A topical sermon on the Letter of 2 John. Some books of the Bible arrive like thunderclaps. Others come almost unnoticed, like a trusted friend speaking after the noise has faded. The Epistle to the Romans belongs to the first category; the Second Letter of John belongs to the second. Thirteen verses. No dramatic narrative, miracles, …
Morning prayer for Wednesday 6 May 2026
Invocation + In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Pause for reflection Good morning, heavenly Father.We worship you, the creator and sustainer of the universe. Good morning, Lord Jesus.We worship you, Saviour and Lord of the world. Good morning, Holy Spirit.We worship you, sanctifier of the people …
The power of friendship with God
In recent months, English actor and comedian Russell Brand has made headlines over multiple allegations of sexual assault and rape, all of which he has disputed. This is on the top of earlier allegations of drug abuse, battery and criminal damage. Judging by media reports, he’s not the kind of guy you’d want your daughter or …
Morning prayer for Wednesday 29 April 2026
Invocation + In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Pause for reflection Good morning, heavenly Father.We worship you, the creator and sustainer of the universe. Good morning, Lord Jesus.We worship you, Saviour and Lord of the world. Good morning, Holy Spirit.We worship you, sanctifier of the people …
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Why justice without mercy fails
Each year, as College Chaplain at Worcester College at the University of Oxford, New Testament scholar N. T. Wright would meet first year undergraduates, welcoming them to the college and breaking the ice. Most were happy to meet him; but others said, “You won’t be seeing much of me; I don’t believe in god.” I …
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