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King Lear, one of Shakespeare’s greatest tragedies, tells the story of a king who voluntarily set aside his titles and property in favor of two of his three daughters, only to find himself reduced to poverty and homelessness because they rejected him.

“Ingratitude, thou marble-hearted fiend,” King Lear sighs. “How sharper than the serpent’s tooth it is to have a thankless child.”

While some parents might identify with these sentiments let me ask, how often do we express our gratitude to the LORD? He is so good to us, far beyond our imagining. Do we thank him daily for his countless mercies?

The opening lines of Psalm 95 read: O come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation! Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving.

Singing is a great way to express our love for God. We sing when we are happy and there is joy in our hearts. Have you ever heard the singing of the Welsh Rugby Union supporters? They can’t stop, and their singing is enthusiastic – especially when they’re winning.

The opening lines of Psalm 95 are the words of people who know God as their creator and savior. We feel the repetition of the verbs: sing, make a joyful noise,… How different this is from times when we drift into church late, pre-occupied and apathetic.

Furthermore, Psalm 95 suggests that singing is not just a matter of joy in the LORD. We also exhort and encourage one another. And so our songs need to be strong on Bible and not insipid. Our songs are not intended simply to arouse some spiritual ecstasy: they are instruments of instruction and encouragement.

And as the psalm unfolds, we see why we should singFor the Lord is a great God, and a great King above all gods. In his hand are the depths of the earth; the heights of the mountains are his also… (Psalm 95:3-4).

One of the distinct features of biblical Christianity is the understanding that there is a living, personal God at the heart of the universe.

Significantly, the more scientists discover, the more extraordinary and complex we find the universe to be. There are chemists and physicists who tell us what the Scriptures reveal: the universe has not come into existence by chance, but rather is the work of God’s design and purpose.

Consider the personal pronouns in verses 4 and 5: In his hand are the depths of the earth; the heights of the mountains are his also. The sea is his, for he made it; for his hands formed the dry land. These are personal images.

Hands speaks of a God who is not some robotic brain behind the universe. When we plumb the depths of the cosmos, we find not so much a mathematical equation or scientific formula, but a divine personality.

All this tells us something else – God sustains and directs all things. It’s important to know this and remind one another of it, for it helps us make sense of our lives. We see that we’re not just part of a meaningless journey, going nowhere.

The New Testament gives us all the more reason to see how true this is. In his public ministry Jesus showed that he has divine authority and divine power. At a word and in a moment he healed the sick, raised the dead, and stilled a storm. The New Testament speaks of Jesus as God incarnate who holds all things in his hands.

It’s sometimes said that people who go to church leave their brains at the door. But worship of God is not a mindless activity. Songs of praise are not simply a strategy to create the right psychological atmosphere. Vital faith in the LORD always awakens joyful singing because there are sound reasons for this response of thanksgiving.

And there is another great reason for singing to the LORD. Our lives have a purpose, a goal. And that purpose and that goal are bound up with knowing this God who is our refuge. No wonder Psalm 95 insists that we make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation!

But in verses 7 and 8 the Psalm brings a solemn warningToday, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts, as at Meribah, as on the day at Massah in the wilderness …

At the very point when we might want to dance and shout, the psalm takes a solemn turn. God himself now speaks asking us if we are really listening to him! Our actions might seem worshipful but our real self remains unchanged towards God.

Meribah and Massah marked places at the beginning and end of the wilderness journey, when God’s people Israel forgot his goodness in bringing them out of slavery in Egypt. On both occasions the people doubted God’s promise and his power. When the going got tough in the desert, they faltered and bitterly complained. ‘We were better off as slaves in Egypt,’ they said.

The Letter to the Hebrews quotes Psalm 95 in chapters 3 and 4. The writer knows how easy it is to forget God’s extraordinary love and goodness. It’s true even for people who have been bought and bound to God through the perfect sacrifice offered by the Lord Jesus Christ. For it was through the obedience of Jesus that God implemented a masterstroke when he satisfied in full all his righteous requirements for the sins of the world. Through the blood of Jesus, shed on the cross, a new and perfect way into God’s presence is now open for all who repent and believe the gospel. As Hebrews observes, Christ offers much more than the temporary rest Joshua offered. Christ offers a rest that is timeless and filled with joy (Hebrews 4:8-10).

Psalm 95 exhorts us to sing to Lord with joy in our hearts. It also warns us against turning our back on the salvation he has won for us. We who live on the other side of Jesus’ death and resurrection, express our joy in him and trust his promises. Having grasped his great gift with thanksgiving, let’s not turn away.

Thanksgiving. How often do you think about God’s mercy with thanksgiving in your heart and a song of praise on your lips – not only when you go to church, but also when you rise in the morning and go to bed at night?

Prayer. God our Father, whose will is to bring all things to order and unity in our Lord Jesus Christ; grant that all the peoples of the world, now divided and torn apart by sin, may be brought together in his kingdom of love; through Jesus Christ our Lord.  Amen.

Raise up your great power, Lord, and come among us to save us; so that, although through our sins we are grievously hindered in running the race that is set before us, your plentiful grace and mercy may speedily help and deliver us; through the sufficiency of your Son our Lord, to whom with you and the Holy Spirit be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

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One of the things I love about the Bible is its earthy realism. It understands the world we live in – the good and the bad, the grief and the joys. It also understands how we feel about life’s injustices especially when we see people who mock the notion of God, enjoying success. Nothing ever seems to go wrong for them. And as well as the unfairness we often feel, there are the realities of droughts and famines, floods and fires, earthquakes and ruthless autocratic rulers. Why doesn’t God step in? It seems so out of character, if he is all-powerful and truly good.

True faith will always have questions. In fact, faith that refuses to ask questions is one that leaves itself open to the contempt of the skeptic. True faith will want to address tough questions and be willing to experience the doubts that arise.

Now it’s important to note that to have doubts is not to lack faith: doubt is not the opposite of faith. Doubt and unbelief are two very different things. Doubt is something that only a believer can experience, for you can only doubt what you believe.

Doubt. Psalm 73 is a reflection written by a man who experienced doubt. He came within a hair’s breadth of abandoning his faith in God: But as for me, my feet had almost stumbled; my steps had nearly slipped (73:2). Yet at the end of the psalm he tells us he felt closer to God than ever before: But for me it is good to be near God; I have made the Lord Godmy refuge, to tell of all your works (73:28). As the psalm unfolds we learn of his spiritual pilgrimage –  how he progressed from doubt to a surer trust in God.

One of his big questions is framed by what we might say is a theological principle – that God is good to the upright(73:1). ‘Why is it then’, he asks, ‘that many who are godless find life easy while I suffer? Where is God?’

Indeed, a tone of bitterness flows through verses 3 through 11. It’s as though he is saying, ‘Come on, let’s face it, whatever we say when we go to church, it is the self-centered, proud, deceitful and ruthless people who succeed. Healthy and wealthy, nothing seems to bring them down. No-one seems to be able to call them to account. ‘They get rewarded for their crimes with popularity’, the psalmist observes. ‘God is irrelevant’, they say in mocking tones, rejecting any thought of divine retribution. Justice is the issue troubling the poet.

Consider what triggered the writer’s crisis of faith: All in vain I have kept my heart clean and washed my hands in innocence.  For all day long I have been plagued and am punished every morning (73:13f). For many, injustice only becomes an issue when it touches them. In those times we ask: ‘God, why me?’ It’s here that the first person singular pronouns give us away: ‘Why should I suffer?’ ‘Why me God?’ The psalm-writer articulates it: I envied the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the wicked (73:15).

