Tag Archives: grace

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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The gift of light

Posted on March 29, 2026 by M Emlyn Humphries

https://diglib.library.vanderbilt.edu/act-imagelink.pl?RC=57147 Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29 Matthew 21:1-11 The LORD is God and he has given us light. Jesus approaches Jerusalem, the light of the world sets his feet on the Mount of Olives. He had come to Jerusalem before, but now … Continue reading →

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Sleeper awake!

Posted on March 15, 2026 by M Emlyn Humphries

1 Samuel 16:1-13      Psalm 23   Ephesians 5:8-14    John 9:1-41      Scriptures Sanctify yourself; wash yourself clean; put on your finest clothing, shave your body, separate yourself from material and spiritual trappings; get your body and mind ready for the feast. Samuel … Continue reading →

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