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Reflections on Prayer
Reflections on Prayer
by Colin Smith
These reflections (1309 words) seek to encourage people in their prayer life by considering what prayer is and what it is not. It is easily adapted to make a sermon or address. It proceeds by carefully examining five statements on prayer in the light of the biblical revelation…
The Holy Spirit our guarantor
The Holy Spirit our guarantor
by Colin Smith
This short reflection (1270) words examines St Paul's metaphors of seal, deposit and guarantee In 1 Corinthians1:21-22.The Holy Spirit is seen as the guarantor of God's presence and love, made visible through the fruits of the spirit. The Holy Spirit is also seen as a down paymen…
The Bread of life (Feeding of the 5000)(sketch)
The Bread of life (Feeding of the 5000)(sketch)
by Colin Smith
This short sketch relates, in dramatic form, the events occurring when Jesus fed the 5000. Using 5 characters, a narrator and the “crowd” it is an imaginative dialogue which closely follows the Biblical account. It is a useful addition to, or replacement of the reading to the pas…
Remembrance Day, a reflection, meditation or sermon
Remembrance Day, a reflection, meditation or sermon
by Colin Smith
This meditation/reflection has been used, and well received, as a short sermon (918 words) for Remembrance day. It is based on the ceremonial nature of Remembrance day services and explores the role of ceremonies in church and military lifes
The ceremonial entry into Jerusalem
The ceremonial entry into Jerusalem
by Colin Smith
In this short reflection/sermon (1050 words) the events of Palm Sunday are seen as a ceremony, each part of which is important. These parts are examined and their significance is made evident. Similarities with church ceremonies are then considered.
The Fatherhood of God