The solution. In verses 15 following, we discover how the poet worked through his doubts. He went to church: When… I went into the sanctuary of God… I perceived their end.

Good churches not only read the Bible, but believe it to be God’s authentic, self-revelation. And so, they teach it and as they do they put God at the center of the vision of God’s people. This is vitally important. For it is only when God is at the center of our vision that we see life as it really is. We’re like the moon – we live on borrowed light. It’s only when we turn our face towards God through his Word that we see the light. But as long as we put ‘me’ at the center of life, our vision will be distorted.

So it’s only when we learn from God’s Word that we begin to see the true light revealed by God. And when the psalmist reflected on God’s Word he began to see what happens to those who choose not to believe: They are like a dream when one awakes; on awaking you despise their phantoms (73:20). As far as the Bible is concerned, this is dreadfully real.

The idea of a final day of accounting is mocked today. But when we think about it, if there is no ultimate judgement the world is reduced to moral indifference: goodness itself has no value. Furthermore, God’s people realize that just because we can’t see the future doesn’t mean it is imaginary. God sees it, even though we don’t.

There is probably no more terrible judgment on godless men and women than the reality that one day God will ignore them forever. ‘Depart from me, I never knew you,’ Jesus will say.  What chilling words to hear from the Lord of the universe. What a terrifying nightmare to be despised by God. When the psalmist went to church and put God at the center of his vision, he understood how precarious is the prosperity of the godless. It won’t last, he realized.

But the psalm-writer also learned that despite his doubts and foolish talk, he was a child of God: Nevertheless I am continually with you; you hold my right hand.  You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will receive me into glory (73:23). To hear God’s Word in the company of his people is a powerful grace-gift from God. It prompts us to see our doubts for what they are and opens our eyes to the riches of faith. God holds us by the hand, guides us with his counsel, and will bring us to everlasting glory.

We today have all the greater assurance of this because we live on the other side of the life and death, resurrection and ascension of Jesus Christ. Without him we will not know life in all its fullness and joy. CS Lewis once put it this way: All your life an unattainable ecstasy has hovered just beyond the grasp of your consciousness. The day is coming when you will wake to find, beyond all hope, that you have attained it, or else, that it was within your reach and you have lost it forever.

Prayers. Almighty God, you have conquered death through your dearly beloved Son Jesus Christ and have opened to us the gate of everlasting life: grant us by your grace to set our mind on things above, so that by your continual help our whole life may be transformed; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in everlasting glory. Amen.

Heavenly Father, the giver of all good things, fill our hearts with thankfulness, and grant that by your holy inspiration we may think those things that are good, and by your grace and guidance do them; through our Lord Jesus Christ.  Amen.

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Last week we reflected on the reality of the depression many people experience. Psalms 42 and 43 testify to this. The psalms are an example of the timeless wisdom and counsel that we find in the Bible. Psalms 42 and 43 are a cry from the heart.

The writer asks why he is depressed. ‘I believe’ he says, ‘Why then should I feel as I do? Why am I so inwardly disturbed? What’s happened to me?’ Three times he asks: Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you disquieted within me? (Ps 42:5, 11; Ps 43:5).

Speaking about his feelings, the poet doesn’t do what many who are depressed do: he doesn’t try to bury his emotional distress. And certainly, he doesn’t turn to alcohol, drugs, or some other diversion. Nor does he try to pretend he’s doing well: he admits his feelings.

We find here a very helpful lesson. It takes courage to identify that we have a problem. Men especially find this difficult, for generally we don’t like to talk about their feelings or admit to what might be perceived as weakness. Both Psalms 42 and 43 imply that if we are depressed, we need to acknowledge it. We don’t have to announce it on Facebook, but it’s worth speaking with a trustworthy friend, a pastor or a physician. And there may come a time when we will want to tell a wider audience – by way of testimony.

The point is that if we are lonely, or feel guilty about something, or if we have lost someone dear to us, we need to talk about it. There’s nothing to be gained by brushing it off or burying it. Look at the poet’s response in Psalm 42:9: I say to God, my rock, “Why have you forgotten me? Why must I walk about mournfully because the enemy oppresses me?” He’s almost making an accusation: ‘God, where are you? You’re supposed to be my rock and my security. Well God, the rock has moved. You have let me down. Why?’

Now, it’s important that we ask questions like this. Not because there’s necessarily an immediate answer, but because we need to express our frustration, even despair. Indeed, there can be times when we’re depressed because we repress our anger. One psychotherapist speaks of it as ‘frozen rage’.

When we feel angry with God, we must remember that he is no stranger to emotion. He knows what it is like to be treated unjustly and to be sinned against. And he certainly knows what it is like to feel alone. We should never forget Jesus’ own cry of dereliction that he uttered from the cross: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” (Matthew 27:46).

We cannot even begin to understand the depths of aloneness Jesus experienced over the three hours as he suffered the full power of God’s justice that we justly deserve. Time would have seemed to stand still as Jesus, the eternal Son of God, suffered the full force of the horrifying darkness and separation from all that is pure and good, from God, his eternal Father, as the weight of human sin was laid on his shoulders. In our moments of despair, it is easy to forget the cross of the Lord Jesus Christ. Every day we need to keep it before us.

Remember. To return to the psalms we are considering, in Psalm 42:4 we read: These things I remember, as I pour out my soul: how I went with the throng, and led them in procession to the house of God,… Recalling past blessings brought comfort to the writer in his spiritual drought. Many people find it helpful to keep what some Christians speak of as a journal of the soul. Reading it in the tough times can be a great encouragement.

Address our soul: Throughout the two psalms the theme cry is: Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you disquieted within me? The conscious mind of the poet is speaking to his inner self. Talking to yourself is sometimes reckoned to be a sign of mental aberration. But the poet is telling us that there are times when this can be a way to climb out of the pit of despair. A great danger for someone who is depressed is self-pity. Speak to your soul’, the poet advises.

Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones, a renowned 20th century English preacher wrote: ‘The main trouble in this whole matter of depression is that we allow our Self to talk to us instead of us talking to our Self.’ The writer’s soul has been depressing him, crushing him, so he stands up and says, ‘Soul, listen! I will speak to you: “Hope in God; I shall again praise him, my help and my God”.’

This is not the same as saying to anyone who is depressed, ‘Pull yourself together’. That kind of counsel won’t help. But, if we’re depressed, it would be helpful to say to ourselves, ‘Look to the Lord, for he is my light and my help. My hope is in him’.

Throughout these two psalms there is a movement from depression, to admission, and to self-exhortation. But there is something else: Prayer.

In Psalm 43:1 we read: Vindicate me, O God, and defend my cause against an ungodly people… And in verse 3: Send out your light and your truth; let them lead me…

The psalm-writer is confident in God’s grace at work in his life. Because of this he knows that the day will come when, again filled with joy, he will sing songs of praise to God.

Psalms 42-43 urge us to move beyond believing things about God, to sensing the Lord’s living presence in our lives – whoever we are, and whatever our situation in life.

A prayer. Almighty God, who taught the hearts of your faithful people by sending them the light of your Holy Spirit: so enable us by the same Spirit to have a right judgment in all things and always to rejoice in his holy comfort; through the merits of Christ Jesus our Savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.  Amen.

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Many people these days experience depression. It is not something new and should not be lightly dismissed. Some experience it more than others. Furthermore, it is not something that only people who have no religious faith experience. Great ones of the Bible, such as Elijah, King David, Jeremiah, and Paul the Apostle, all experienced it.

