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The Door

Return to previous page We are stood at a door.. Steps lead gently towards a doorway framed in stone. Above the Keystone that holds all in perfect order, etched with the sign ‘everlasting to everlasting’. It’s face has seen the passage of time. Nailed in place, heavy rusted hinges carry the burden. The weight clear for all to see. A keyhole visible in the grain of the wood - It's shape a sign of hope. One door sits slightly ajar, the other waits the rap of a visitor. We stand in silence, for what feels like a lifetime.. Finally, we reach out a hand… At some point in our lives I’m sure we have all found ourselves waiting outside a door wondering, hesitantly if we should go inside or not. Perhaps this was whilst waiting to attend an interview, a first day at school, university or work. We find ourselves worrying about how it will all play out. What will people be like? Will we know what to say? Will we know what to do? We have all been there. The image of the door is a v...

Cuppa Conversations

Return to previous page Images act as a wonderful catalyst for conversation and when used alongside scripture provide an opportunity to delve deeper into challenging topics. "Ruler or Ruled you are a steward of God's creation" is one of a series of 'Cuppa Conversations' designed to encourage debate. The back of each card contains Bible verses to explore and a reflective prompt. Bible Verse to explore.. Genesis 1 - The creation of the universe. Job 12:7-10 "But ask the animals now, and they will teach you; the birds of the sky, and they will tell you. Or speak to the earth, and it will teach you. The fish of the sea will declare to you. Who doesn’t know that in all these, the LORD’s hand has done this, in whose hand is the life of every living thing, and the breath of all mankind?" (WEBPB) Psalm 104: 31-34 "May the glory of the Lord last forever! May the Lord be happy with what he has made! He looks at the earth, and it trembles; ...

Sola gratia

Return to previous page Artefacts, objects and images provide a wonderful opportunity to relay and share the Good News with others. Pause for a few moments and consider the image. What do you see? What message from the Gospel would you share? What scripture comes to mind? Pause for a few moments longer and look again. What story could you tell? What message would you share? What scripture comes to mind? Look again.. What message do you see emerging? What scripture comes to mind? Rest in the moment. Lord, I pray you give me the courage to share your Good News everyday. To carry your gift of grace throughout my journey of life. Let my words and deeds be a gentle balm of kindness and friendship. The stories I share faithful to you.. full of promise and hope. That others may hear your word through me and come to know you this day. In your son's precious name I pray. Amen What could you talk about in the image? The planets. The fishing net. Crosses hidden in the Net. T...

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