Today’s thought is brought to us by Rev Claire Jones (www.christianaid.org.uk) Something to read Blessed is anyone who endures temptation. Such a one has stood the test and will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. No one, when tempted, should say, ‘I am being tempted by…

This is the title of the passage in Matthew 7that includes verse 5 that states, “You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye. Several years ago, while visiting family in the USA, this was part of a conversation…

We have a small vegetable patch, about 1square metre at the back of Elmsett Methodist Church, which has produced tomatoes, courgettes and sweetcorn. We even have our own compost heap(s), as well as dead hedging and wildlife patches to attract a whole variety of insects. How many of us have grown courgettes? Every year I…

As the clock struck midnight, I found myself behind the wheel, driving alone through the enchanting yet intimidating landscape of London.  The echoes of laughter from the wedding reception faded, replaced by an unsettling silence. The vibrant celebration had been a joyous mix of cultures, with the bridegroom hailing from a Nigerian background and the…