A cry from the heart. Psalms 42 & 43 which open Book II of the Psalms, reveal lessons we can learn from the experiences described in them. Far from home, in exile in the north, the psalm-writer asks three times: Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you so disquieted within me? (42:5, 11; 43:5).

In the opening line of Psalm 42 the poet reveals his desire: As a deer longs for flowing streams, so my soul longs for you, O God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When shall I come and behold the face of God? He longs for God’s presence. There are times when we too echo his feeling – times when prayer is difficult and talk of joy and peace is meaningless.

But notice what underlies these occasions – feelings, emotions, depression. Because we are psychosomatic beings, a disturbance in our body chemistry which may be caused by external physical factors, can affect our emotional balance as well as our spiritual awareness.

We can see what the writer is doing: he is telling us that it’s important we view our feelings and experiences through the lens of the wisdom of our faith. If we have a migraine we don’t shout, ‘Alleluia’. And so, if we’re suffering depression, we’re not going to feel close to God. But that shouldn’t prevent us from asking questions. Indeed, we should understand that there’s all the difference between feeling forsaken by God and being forsaken by him.

Now, that said, depression can be a result of spiritual factors. If, for example, we are burdened with guilt about something we’ve done, we may feel God is remote. There may also be times when we experience a spiritual attack from opposing forces. However, in most instances what might be called spiritual depression is in fact a natural depression impacting a spiritually minded person. This seems to be what the writer is experiencing.

And so he records his experiences. He speaks of his spiritual isolationMy tears have been my food day and night, while people say to me continually, “Where is your God?” (42:3) The verbal barbs went home. It’s easy to trust God in the comfort and security of God’s people. But now he was alone, without emotional support or personal encouragement. Situations like this can depress us for we are social creatures.

Furthermore, he reveals his physical isolationThese things I remember, as I pour out my soul: how I went with the throng, and led them in procession to the house of God, with glad shouts and songs of thanksgiving, a multitude keeping festival.

A high point of the writer’s life had been religious festivals. He is homesick as he remembers them. Anyone who has moved to a new city or a new country knows how real this can be. It’s enough to make anyone depressed.

But again, his experience was not necessarily spiritual depression. Yes, he felt isolated from God, but that didn’t mean there was an underlying spiritual cause. His issue wasn’t sin or lack of faith. It was the consequence of his situation.

His depression so disturbed him that he burst into uncontrollable tears: My tears have been my food day and night,..(42:3) Three times he also tells us that he was downcast. He felt flat. He felt no spark of enthusiasm or energy. Depressed people often feel exhausted.

He also says three times that he is disturbed‘Why are you so disturbed within me, o my soul?’ We sense his anxious sighs and groans. And in verse 7 he tells us that he feels overwhelmed: Deep calls to deep at the thunder of your waterfalls (or, cataracts); all your waves and your billows have gone over me.

Socially and physically alone, the writer was emotionally distraught. He was flat emotionally, anxious, and overwhelmed. Which led to something else: spiritual rejection. In verse 9 he says: I say to God, my rock, “Why have you forgotten me? Why must I walk about mournfully because the enemy oppresses me?” Torn with a sense of loss, he is like someone grieving the loss of a loved one. He feels spiritually bereft, devastated, and heartbroken.

But this writer is a believer. The dominant person in his life is God. We recall his opening line: As a deer longs for flowing streams, so my soul longs for you, O God. The poet feels spiritually depressed, not because he was spiritually negligent but because of his situation as one of God’s people. ‘I believe’ he is saying, ‘Why should I feel like I do? Why am I so inwardly disturbed? What’s happened to me? What’s happened to my faith?’

We may think this man is spiritually weak but there’s no hint of this in the psalm. In fact, the way he wrestles with his depression testifies to the reality of his faith and to his perseverance.

Psalms 42 and 43 are most important for they provide lessons for us when we are in the depths of despair. What was the writer’s response? We’ll consider this next Wednesday.

A prayer. Almighty God, we commend to your fatherly goodness all who are in any way afflicted or distressed, especially those who are known to us. May it please you to comfort and relieve them according to their needs, giving them patience in their sufferings, and a happy issue out of all their afflictions. All this we ask for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Twenty-four years ago Judith and I were living three short blocks south of the Twin Towers in Downtown Manhattan. We had awakened on Tuesday morning, September 11 to clear blue skies and the sparkling waters of New York Harbor. But it was not to last.

We felt the shock in our building when the first tower was hit from the north. We heard the scream of the second jet flying low overhead and what sounded like a sonic boom when the south tower was hit. We experienced the shaking of our apartment building, similar to that of an earthquake, and the midnight darkness when the first tower collapsed. We saw the dust, the ash and the paper on the streets and felt the eerie silence when we were later able to leave our building. Lower Manhattan was like a moonscape. A great evil occurred that day.

Twenty-four years on it is easy to put aside the hideous, evil acts that cut short the lives of people going about their daily affairs. It’s easy to forget that commercial airliners were used as missiles to crash into the Twin Towers and the Pentagon. A further flight intended for more destruction was thwarted by the selfless heroic efforts of passengers. People on that flight prayed the Lord’s Prayer as the plane crashed into a field in Pennsylvania. Over three thousand men and women died that day.

In his address to the nation that evening, George W. Bush, then President, called for prayers for all who had lost loved ones. He continued: And I pray they will be comforted by a power greater than any of us, spoken through the ages in Psalm 23: “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me.”

In the Wall Street Bible talks I was giving at the time, I spoke on Psalm 46 which begins: God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging.

Creation in turmoil. It can never be said that the Bible knows nothing about catastrophic events – and not least human evil and its devastating effects on this world. Indeed, the Psalm introduces a theme we overlook today – namely, the ultimate dissolution of the present world order by its Creator. God continues his work even in the midst of the chaos. God’s supremacy and presence with his people is never thwarted. He alone is our security and strength.

The larger biblical epic records the intrusion of evil into God’s good creation in Genesis chapter 3. God didn’t create evil, but because he didn’t make us robots, he allowed it. However, as the biblical narrative unfolds, we become aware of the reality and the depth of wickedness.

As a side note, if we insist we’re here by chance and are nothing but atoms in an ordered cohesion bumping around in time and space, evil and suffering have no meaning for there is no transcendental moral compass.

The opening lines of Psalm 46 speak of the unchanging God who is our refuge and strength. In him alone we find a secure shelter and the power within to address any situation. Indeed, verses 2 and 3 exhort us not to fear, even if the world around us is undone, for God remains supreme over every facet of his creation – the earth, the mountains, and the seas.

Humanity in turmoil. Psalm 46 moves from the upheaval of the material world to human turmoil. There is a river, whose streams make glad the city of God….God is the midst of the city; it will not be moved; God will help it when the morning dawns.

Derek Kidner comments that ‘the city of God is one of the great themes of the Old Testament … God’s choice of Zion, or Jerusalem, had been as striking as his choice of David, and the wonder of it keeps breaking through’ (Kidner, Psalms, Vol.1, p.175). We also find glimpses anticipating the New Testament vision of the heavenly Jerusalem as the community of God’s people rather than as a place (Ps.48:2).

Verse 6 speaks of the instability of evil and human tumult: The nations are in uproar, the kingdoms totter… However, God has the last word for when he utters his voice, the earth melts. Verse 7 is so reassuring: The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge.

The Lord of hosts points to the mighty armies of heaven to which Jesus alluded when he was arrested (Matthew 26:53). Refuge, a different to word to verse 1, speaks of an ‘inaccessible height’ which the New English Bible translates as our high stronghold.

