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Harvest - slow but sure growth
Harvest - slow but sure growth
by Colin Smith
This reflection/sermon examines and compares the kingdom of God with the growth and reaping of the harvest. In both of these it is noted that growth tends to be slow but sure, which gives us hope in a world where there is much misery. The role of judgement in both harvesting and
Harvest reflection - reckoning up
Harvest reflection - reckoning up
by Colin Smith
This reflection considers the challenges to the individual following harvest in deciding what offering to make from what has been received. This is done by examining the process of reckoning up in the decision. Both freewill offerings and tithing are considered
Jesus the Light of the world
Jesus the Light of the world
by Colin Smith
This short (1270) reflection/sermon examines Jesus claim to be the light of the world. By comparing the light of a lamp in darkness, it is noted that Jesus brings order out of chaos, reveals too us how we really are and guides us to a happier more purposeful life.
Jesus - His mission and priorities (Mark 32-45)
Jesus - His mission and priorities (Mark 32-45)
by Colin Smith
This reflection/short sermon (1291 words) focuses upon Jesus decision to move on in his ministry around Galilee. The priorities of prayer and of preaching in His life are clearly seen. The implications for his followers are also drawn out.
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
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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