in the lectionary. They are the personal prayers of one person, and unusually don't addres…

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Reflections of St Paul from prison Philippians 3:10

Reflections of St Paul from prison Philippians 3:10

by Colin Smith

These reflections/sermon (1375 words) focus on his purpose in life, forgetting the past and facing the present.

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