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Articles
This section contains the beginnings of articles on a variety of subjects written by members of the church as they seek to follow the Lord in their everyday lives. The aim is to produce a resource that will help us all in the daily challenges of living. These articles are in the process of development so please feel free to use the contact page to add your comments about any of the articles.
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How do you stop the negative cycle of thoughts and feelings taking root? Julie writes about how to deal with negative thoughts and find God's peace in the midst of these challenging times.
How do you stop the negative cycle of thoughts and feelings taking root? Julie writes about how to deal with negative thoughts and find God's peace in the midst of these challenging times.
Sufficient for the day
Laura writes about the difference between cravings and need and challenges us to use this lockdown to trust that God will provide what we need for each day.
Laura writes about the difference between cravings and need and challenges us to use this lockdown to trust that God will provide what we need for each day.
Hope and Future
Laura writes about the hope for the future that has the power to change how we live in the present - in the midst of a 3rd lockdown.
Laura writes about the hope for the future that has the power to change how we live in the present - in the midst of a 3rd lockdown.
Grow in Christ
As she looked back over family photos from 2020 Kelly thought about how everyone has grown during 2020 and looked forward to 2021 with the phrase 'Grow in Christ'.
As she looked back over family photos from 2020 Kelly thought about how everyone has grown during 2020 and looked forward to 2021 with the phrase 'Grow in Christ'.
The menial tasks
Whilst out on a very muddy walk Jenny and her husband encountered a farmer clearing rubbish out of a ditch. Jenny reflects upon the fact that it's the menial, tedious, boring tasks of life that are so vital to people's wellbeing.
Whilst out on a very muddy walk Jenny and her husband encountered a farmer clearing rubbish out of a ditch. Jenny reflects upon the fact that it's the menial, tedious, boring tasks of life that are so vital to people's wellbeing.
Looking back - Looking forward
As Julie drove back to Suffolk on Boxing day she reflected on 2020 and started to look forward and think about the coming year and the words 'hope' and 'trust' came to mind.
As Julie drove back to Suffolk on Boxing day she reflected on 2020 and started to look forward and think about the coming year and the words 'hope' and 'trust' came to mind.
Faith and action - thoughts on the book of James
Phil shares his thoughts on James and how his understanding and appreciation of the relationship between faith and action has changed as he's matured in his Christian walk.
Phil shares his thoughts on James and how his understanding and appreciation of the relationship between faith and action has changed as he's matured in his Christian walk.
Our problems should not surprise us
Andy draws on his personal experiences, as someone with the Sanguine Melancholic temperament, of breaking free from established patterns of depressive thoughts and feelings, and offers practical advice and hope to others.
Andy draws on his personal experiences, as someone with the Sanguine Melancholic temperament, of breaking free from established patterns of depressive thoughts and feelings, and offers practical advice and hope to others.
Beauty from ashes
Richard recounts the story of a young waitress being rescued from a potentially embarrassing situation, which beautifully illustrates the gift of God's grace to each one of us.
Richard recounts the story of a young waitress being rescued from a potentially embarrassing situation, which beautifully illustrates the gift of God's grace to each one of us.
A different path
Jenny has written her thoughts following the last two Bible studies on 'How to discipline our minds' and shares her conclusions on the importance of choice.
Jenny has written her thoughts following the last two Bible studies on 'How to discipline our minds' and shares her conclusions on the importance of choice.
Going forward
Updating the website has caused Julie to think about life going forward and the challenges and opportunities we will face.
Updating the website has caused Julie to think about life going forward and the challenges and opportunities we will face.
Thoughts on Ephesians - following the Bible study
The Bible study on 29th April reminded Laura of a passage in Ephesians she had read recently. She shares her thoughts on discovering who she is and what she's living for.
The Bible study on 29th April reminded Laura of a passage in Ephesians she had read recently. She shares her thoughts on discovering who she is and what she's living for.
Learning to readjust your focus
Jenny writes about some of the adjustments she has had to make as a result of lockdown and learning what it means to rely on the Lord and draw strength from him during these difficult times.
Jenny writes about some of the adjustments she has had to make as a result of lockdown and learning what it means to rely on the Lord and draw strength from him during these difficult times.
Open the eyes of my heart
Kelly asks what we find when we stop and sit quietly with the Lord - are we at peace or do we experience something less desirable. She writes about the need to 'open the eyes of our hearts' and walk day by day in the Spirit.
Kelly asks what we find when we stop and sit quietly with the Lord - are we at peace or do we experience something less desirable. She writes about the need to 'open the eyes of our hearts' and walk day by day in the Spirit.
From novelty to reality
What happens when the reality of our restricted situation hits home? Kelly writes about the challenges of being responsible for children 24/7 and value of understanding ourselves and our children.
What happens when the reality of our restricted situation hits home? Kelly writes about the challenges of being responsible for children 24/7 and value of understanding ourselves and our children.
An invitation
Kelly writes about her journey to find rest through silent prayer in the current challenging circumstances.
Kelly writes about her journey to find rest through silent prayer in the current challenging circumstances.
My vision for church
Julie writes about the vision for church which she has carried from being a small child, as a community where we can learn and grow and serve the Lord together.
Julie writes about the vision for church which she has carried from being a small child, as a community where we can learn and grow and serve the Lord together.
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