Be still! Verses 8 and 9 are an invitation to catch the vision of God’s ultimate intention – to make wars to cease to the end of the earth. It is a picture of the perfect peace that will follow on the other side of God’s judgement – the accounting that precedes the perfect righteousness of the new heaven and the new earth (2 Peter 3:12f).

The command “Be still” is not so much a word of comfort to God’s people under duress but a command to every nation. Jesus’s word to the turbulent winds and waters, “Peace. Be still” display the power of God’s Word. Mind-bending though the idea is, at God’s command the nations will be called to order, confronted by God’s supreme and glorious power: “Know that I am God! I will be exalted among the nations … and in the earth” (46:10).

In the closing words, the confidence in God in verse 1 returns with greater power: The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge – our high stronghold! The death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ confirm the truth and trustworthiness of these words.

In the immediate aftermath of 9/11 twenty-four years ago, churches were filled as many looked for comfort and hope. Some turned to the risen Lord Jesus Christ for the first time.

As we reflect on these events twenty-four years on, will you join with me in praying for the nations, especially that God might open blind eyes and unstop deaf ears, turning hard hearts towards their true home in Christ?

It’s worth noting the words of Blaise Pascal, the 17th C French mathematician, physicist and philosopher: “Men and women despise religion. They hate it and are afraid it may be true. The cure for this is just to show that religion is not contrary to reason, but worthy of reverence and respect. Next make it attractive, make good people wish it were true, and then show them that it is”.

Let me also encourage you to purchase copies of my book, The Jesus Story: Seven Signs – one to refresh your own faith in Christ as well as copies to pass on to others. Use the link in the banner below if you are in the US. If you are outside the US copies can be purchased through Amazon.

Prayer. We commend to your fatherly care, merciful God, all those who in this passing world are in any kind of trouble, sorrow, sickness, anxiety or need, especially we pray for…  Give them patience and confidence in your goodness, and in your mercy provide their every need. Father, hear our prayer, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

We praise your name for all your servants in whose life and death Christ has been honored. Grant that, encouraged by the good examples of their lives, we may run the race that is set before us, and with them share the fullness of joy at your right hand; through Christ who is the pioneer and perfecter of faith.  Amen.

© John G. Mason

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Back in April 2017, The Spectator (UK) carried an article by Douglas Murray who asked, ‘Who Will Protect Nigeria’s Northern Christians?’ Murray pointed out that the Fulani (militia) are watching everything closely from the surrounding mountains. Every week, their progress across the northern states of Plateau and Kaduna continues. Every week, more massacres – another village burned, its church razed, its inhabitants slaughtered, raped or chased away…

‘For the outside world, what is happening to the Christians of northern Nigeria is both beyond our imagination and beneath our interest… Villages have been persuaded to keep records of the attacks to show anyone who cares…

Murray was writing of the region where three years before (2014) the Boko Haram had abducted two hundred and seventy-six schoolgirls. A report in April last year, 2024 indicated that ninety-one were still missing.

Murray commented in 2017: ‘If the international community meant anything by its promises such as the UN’s ‘responsibility to protect’ doctrine, then what is happening could not go on. But the international community is uninterested…’

The reality is that the persecution of Christians continues. With some 50,000 deaths of Christians in Nigeria over the last decade, Nigeria is considered to be the most persecuted country in the world.

Atrocities like this cause our hearts to cry out with the repeated words of Psalm 13, How long, O Lord…?

Indeed, over the years one of the questions that constantly arises is how to respond to the carping criticism against Christianity about suffering in the world. It’s an important question. Yet it is also one of the toughest to answer for anyone who believes that God not only exists but is also all-powerful and all-compassionate.

Our sense of right and wrong and our cry for justice suggest we live in a moral universe.

If we lived in a world that had come into existence simply through a process of spontaneous change, logically we would be nothing but particles, bumping around in some sort of meaningful connection. Our conscious state would be nothing more than electrical discharges in the human brain.

Indeed, when we think about it, it’s difficult to be morally indignant about behavior that results from quarks smashing together. The issues of evil and suffering and the cry for justice are irrelevant if our existence is simply the product of an evolutionary framework.

Is this a reason for the international and media silence about the plight of suffering in Northern Nigeria and elsewhere? Yet the reality is that most of us have a sense of justice, often ill-defined, but nevertheless it is there.

Difficult though the subject of suffering is for anyone who believes in God, the Bible assures us that our cry for justice is right. It is right to condemn all wicked violence, the taking of innocent life. The Bible condemns the perpetrators of such deeds. Indeed, the Bible helps us to know evil when we see it.

So will justice ever occur? If we agree that we live in a moral universe, the picture the Bible paints makes a lot of sense and is very satisfying. Winston Churchill once observed that there had to be a hell, to bring the likes of Lenin and Stalin and Hitler to justice. The good news is that one day God will call everyone to account.

But there is a sting in the tail. If we want justice to be done to others, we must agree that we too need to be brought to account. Yes, we long for justice and vindication, but we too are guilty before a good and holy God.

Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn observed: ‘If only there were evil people somewhere insidiously committing evil deeds, and it were necessary only to separate them from the rest of us and destroy them. But the line dividing good and evil cuts through the heart of every human being. And who is willing to destroy a piece of his own heart?’

So, why doesn’t God step in now? The Bible’s answer is that God stays his hand for the present because he wants to give all men and women, like the Prodigal Son in Jesus’ parable, the opportunity to turn to him in repentance. The good news is that God will pardon and deliver us when we turn to Jesus Christ. His judgment may be slow as we count time, but it is very sure as we read in the Second Letter of Peter, chapter 3 (2 Peter 3:9-13).

In the concluding verses of Psalm 13, we see the energy of David’s faith as he presses on in the Lord: But I have trusted in your steadfast love; my heart shall rejoice in your salvation. I will sing to the Lord because he has dealt wonderfully with me (13:5-6).

We now have a far greater understanding of God’s love than David, for we live of the other side of the cross and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The cross of Jesus came between God’s good creation ruined by human sin with which the Bible begins, and the promise of a restored creation with which the Bible ends. In Revelation, chapter 21 we read: God will wipe away every tear from our eyes… there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.

Does this mean we do nothing about the atrocities perpetrated against God’s people now? We have this responsibility – to pray for our suffering brothers and sisters, to find ways of letting them know of our awareness and even to find ways of providing support. And, as we are able, to let others, including leaders, know of the plight of the persecuted peoples. As Edmund Burke, 17th century English philosopher and statesman remarked: The only thing necessary for evil to triumph is for good men (men and women) to do nothing.

Prayer. God of the nations, whose kingdom rules over all, have mercy on our broken and divided world. Shed abroad your peace in the hearts of all men and women and banish from them the spirit that makes for war; so that all races and people may learn to live as members of one family and in obedience to your laws; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Raise up your great power, Lord, and come among us to save us; so that, although through our sins we are grievously hindered in running the race that is set before us, your plentiful grace and mercy may speedily help and deliver us; through the sufficiency of your Son our Lord, to whom with you and the Holy Spirit be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

© John G. Mason

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Studies reveal that Christianity is the most persecuted religion in the world. Not that we should be surprised. Jesus warned his followers that this would be their experience because of their association with him. “If the world hates you”, Jesus says, “know that it has hated me before it hated you …” (John 15:18).

The theme of the persecution of God’s people is not new. Psalm 2, written some 1,000 years before, begins: Why do the nations conspire and the peoples plot in vain?

