Approach Jesus as a friend.  This is one of the keys to effective, powerful prayer and conversation with Jesus. In John 15:15, Jesus calls us His friends. And we can continue developing a friendship with Him by sharing our life and simply talking to Him.  Jesus wants prayer to be simple—like breathing. It should be somethingRead more about In Conversation with Jesus[…]

Jesus says ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ Acts 20 v 35 Ask Jesus to help you to give Him thanks for all the blessings you receive from him. Counting your blessings and talking to Jesus about them changes your perspective and helps you to feel so much better about your life.PsalmRead more about In Conversation with Jesus[…]

During His earthly ministry, Jesus lived a life of thanksgiving. He gave thanks to God for many things at many different times. For example, He gave thanks to God when He broke the loaves and fishes and fed 4,000 people (Matthew 15:36). And He gave thanks to God when He had the last supper withRead more about In Conversation with Jesus[…]

In the midst of continuing debate within the Church of England about human sexuality +Steven, +Andrew, +Alan and +Colin have written a joint letter to all clergy and licensed lay ministers in the diocese setting out their expectations of inclusion and respect towards LGBTI+ people. The four bishops are encouraging parishioners across the diocese toRead more about Bishops’ letter – “Clothe yourselves with love”[…]

Jesus describes a shepherd and his sheep in John 10 v 1 – 5. He says ‘the sheep follow the shepherd because they know His voice.’ Conversation with someone you love and whose voice is dear and familiar to you is life enhancing and a great joy. Reading your bible and prayer are a goodRead more about In Conversation with Jesus[…]

Observant consumers of the Grove Community News may have noticed the absence of the usual Thoughtslot this month. I missed the deadline! This is more or less what I wrote: “Jesus said, ‘Blessed are the peace makers,’ he might have added, ‘Blessed are the peace inheritors’.” Which, of course, is what we are. This monthRead more about War – or peace?[…]