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50 Praise, Pray and Play Sessions - Jesus the friend (1)
50 Praise, Pray and Play Sessions - Jesus the friend (1)
by BRF - Rona Orme
The Bible makes it clear that God knows each of us by name. Jesus calls the man lowered through the roof 'my friend' as he forgives his sins (Luke 5:20) and he addresses the disciples as 'friends' (John 15:14-15). Most people find it helpful to think about Jesus as a friend and b…
The Dustbin
The Dustbin
by Peter Cross
The Dustbin Today, my wife cleared out my wardrobe. She threw away an old shirt with torn sleeves and a stain down the front. I pretended it was my favourite, but really, I hated it. I didn't want to wear it but I felt I ought to - after all - it was I who had ripped the sleeves …
God of love and mercy
God of love and mercy
by Marjorie Dobson
Prayer for this day: God of love and mercy First Sunday in Lent Year A God of love and mercy, we come to pray because we know we need your forgiveness. No matter how hard we try, we so often fail to live up to the standards that you set us for our Christian lives. We know the law…
A prayer focussed on the gospel
A prayer focussed on the gospel
by Colin Smith
This short simple, prayer (100 words) is a response in thanksgiving and dedication for to God's gospel and its promptings in a variety of situations. It is suitable for any occasion including both young and aged Christians It can also be used just before or after the sermon, …
50 Praise, Pray and Play Sessions - Sorry
50 Praise, Pray and Play Sessions - Sorry
by BRF - Rona Orme
Learning to say 'sorry' to God, or confessing sin, is a significant step along the path of discipleship. It helps people to get a more accurate view of themselves, accept responsibility for their thoughts and actions, and open themselves to receive God's forgiveness. The response…
God of Mercy
God of Mercy
by Marjorie Dobson
Sixth Sunday after Epiphany Year A 1 Corinthians 3: 1-9 Prayer: God of mercy, forgive us for the way our own opinions often blind us Based on 1 Corinthians 3: 1-9 God of mercy, forgive us for the way our own opinions often blind us to the truths that others speak. Pardon us for o…
Forgive us for not treading gently