Why introduces the first of four voices and the underlying theme. The plot is a war between humanity and their creator. Significantly, plot in verse 1 is the same word used in the original language as the word translated meditate in Psalm 1, verse 2. Whereas all who are truly blessed and happy delight to meditate on God’s Word, the nations and peoples mutter and murmur in a negative voice.

The psalm continues by identifying the leaders of this muttering: The kings of the earth set themselves, and their rulers take counsel together, against the Lord and his anointed saying, “Let us burst their bonds asunder, and cast their cords from us” (Ps 2:2-3).

In identifying who the kings and rulers oppose, two further voices are identified – the Lord God (Ps 2:4-6) and his anointed one, Messiah (Ps 2:7-9).

Significantly, the prophet Hosea, chapter 11, verse 4 reveals God’s words about his relationship with his people and his care of them: I led them with cords of human kindness, with bands of love. I was to them like those who lift infants to their cheeks. I bent down to them and fed them.

And the Acts of the Apostles records the prayer of God’s people when Peter and John were released by the Jewish Council for preaching that Jesus, raised from the dead, is the Messiah. Psalm 2 is referenced in Acts as a psalm of David (even though the Psalm is not titled as such) and understood it as a prediction of Jesus’s crucifixion: Why did the Gentiles rage, and the peoples imagine vain things? (Acts 4:25f).

Specifically, the Jerusalem believers understood that Psalm 2 pointed to the actions of Herod and Pontius Pilate, the Gentile and Jewish leaders who had called for the crucifixion of God’s anointed one (Messiah). They viewed it as an essential part of God’s hidden, sovereign plan (Acts 4:28f). As Derek Kidner observes, ‘Every grand alliance against heaven will show, in time, this double pattern’ (D. Kidner, Psalms, IVP).

Verses 4 through 6 reveal God’s responseHe who sits in the heavens laughs; the Lord has them in derision.

God’s laughter is not mocking, but rather laughter at the human arrogance that denies the existence of the Lord, sovereign over his creation. As Psalm 19 reveals, The heavens declare the glory of God; and the earth proclaims his handiwork …

Paul the Apostle echoes Psalm 2:5 and Psalm 19 when he writes: For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and wickedness of those who by their wickedness suppress the truth. For what can be known about God is plain to them. Ever since the creation of the world his eternal power and divine nature, invisible though they are, have been understood and seen through the things he has made. So they are without excuse; for though they knew God, they did not honor him as God or give thanks to him… (Romans 1:21a-23).

And in First Corinthians, chapter 1, verse 20 we read: Where is the one who is wise? Where is the debater of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of the world?

To return to Psalm 2, God speaks to us all when he says: “I have set my king on Zion, my holy hill” (Ps 2:6). The perpendicular pronoun “I” is emphatic. Despite the view of many, especially in the western world today, God is not mocked. As he promised King David, a descendant of his (David’s) will one day be enthroned and be seen by all. God and his king will have the final word – and the last laugh.

Which introduces the third voice of the psalm – the voice of the king: I will tell the decree of the Lord: He said to me, “You are my son; today I have begotten you (Ps 2:7).

In Second Samuel chapter 7, verses 12 following, Nathan the prophet reveals God’s promise to David as he speaks about a descendant of David: … I will raise up your offspring after you, … and I will establish his kingdom. He shall build a house for my name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. I will be his father, and he shall be my son.

The relationship between the second and third speakers of the psalm permeate the New Testament. God says to Jesus at his baptism: “You are my Son, the Beloved” (Luke 3:22) and to Peter, James and John at Jesus’s transfiguration: “This is my Son, my Chosen; listen to him!” (Luke 9:35) Furthermore, Paul the Apostle in his address at Antioch in Pisidia, linked the title of Jesus as God’s Son with his resurrection from the dead (Acts 13:32-34).

The theme of the rule of God’s king develops: Ask of me and I will make the nations your heritage, and the ends of the earth your possession. You shall break them with a rod of iron,  and dash them in pieces like a potter’s vessel” (Ps 2:8-9).

Matthew records Jesus’s mandate to his disciples: “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, … (28:18f). And although the rule of Christ Jesus is hidden for the present, his mandate to make disciples of the nations, continues through the ages for all his people. Furthermore, in the context of Psalm 2 we can paraphrase break them as shepherd them, and a rod of iron as scepter, indicating his rule is as a shepherd king, guiding and disciplining with his royal scepter.

Which leads to the warning to God’s enemies in Psalm 2, verses 10 through 12: Now therefore, you kings, be wise; be warned, you rulers of the earth. Serve the Lord with fear, live in trembling, paying true homage or he will be angry and your way will lead to your destruction, for his wrath can flare up in a moment.

God’s anger is not fickle, but just. It is balanced by the reality that he is also merciful and slow to anger – as we read, for example, in Isaiah chapter 63, verse 9: In his love and in his pity he redeemed them (his people)…

The fourth voice is in the last line of the psalm: Happy are all who take refuge in him (2:12c). Happy or blessed brings Psalms 1 and 2 together.

Dr. Andrew Shead (Moore College, Sydney) comments, ‘… this refuge-seeker is none other than the wise reader who delights in God’s instruction. Most of the psalms that follow are told from the perspective of this character as he addresses God in trust and thanksgiving, and comes to God for refuge’.

We shouldn’t be surprised when our faith in Christ Jesus is mocked. Rather, as Jesus said, “Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you…” (Matthew 5:44).

Prayer. Almighty God, the protector of all who put their trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: increase and multiply your mercy upon us, so that with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal that we finally lose not the things eternal: grant this, heavenly Father, for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ.  Amen.

Eternal God, from whom all holy desires, all good purposes, and all just works proceed: give to your servants that peace which the world cannot give, that our hearts may be set to obey your commandments, and that free from the fear of our enemies we may pass our time in trust and quietness; through the merits of Jesus Christ our Saviour. Amen.

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Have you ever been resentful of people whose lives seem successful? They’ve achieved recognition; they have beautiful children, and they enjoy material riches. The very thought of them strips any sense of happiness from you.

Now there’s nothing wrong with being successful, having a great family or having money. The question is how do we value them? Do they represent what life is about or is there more to life?

Today we come to a second Reflection on Psalm 1. The Psalm is important for it lays the foundation for the whole Book of Psalms. As it progresses it identifies our two life-choices – a road to nowhere, or a path to life.

Consider verse 3. The imagery is vivid as it speaks of the truly blessed or happy people. They are like a tree planted by streams of water, that yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither. In all it does it prospers.

Like a tree, truly happy people draw upon life-giving water, growing slowly, steadily, surely, putting roots deeper and deeper into the source of life. Their source of water is God’s word. And just as a well-rooted tree develops its own particular fruit in the appropriate season, so they develop their own distinctive personality and quality of life.

And significantly, because this tree is well-rooted, its leaf doesn’t wither in the crippling conditions of drought. Unlike reeds in dried-up river beds or grass in parched earth, trees because of their deep-rooting system are more able to reach what little moisture there is. So in the tough times of life, the faith of God’s people is not likely to shrivel up.

Yes, our faith will be tested, but in the same way a deeply rooted tree in drought conditions is stimulated to push down even deeper in search of moisture, so too are we are stirred to dig deeper into God’s word; to rely more and more upon him; to be more focussed on putting our life in his hands. This results in bearing the fruit of love – love for God, love for others. We yearn for this. We long for the water of life, but in our natural state we look in the wrong places.

Two thousand years ago a woman at a well in Samaria longed for happiness but it had eluded her. Thinking that love and marriage was the answer, she had been married five times. And as Jesus observed in his conversation with her in John chapter 4, she was now living with a sixth man. But each time she made the same mistake. Her life was a mess. She felt insecure, lonely, and dissatisfied.

