Category Archives: Homily

A sign of God’s favour

Posted on June 21, 2026 by M Emlyn Humphries

Genesis 21:8-21 Psalm 86:1-10 16-17 Romans 6:1-11 Matthew 10:24-39 Psalm 86 says; For you, O Lord are good and forgiving, abounding in steadfast love to all who call on you. Further; Turn to me and be gracious to me; give … Continue reading →

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Why trust God?

Posted on June 7, 2026 by M Emlyn Humphries

Our readings are from Genesis 12:1-9, Psalm 33:1-12, Romans 4:30-25, and Matthew 9. 13:18-26. https://takeleychapel.podbean.com/e/why-trust-god Today we are able to declare with the psalmist, “The counsel of the Lord stands forever. The thoughts of his heart to all generations.” And … Continue reading →

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We are here to listen

Posted on May 25, 2026 by M Emlyn Humphries

We are here to listen, to discern the truth, to find a truth to live by. We stand, we listen. In Adam I believe humanity is fallen. Each of us succumbs to sin- we fall, we get up, we learn, … Continue reading →

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It was impossible for Jesus to be held in death’s power.

Posted on April 12, 2026 by M Emlyn Humphries

Acts 2:14a, 22-32     Psalm 16      1 Peter 1:3-9     John 20:19-31      It was impossible for Jesus to be held in death’s power. Peter stands with the eleven. The Spirit has fallen on the church and Peter with renewed insight, having spent … Continue reading →

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Jesus King Over Our Lives

Posted on April 6, 2026 by M Emlyn Humphries

Jeremaih 31:1-6 Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 Colossians 3:1-4 Acts 10:34-43 Matthew 28:1-10 Today’s message invites us to recognize Jesus as King over our lives. And to do that, we must confront a difficult question: Can we trust ourselves in all the … Continue reading →

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