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friends, FOES and families - Now Laban had two daughters: Leah and Rachel
friends, FOES and families - Now Laban had two daughters: Leah and Rachel
by SPCK - Judith Dimond
Now Laban had two daughters: Leah and Rachel Genesis 29-35 God of our youth, our maturity and our ageing, through all the stages of our lives, help us to live in harmony with one another and ourselves...
Twelve Months of Sunday year c - Proper 15 Year C
Twelve Months of Sunday year c - Proper 15 Year C
by SPCK - N T Wright
Proper 15 Isaiah 5.1–7 Hebrews 11.29—12.2 Luke 12.49–56 This Lukan passage is high on the list of Things We Would Rather Jesus Hadn’t Said. It’s not gentle, it’s not meek and mild; it’s not even nice. Parents and children at loggerheads, in-laws getting across one another – what …
The Lion's World - 5 - The silent gaze of truth The Lion's World
The Lion's World - 5 - The silent gaze of truth The Lion's World
by SPCK - Rowan Williams
The silent gaze of truth Being told your story by Aslan doesn’t compel your assent. The pain of being confronted with what you have done in all its detail is acute, as we have seen, and it should not surprise us if some will not accept it. In such a case, there is ultimately no s…
Matthew for Everyone Part 2 - The Challenge of Forgiveness
Matthew for Everyone Part 2 - The Challenge of Forgiveness
by SPCK - N T Wright
The Challenge of Forgiveness Matthew 18.21-35 Many years ago I was working in a student community. I sometimes assisted in leading worship or preaching for one particular group of students. They were theological students, training for ministry, but shared their accommodation with…
The Lord and His Prayer - Prologue
The Lord and His Prayer - Prologue
by SPCK - N T Wright
PROLOGUE The Lord and His Prayer (i) This book began life as a series of sermons preached in Lichfield Cathedral in Advent 1995. That explains some of its particular emphases, though I hope it will be found equally relevant wherever and whenever it is read. A few more words about…
John for Everyone part 2 - That They May Be One
John for Everyone part 2 - That They May Be One
by SPCK - N T Wright
That They May Be One John 17.20-26 This afternoon I looked on the Internet for a website about an electric appliance that’s gone wrong. I’ve lost the instruction booklet and was hoping to find relevant information through the Web. I found the website of the company that makes the…
Acts for Everyone Part 2 - Timothy- and New Developments
Acts for Everyone Part 2 - Timothy- and New Developments
by SPCK - N T Wright
Timothy – and New Developments Acts 16. 1-10 A few weeks ago I had to choose a new close colleague to work with. It was difficult. There were some splendid people to choose from. Together with trusted friends and wise advisors, I prayed for God’s guidance, I did as much homework …
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers - Volunteering and Overseas Work
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers - Volunteering and Overseas Work
by SPCK - Ian Black
Two prayers - "Volunteering" and "Overseas Aid and Work". Lord God, you call everyone to follow you and to give freely of their time and gifts. Bless all who respond to your generous love through voluntary service in the church and wider community... Taken from Prayers for All Oc…
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayer - Weather
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayer - Weather
by SPCK - Ian Black
Weather Lord God of the universe, you set the seasons to enable the earth to yield fruit and provide for life to flourish. As the sun warms and ripens the crop, may it not scorch or burn... Taken from Prayers for All Occasions by Ian Black
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Preparation for Home Communion
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Preparation for Home Communion
by SPCK - Ian Black
Before Taking Holy Communion to the Housebound ...As they are fed with your Word fill them with your grace, enfold them in the fellowship of your Church and remind them of your eternal love, that they may rejoice in your salvation... Taken from Prayers for All Occasions by Ian Bl…
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers for Ministry and Vocation
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers for Ministry and Vocation
by SPCK - Ian Black
Three Prayers covering Mission, Ministry and Vocation: Church's mission and ministry Men and Women in Ministry Vocation Prepare me, O Lord, for the place you have set for me. Use me as you will, for in your desire is my hope and in your purpose is my true goal... Taken from Praye…
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Work Related Prayers
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Work Related Prayers
by SPCK - Ian Black
Three work-related prayers - "New Job", "Redundancy" and "Retirement". Guide me, Lord, as a new venture unfolds before me. Give me wisdom in the challenges I have not faced before; give me humility to learn from those whose experience shared is a blessing... Taken from Prayers fo…
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers - Relationship Problems
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers - Relationship Problems
by SPCK - Ian Black
Prayers for Relationship Problems Two prayers - "Betrayal" and "Divorce and Separation" Lord Jesus Christ, you endured betrayal from one close to you who had shared your food and enjoyed your company and confidence. Heal the hurts of abused trust that injure us... Taken from Pra…
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers for Industry
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers for Industry
by SPCK - Ian Black
Two prayers - "Industry and manufacturing" and "Industrial disputes". Lord Jesus Christ, you learnt a trade with Joseph in the carpenter’s workshop and knew the value of making with your hands; bless us in our industry, our sharing in creation... Taken from Prayers for All Occasi…
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers for Marriage and Commitment
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers for Marriage and Commitment
by SPCK - Ian Black
Prayers for Marriage and Commitment Two prayers - "Relationships (commitment and civil partnerships)" and "Wedding/marriage" God of love, you share your life with us in your Son and bring us to delight in love. Bless (N and N) as they commit themselves to one another today... Tak…
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Palm Sunday Prayer - Palm Crosses