Telling her that he, Jesus, offered living waters which spring into eternal life, he said that true believers worshipped the Father in spirit and in truth. ‘A new age is dawning,’ he said, ‘when access to God is no longer tied to any one race or nation.’ The key is to know Christ and, in turn to make him known.

Consider what Psalm 1 tells us happens to a world that fails to turn to God and put its trust in him. In verse 4 we read: The wicked are not so, but are like the chaff which the wind drives away.

Chaff is the epitome of what is rootless and weightless: it has no substance. It’s useless. We can feel the force of the imagery – the action of winnowing, tossing the harvested grain into the air so that the light, useless chaff will be carried off by the wind, while the heavy grain falls to the ground.

Other psalms point out that all too often it is the godless rather than the godly who seem to succeed in life. But those same psalms also come to the same conclusion as this psalm. There will come a Day when men and women of straw together with their works of straw will be revealed.

Verse 6 looks ahead to this: Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous; for the Lord knows the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish.

If this world is to make any sense at all, there must be a final judgement. If there is any morality, there must come a time when everyone is called to account. One of the points the Bible insists upon is that there will be such a time. And the psalmist wants us to know that on that day, those who have ignored God, who turned their backs on the perfect pattern of life he has shown us, or who have simply rejected him, will not have a leg to stand on.

Are you looking for meaning and lasting joy in life? Psalm 1 tells us how we can find it. We won’t find it by following our own inclinations nor by following our passions. And, with the incarnation of the Son of God, we certainly won’t find it by dismissing Jesus Christ.

We don’t know what life holds. One thing we do know is this. Our world is not getting any better. The western world is more and more wrecking itself on the rocks of unadulterated selfishness. People want happiness but insist upon looking in all the wrong places.

God tells us where we can find it. In responding to him, in learning from him and leaning on him; in living lives shaped by his perfect pattern. Then and only then will we begin to find true happiness.

So, if we want to find true happiness, it’s worth planning a lifestyle that includes the daily reading of the Bible; developing a pattern of prayer, so we can plunge into the springs of God’s living water. The best way to begin is to not procrastinate. If you are not regularly reading the Bible, plan to start today.

A prayer. Blessed Lord, you have caused all holy scriptures to be written for our learning, grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn and inwardly digest them, so that, encouraged and supported by your holy Word, we may embrace and always hold fast the joyful hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ.  Amen.

© John G. Mason

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Happiness is something we long for. But how can we achieve it? It’s elusive: one moment we can be feeling happy, but the next we’re not. Like moonlight it has slipped through our fingers.

In fact ‘happiness’ can’t be a goal in the strict sense of the word. For a goal is something that is within our power to achieve. Happiness isn’t like that. There are too many variables outside our control.

We can think that being successful, having a good family and friends, material assets and comfort, will make us happy. But it doesn’t. There will always be others more successful. And behind the best of families there is often unresolved pain or hurt; those with wealth often find they’re not satisfied – they want more, or they worry about the security of all they have. Despite experiencing much that is good in life we don’t always feel that overwhelming sense of real happiness and joy.

Psalm 1 helps us. Blessed is the one … we read. Blessed means ‘happy’. The idea is echoed twenty-six times in the Psalms. It is also the word Jesus used in what are known as the Beatitudes in his Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:3-12).

In Psalm 1 verses 1 through 3 we read: Happy is the one who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers; but their delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law they meditate day and night.

We all have a real thirst, a longing for something that will satisfy us deeply. The thirst is not wrong. It is part of our complex make-up that makes us human. Our problem is that we look in the wrong places to satisfy it. The prophet Jeremiah records God’s words: “My people have committed two sins: They have forsaken me, the spring of living water, and have dug their own cisterns, broken cisterns that cannot hold water,…” (Jeremiah 2:13).

Verse 1 of the Psalm challenges us to consider our world-view. Our natural inclination is to adopt a world-view that appeals to our sense of self-sufficiency. We like the music emanating from the temples of materialism or humanism that puts us in control of our lives and our destiny.

As we continue down this path, we indulge in behaviour that appeals to our feelings, even though it means flouting God’s directions and good purposes. And so we find ourselves marching in step with the crowds who live as though there is no God and no objective moral order. In turn we join the cynics who mock Christianity. We become part of a silent majority, failing to speak up for what we believe because we’re afraid. We sit in the seat of scoffers.

What then is the path to real happiness? Verse 2 tells us: their delight is in the law of the Lord; and on his law they meditate day and night.

The negatives of verse 1 are now contrasted in verse 2. As others have observed, they show us we have a choice. Like Adam and Eve in the original garden, God respects the gift of choice he has given us. It’s one of the features that makes us human. We are not puppets on a string in a mechanistic universe. We can choose.

Verse 2 provides the key that unlocks our true humanityTheir delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law they meditate day and night. We need something to transform us from deep within. The law of the Lord which stands against the counsel of the wicked is a reference to God’s instruction.

Interestingly the word meditate here is the same word plot Psalm 2:1. What goes on within our hearts and minds becomes evident in our words and actions. In Psalm 2:1 the plotting is the intention of darkness that leads to evil. In Psalm 1 meditating on God’s Word, his self-disclosure, leads to Godly growth and behaviour.

People who are blessed meditate on God’s Word – God’s special self-disclosure. Here is the key to real and lasting happiness. It foreshadows Jesus’s reference to living waters that he promised to the woman at the well in Samaria. These ‘waters’ are bound up in knowing him.

Sometimes we think that meditation is something carried out by the super-spiritual – people who are etched into stained-glass windows, people who have their heads in heaven but who are no earthly use. This is not so. The words here echo God’s command to Joshua – God’s man of action who needed just as much as anyone else to think hard about the will of God if he wanted to achieve anything worthwhile.

Real happiness is found in our determination to be instructed and counselled by God himself. This isn’t easy. It will mean being prepared to look inside ourselves and consider why we say the things we sometimes do, why we think and behave the way we do, and then be willing to change. This can be tough. It means being honest with ourselves before God. It can take time.

For to meditate on God’s teaching involves letting the weight of God’s Word press upon our hearts and minds, and our life-style.

Where then do we find true happiness? Not swimming in the shallows of faith, but plunging into the mind of God found in the living waters of his Word.

A prayer. Almighty God, you show to those who are in error the light of your truth so that they may return into the way of righteousness: grant to all who are admitted into the fellowship of Christ’s service so that we may renounce those things that are contrary to our profession and follow all such things as are agreeable to it; through our Lord Jesus Christ.  Amen.

© John G. Mason

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What do you think of prayer? Do you pray regularly? And if you do, do you pray with confidence? Can God, whom we call ‘Father’, be trusted to hear our prayers and answer them?

In Luke chapter 11, verses 9 and 10, Jesus says: “Ask, and it will be given you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.

On either side of these words Jesus answers two questions we might have about prayer: Does God always listen to us? Does he always have our very best interests at heart? His answer is found in two metaphors that sit on either side of his words in verses 9 and 10.

His answer to our first question is in a parable sometimes called, ‘The Friend at Midnight’ (11:5-8). The parable has an underlying, unspoken question, ‘Can you imagine…?’ ‘Can you imagine a man talking like this to a friend in need?’ Jesus is asking.

The key to the parable is found in the words in verse 8, translated, the man’s boldness. Let me suggest this is one place where most English translations are unhelpful, for they follow a translation that only dates back to the 12th century.

