Tag Archives: faith

Reflection on Jesus and the Violence of the Law

Posted on Sep 30, 2018 by M Emlyn Humphries

Psalm 124     …Our help is in the name of the LORD, who made heaven and earth. James 5:13-20  …The prayer of the righteous is powerful and effective. Elijah was a human being like us, and he prayed fervently that it … Continue reading →

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Reflection on Retribution

Posted on Sep 23, 2018 by M Emlyn Humphries

Psalm 1 …for the LORD watches over the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish. James 3:13 – 4:3, 7-8a Who is wise and understanding among you? Show by your good life that your works … Continue reading →

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Reflection on Imperfection and Certainty.

Posted on Sep 16, 2018 by M Emlyn Humphries

Psalm 19  The heavens are telling the glory of God; and the firmament proclaims his handiwork… Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, O LORD, my rock and my redeemer. James … Continue reading →

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Reflection on Imperfection and People

Posted on Sep 9, 2018 by M Emlyn Humphries

Proverbs 22:1-2, 8-9, 22-23 …. Those who are generous are blessed, for they share their bread with the poor. Do not rob the poor because they are poor, or crush the afflicted at the gate; … James 2:1-10, (11-13), 14-17  … Continue reading →

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Reflection on Imperfection and Splendour

Posted on Aug 26, 2018 by M Emlyn Humphries

Psalm 84 How lovely is your dwelling place, O LORD of hosts!  … Even the sparrow finds a home, and the swallow a nest for herself, where she may lay her young, at your altars, … Happy are those whose … Continue reading →

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