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Have you ever paused to consider what you’re really doing during a Covenant Service? It’s not just another Sunday at church. It’s a moment to recommit, to realign, and to embrace God’s grace in a deeply personal way. At the heart of it all is a word that often feels heavy: sin. But what if…
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Deadlines have a way of snapping us to attention, don’t they? Whether it’s training for a marathon or scrambling to meet a work deadline, they motivate us to act—sometimes with discipline, other times with panic. But what happens when the deadline is unknown? How do we stay ready for something that could happen at any…
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As membership in the Methodist Church in Britain continues to decline, and with fewer than half the population now identifying as Christian, I found myself wondering: What would John Wesley think of the state of the church today? To explore this, I turned to ChatGPT, asking it to channel Wesley’s voice using his sermons, letters,…
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Advent is more than a season of twinkling lights and nostalgic carols; it’s a call to action. Both Malachi and John the Baptist remind us that the message of “Prepare the way!” is not optional—it’s urgent. In a world overwhelmed by chaos and doubt, the Gospel is often dismissed as a comforting but nonessential luxury,…
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Advent isn’t just about ticking off to-do lists or braving the chaos of Christmas preparations. It’s a season of waiting—of quiet, expectant hope. But how often do we pause long enough to hear God’s gentle whisper in the midst of the noise? In 1 Kings 19, Elijah learns that God isn’t found in the dramatic…
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The church today stands at a crossroads. With fewer than half of Britons now identifying as Christians and Methodism in steep decline, we must ask: Where have we gone wrong? The letters to the seven churches in Revelation hold urgent lessons for us—none more striking than the contrasts between Philadelphia and Laodicea. Philadelphia was a…
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Have you ever noticed how we tend to avoid the tough stuff? Whether it’s kids showing off their “abstract” artwork or adults sidestepping hard conversations, we’ve all mastered the art of distracting and deflecting. But what happens when this becomes our go-to response in life—and even in faith? In Mark 13, the disciples try to…
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The Book of Job is often seen as a story about suffering, but at its core, it asks a deeper question: “Is God just?” Job’s friends argue that his suffering must be the result of some hidden sin, reflecting the common belief that good people are rewarded and bad people punished. But Job challenges this…
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In Mark 9:38-41, Jesus challenges His disciples’ exclusivity by affirming that those who act positively in His name are part of His mission, regardless of their affiliation. This principle extends today, showing that individuals embody Christian ethics, often unknowingly. Ultimately, all good stems from Christ, urging recognition of His light in the world.
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September often signals a season of transition. After the relative calm and restfulness of summer, there’s a sudden return to routine. Work resumes, children go back to school, and in the Methodist Church, the new liturgical year begins. This abrupt shift from rest to activity can feel jarring. It propels many of us into the…
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