In recent times the late Dr. Kenneth Bailey brought fresh insights to the parables from his work on Middle-Eastern culture. In the original text the noun, man’s does not appear; rather the personal pronoun his is found. Furthermore, in the light of the research by Dr. Bailey, a better translation of boldness is sense of shame. The flow of the syntax, the narrative impact of the story has the sleeper in bed as the focus – not the man knocking on the door. It is a parable about God and the issue of God’s honour, his name. It is not a parable about the man’s persistence. Persistence is a theme taken up in a parable in Luke chapter 18.

In the parable of the friend at midnight God is represented as the one who is in bed, shut in for the night. The unwritten laws of mid-eastern hospitality, which are an important sub-text of the parable, required a man to get up and help his neighbour in need. If he didn’t he would be shamed and he would bring dishonour to the whole community. “Can you imagine,’ Jesus asks, ‘anyone saying, ‘Don’t disturb me?’ to a neighbour in need, even at midnight?

So it is with God.  His very nature demands that he get up and act. Otherwise, he will bring shame to his name. It’s a matter of God’s honour and integrity. He can be trusted to hear our requests, no matter how small, no matter what time of day or night.

‘That’s so encouraging’, you may say: ‘But what about the next question? Will God give me good things? Can he be trusted at that level or is he fickle?’

In verses 11 and 12 Jesus adopts two metaphors to move from the lesser to the greater: the most violent thief can be kind to his son and the most mercenary-minded father can be generous to his daughter. ‘Do you think God is any less open-handed?’ Jesus asks.

We need to think about this. To trust God is also to rely on his fatherly wisdom. A good and loving father will give good gifts, but he’ll use his own discretion as to how he will act.

Jesus assures us that God will not exploit our prayer or act in some malicious way. In the model prayer he gave to his disciples (11:2-4), he tells us to call God, “Father”. We need to be assured of this when we pray. Furthermore, we must realise that we are not wise enough, nor good enough, to get everything we request from someone who is the all- powerful, creator, lord of the universe.

Jesus’ direction in the model prayer to say, “Your will be done”, is not fatalism. These words are necessary to any conversation with an all-loving and all-powerful Father.

People who find it difficult to grasp the idea of a good and loving father are often those who have had an unhappy or abusive childhood. Jesus is saying that we can trust our heavenly father. Even if you have not had a good experience of an earthly father, you can nevertheless trust in the goodness of your father in heaven. We need not fear that he will twist our words.

He may not give us everything we want; he may delay making any response; but like any good and loving father he does not want to spoil us with over-indulgence. He may also want to test our seriousness in prayer and the quality of our relationship with him.

Sometimes God does say, ‘No’, as he did when Paul asked him to remove the thorn which was troubling him. He also said ‘No’ to Jesus when he begged that the cup of suffering might be taken away. When God says, ‘No, it’s because his plans are bigger than ours.

When we begin a prayer relationship with God the Father, we open the door to untold blessings. That’s why Jesus is speaking with such unqualified confidence when he promises: “Ask, and it will be given you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you”.

Prayer is a precious privilege. As Blaise Pascal, the 17th C French mathematician, chemist and philosopher observed, ‘God has organised the government of the universe so that our prayer, our talking with him, has meaning. It brings us into the very presence of the God who is at the heart of the universe’. Yet so often our prayer life is dead. Why don’t we pray more consistently and more confidently?

And for anyone who is still asking questions about the faith and is finding it hard to make a commitment to the Lord Jesus, his words are for you as well: ‘Ask, Seek, Knock’. If you want faith, ask for it. If you seek, you will find. If you really are knocking on God’s door, the door will be opened.

God is the Father who loves to give. We can take Jesus at his word. ‘Will God not give the Holy Spirit to those who ask?” Jesus asks.

Why does he speak about the Holy Spirit here? He is anticipating the great gift of his coming to us through his Spirit: the Spirit will open our minds to hear the voice of God through the Word of God; the Spirit will open our hearts to God and enable us to call God, ‘Father’ – as we read in Romans, chapter 8, verse 15. The Spirit will open our lives to God and empower us to trust God.

Prayer. Let your merciful ears, Lord God, be open to the prayers of your people, and so that we may obtain our petitions, direct us to ask such things as will please you; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

