First lines from novels can be evocative, illuminative, intriguing, tantalising. They may provide clues to the plot or symbolism of a novel. They frequently display aspects of the distinctive voice or style of the novelist. Above all, first lines or first sentences of a novel are memorable, instantly drawing attention to the work of art …
50 best first lines from novels
First lines from novels can be evocative, illuminative, intriguing, tantalising. They may provide clues to the plot or symbolism of a novel. They frequently display aspects of the distinctive voice or style of the novelist. Above all, first lines or first sentences of a novel are memorable, instantly drawing attention to the work of art …
Connecting with others who follow Jesus
According to Wheaton College professor Wayne Martindale, C. S. Lewis, the creator of the Narnia Chronicles, “had no natural fondness for church-going. He found the sermons often dull, and he disliked hymns and organ music, which he described as “one long roar.” He felt like “the most dejected and reluctant convert in all England.”[1] Yet Lewis discovered the …
Morning prayer for Wednesday 22 October 2025
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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Celebrating God’s presence in worship
Let me ask you a question: What is the most important thing the church does? I expect, in any crowd, there would be a range of answers: prayer, preaching, teaching, fellowship, pastoral care, social justice, mission, evangelism. Probably not committee work, or building maintenance! Each of these features is vital to the life and effectiveness …
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