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  • The Surprising Power of Jesus’ Name: A Reflection on Mark 9:38-41

    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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  • Finding Light in the Busyness: A Reflection on the Transfiguration

    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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  • State Church Debate: Implications for Christian Representation in Britain

    The proposal to disestablish the Church of England, introduced by the All-Party Parliamentary Humanist Group, signifies a pivotal shift in Britain’s religious landscape. Once unimaginable, this move reflects a nation where less than half identify as Christian and even fewer align with the Anglican Church. The debate raises questions about the appropriateness of a state…

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  • Is Christmas a religious holiday?

    In my circuit we have a minister who is also in charge of ‘digital evangelism.’ It’s a role that is increasingly essential within the Church as most individuals in Britain have a digital personification of themselves. An internet avatar present for all to see  and engage with on social media and YouTube. Especially after the Covid-19

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  • Spirit of Worship

    Spirit of Worship

    Have you ever been part of worship where the Spirit of God is so tangible and present that it overtakes everything? How does that happen? Why do people do the things they do whilst worshipping and how is that reflected in scripture? This blog seeks to examine different forms of worship in contrast to the…

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  • The Spirit of Holiness

    The Spirit of Holiness

    As Christians we are all called to be Holy, but how does that happen? Does it mean being perfect? Is it even possible? In this Blog I look at the Spirit of holiness and reflect on what the Bible has to say about being made Holy, how it happens, what it looks like and what…

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  • Vanity of January

    Vanity of January

    Christmas and the festive period is now over and for many this is a very depressing realisation. In this blog I look to the book of Ecclesiastes to really see if everything in life is meaningless or if the author of this book was actually talking about something that can fulfil us more than any…

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  • How do we hear God?

    How do we hear God?

    How do we hear from God? Does it have to be a audible voice, or a supernatural experience like the burning bush? What happens if I have never had that experience? This blog seeks to explore how God interacts with his people and engage in the crucial question of how we can seek to hear…

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  • Conservatism vs Liberalism

    Conservatism vs Liberalism

    Looking at the benefits and dangers of Christian conservatism and Liberalism while speculating how this effects the Church today.

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  • Being ablaze

    Being ablaze

    The excitement of something new   Denby bottles Methodist Church had been brimming with excitement for the past month in anticipation of going on their annual trip to Cliff festival. One of the standout memories I have from when I was interviewed by this Church for my current position was how fondly they spoke about

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