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Reflections on the Bible
Reflections on the Bible
by Colin Smith
This reflection/sermon (1020 words) reminds us of the origin and importance of the Bible to Christians. It relates to St Paul's advice to Timothy in 2 Timothy 3:16, and suggests that it is much more than a historical document and moral guide. Thus, it identifies other important …
Reflections on Remembrance
Reflections on Remembrance
by Colin Smith
This reflection (923 words) has been successfully used as a short sermon for remembrance day. It invites us to to remember both past and present conflicts and how they affect us today. As well as the suffering of many members of our armed forces past and present, other more recen…
John 1:1-5 A reflection
John 1:1-5 A reflection
by Colin Smith
This short 550 word reflection considers the fascinating, but puzzling opening verses of John's gospel. It has been used both as a short Christmas sermon and a small group discussion starter. The” Word” is identified with “The Logos”, a concept from Greek philosophy, which would …
Jesus anointed with perfume
Jesus anointed with perfume
by Colin Smith
This reflection /short sermon (680words) considers the action of Mary in anointing Jesus with very expensive perfume. Judas’s questioning Jesus’s response in praising her for the act is considered, in the light of the prevalent teaching on how the treatment of the poor should be …
Crucified with Christ