Every day we post a Thought for the day written by someone within the circuit. Some are very light hearted and some are very deep theologically with all bases between covered.
We hope these will encourage, uplift and make you reflect but most of all we hope you enjoy reading these small daily snippets and take some inspiration on your daily journey
“I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go” (Genesis 28:15)
I’ve just returned from a weekend break in Norfolk, the highlight of which was a trip out to see the seals. I thought I would be squinting to catch sight of a few seals in the distance but was surprised and overwhelmed at the number and proximity of these calm and beautiful animals. Our guide…
Read Acts 6:7-16 When I was growing up in church at home, somehow, we never sang John Mason’s magnificent hymn, ‘how shall I sing that majesty.’ (Singing the Faith 53). The first time I ever heard it was on a recording of a songs of praise service where it was sung by a large congregation…
Sitting in my study a few days ago, I heard a clicking noise that I couldn’t identify, looking around I spotted a little green bird standing on the windowsill and tapping on the window with his beak (sorry, my new little friend might be female of course) regardless he was a beautiful little chap with…
During the summer term at the primary school I attended, each Friday, we would meet at a local swimming pool. Most of the time, those who could, would enjoy swimming, or even diving, while others like me would splash around. We were supposed to be taught how to swim, but at the time, it was…
A fortnight ago we were blessed with the famous “Bill the boxer” for a week. Although I could have left him at home, I preferred not to leave him for long periods. So, he came with me to one church meeting – apologies to the good folk of Bramford for the sound effects, and then…
Over the last few weeks, I’ve been having quite a stressful time due to my husband being admitted to hospital. My friends in Northern Ireland have been keeping in touch and giving me lots of support. One of them, Suzan, sent me the following prayer and I couldn’t not copy it for others to read.…
The season of goodbyes and change. During the last twelve months, we’ve seen our football team go from hopeful celebration to disappointment and relegation. We’ve lost people we love and welcomed babies and new worshippers into our Church family. The world has become hotter, wars have started and continued, species have been lost and saved.…
Read: John 20:24-29 Some of the decisions we make in life come easily and others are hard work. Some judgements require evidence but others are instinctive. All of us will be used to the variety of choices we must make: the road to take, food to eat, things to read or clothes to wear are…
Today’s thought for the day is brought to us by Mary Walsh, a solicitor and editor with an MA in Biblical and Pastoral Theology, and who co-leads a church in Radcliffe, Manchester www.christianaid.org.uk Something to read More majestic than the thunders of mighty waters, more majestic than the waves of the sea, majestic on high…
I suppose few people look forward to visiting the dentist or the hygienist, and one Christian dentist probably didn’t help as the patient reclined on the couch to see written in bold lettering on the ceiling, “Prepare to meet thy God”. What I find disappointing is that, despite following all the recommendations on how to…