© John G. Mason

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The Jesus Story – Sign #7: A Dead Man Raised https://anglicanconnection.com/the-jesus-story-sign-7-a-dead-man-raised/ Tue, 22 Oct 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=32008 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-jesus-story-sign-7-a-dead-man-raised/">The Jesus Story – Sign #7: A Dead Man Raised</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 232 232 The Jesus Story – Sign #7: A Dead Man Raised full false 8:46 32008
The Jesus Story – Sign #6: The Blind See https://anglicanconnection.com/the-jesus-story-sign-6-the-blind-see/ Tue, 15 Oct 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=32004 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-jesus-story-sign-6-the-blind-see/">The Jesus Story – Sign #6: The Blind See</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 231 231 The Jesus Story – Sign #6: The Blind See full false 9:29 32004
The Jesus Story – Sign #5: Walking on Water https://anglicanconnection.com/the-jesus-story-sign-5-walking-on-water/ Tue, 08 Oct 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=32000 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-jesus-story-sign-5-walking-on-water/">The Jesus Story – Sign #5: Walking on Water</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 230 230 The Jesus Story – Sign #5: Walking on Water full false 9:49 32000
The Jesus Story – Sign #4: Food for Five Thousand https://anglicanconnection.com/the-jesus-story-sign-4-food-for-five-thousand/ Tue, 01 Oct 2024 21:17:46 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31985 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-jesus-story-sign-4-food-for-five-thousand/">The Jesus Story – Sign #4: Food for Five Thousand</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 229 229 The Jesus Story – Sign #4: Food for Five Thousand full false 8:50 31985
The Jesus Story – Sign #3: A Paralytic Healed https://anglicanconnection.com/the-jesus-story-sign-3-a-paralytic-healed/ Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:46:46 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31977 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-jesus-story-sign-3-a-paralytic-healed/">The Jesus Story – Sign #3: A Paralytic Healed</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 228 228 The Jesus Story – Sign #3: A Paralytic Healed full false 9:20 31977 The Jesus Story – Sign #2: A Healing from Afar https://anglicanconnection.com/the-jesus-story-sign-2-a-healing-from-afar/ Tue, 17 Sep 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31964 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-jesus-story-sign-2-a-healing-from-afar/">The Jesus Story – Sign #2: A Healing from Afar</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 227 227 The Jesus Story – Sign #2: A Healing from Afar full false 9:36 31964
The Jesus Story – Sign #1: Water into Wine https://anglicanconnection.com/the-jesus-story-sign-1-water-into-wine/ Tue, 10 Sep 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31953 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-jesus-story-sign-1-water-into-wine/">The Jesus Story – Sign #1: Water into Wine</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 226 226 The Jesus Story – Sign #1: Water into Wine full false 8:25 31953
The Jesus Story: A Renewing Interest https://anglicanconnection.com/the-jesus-story-a-renewing-interest/ Tue, 03 Sep 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31938 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-jesus-story-a-renewing-interest/">The Jesus Story: A Renewing Interest…</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 225 225 The Jesus Story: A Renewing Interest full false 9:31 31938
Songs for the Summer: A Searching Call to Worship… https://anglicanconnection.com/songs-for-the-summer-a-searching-call-to-worship/ Tue, 27 Aug 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31928 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/songs-for-the-summer-a-searching-call-to-worship/">Songs for the Summer: A Searching Call to Worship…</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 224 224 Songs for the Summer: A Searching Call to Worship… full false 9:43 31928
Songs for the Summer: Anxiety… https://anglicanconnection.com/songs-for-the-summer-anxiety/ Tue, 20 Aug 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31915 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/songs-for-the-summer-anxiety/">Songs for the Summer: Anxiety…</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 223 223 Songs for the Summer: Anxiety… full false 9:55 31915 Songs for the Summer: How Long, O Lord…? https://anglicanconnection.com/songs-for-the-summer-how-long-o-lord/ Tue, 13 Aug 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31904 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/songs-for-the-summer-how-long-o-lord/">Songs for the Summer: How Long, O Lord…?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 222 222 Songs for the Summer: How Long, O Lord…? full false 9:38 31904
Songs for the Summer: Who Am I? https://anglicanconnection.com/songs-for-the-summer-who-am-i/ Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31887 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/songs-for-the-summer-who-am-i/">Songs for the Summer: Who Am I?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 221 221 Songs for the Summer: Who Am I? full false 11:14 31887 Why Do the Nations…? https://anglicanconnection.com/why-do-the-nations/ Tue, 30 Jul 2024 21:37:13 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31879 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/why-do-the-nations/">‘Why Do the Nations…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 220 220 Why Do the Nations…? full false 12:44 31879 Songs for the Summer: The Path to Life https://anglicanconnection.com/songs-for-the-summer-the-path-to-life/ Tue, 23 Jul 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31865 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/songs-for-the-summer-the-path-to-life/">‘Songs for the Summer: The Path to Life’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 219 219 Songs for the Summer: The Path to Life full false 10:41 31865
Happiness… https://anglicanconnection.com/happiness-4/ Tue, 16 Jul 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31820 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/happiness-4/">‘Happiness…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 218 218 Happiness… full false 8:30 31820
Paul’s Prayer: Transformation https://anglicanconnection.com/pauls-prayer-transformation/ Tue, 09 Jul 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31816 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/pauls-prayer-transformation/">‘Paul’s Prayer: Transformation’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 217 217 Paul’s Prayer: Transformation full false 9:50 31816
Jesus’ Prayer: (3) Confessional Unity https://anglicanconnection.com/jesus-prayer-3-confessional-unity/ Tue, 02 Jul 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31800 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/jesus-prayer-3-confessional-unity/">‘Jesus’ Prayer: (3) Confessional Unity’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 216 216 Jesus’ Prayer: (3) Confessional Unity full false 6:50 31800
Jesus’ Prayer: (2) Life & Ministry https://anglicanconnection.com/jesus-prayer-2-life-ministry/ Tue, 25 Jun 2024 15:00:10 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31797 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/jesus-prayer-2-life-ministry/">‘Jesus’ Prayer: (2) Life & Ministry’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 215 215 Jesus’ Prayer: (2) Life & Ministry full false 7:18 31797 Jesus’ Prayer: (1) Glorify https://anglicanconnection.com/jesus-prayer-1-glorify/ Tue, 18 Jun 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31779 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/jesus-prayer-1-glorify/">‘Jesus’ Prayer: (1) Glorify’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 214 214 Jesus’ Prayer: (1) Glorify full false 8:37 31779
Daniel’s Prayer: Heart-Felt Petition https://anglicanconnection.com/daniels-prayer-heart-felt-petition/ Tue, 11 Jun 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31767 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/daniels-prayer-heart-felt-petition/">‘Daniel’s Prayer: Heart-Felt Petition’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 213 213 Daniel’s Prayer: Heart-Felt Petition full false 9:51 31767
David’s Prayer: Confession https://anglicanconnection.com/davids-prayer-confession/ Tue, 04 Jun 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31751 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/davids-prayer-confession/">‘David’s Prayer: Confession’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 212 212 David’s Prayer: Confession full false 12:36 31751
Moses’ Prayer: The Honor of God’s Name https://anglicanconnection.com/moses-prayer-the-honor-of-gods-name/ Tue, 28 May 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31738 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/moses-prayer-the-honor-of-gods-name/">‘Moses’ Prayer: The Honor of God’s Name’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 211 211 Moses’ Prayer: The Honor of God’s Name full false 8:46 31738
Never Alone! https://anglicanconnection.com/never-alone/ Tue, 21 May 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31728 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/never-alone/">‘Never Alone!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 210 210 Never Alone! full false 9:49 31728
An Intrepid People…? https://anglicanconnection.com/an-intrepid-people/ Tue, 14 May 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31719 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/an-intrepid-people/">‘An Intrepid People…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 209 209 An Intrepid People…? full false 11:16 31719
A Porous Universe…! https://anglicanconnection.com/a-porous-universe/ Tue, 07 May 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31704 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/a-porous-universe/">‘A Porous Universe…!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 208 208 A Porous Universe…! full false 11:16 31704
Steadfast, Immovable…! https://anglicanconnection.com/steadfast-immovable/ Tue, 30 Apr 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31682 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/steadfast-immovable/">‘Steadfast, Immovable…!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 207 207 Steadfast, Immovable…! full false 11:47 31682
The Dead Raised…? https://anglicanconnection.com/the-dead-raised/ Tue, 23 Apr 2024 23:45:20 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31676 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-dead-raised/">‘The Dead Raised…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 206 206 The Dead Raised…? full false 9:25 31676 Goodbye… Or Goodnight? https://anglicanconnection.com/goodbye-or-goodnight/ Tue, 16 Apr 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31657 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/goodbye-or-goodnight/">‘Goodbye… Or Goodnight?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 205 205 Goodbye… Or Goodnight? full false 9:29 31657 Remember…! https://anglicanconnection.com/remember/ Tue, 09 Apr 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31644 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/remember/">‘Remember…!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 204 204 Remember…! full false 9:11 31644 Christ is Risen…! https://anglicanconnection.com/christ-is-risen-3/ Tue, 02 Apr 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31633 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/christ-is-risen-3/">‘Christ is Risen…!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 203 203 Christ is Risen…! full false 9:20 31633 God’s Gift… https://anglicanconnection.com/gods-gift/ Tue, 26 Mar 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31625 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/gods-gift/">‘God’s Gift…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 202 202 God’s Gift… full false 9:26 31625 God’s Strange Miracle… https://anglicanconnection.com/gods-strange-miracle/ Tue, 19 Mar 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31608 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/gods-strange-miracle/">‘God’s Strange Miracle…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 201 201 God’s Strange Miracle… full false 9:44 31608 An Unforgiving World… https://anglicanconnection.com/an-unforgiving-world/ Tue, 12 Mar 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31598 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/an-unforgiving-world/">‘An Unforgiving World…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 200 200 An Unforgiving World… full false 8:02 31598 Goodness in a Troubled World… https://anglicanconnection.com/goodness-in-a-troubled-world/ Tue, 05 Mar 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31549 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/goodness-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Goodness in a Troubled World…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 199 199 Goodness in a Troubled World… full false 9:24 31549 Life in the Darkness… https://anglicanconnection.com/life-in-the-darkness/ Tue, 27 Feb 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31539 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/life-in-the-darkness/">‘Life in the Darkness…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 198 198 Life in the Darkness… full false 9:34 31539 Spiritual Life… https://anglicanconnection.com/spiritual-life-2/ Tue, 20 Feb 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31534 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/spiritual-life-2/">‘Spiritual Life…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 197 197 Spiritual Life… full false 8:42 31534 Ash Wednesday: The First Day of Lent https://anglicanconnection.com/ash-wednesday-the-first-day-of-lent/ Tue, 13 Feb 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31530 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/ash-wednesday-the-first-day-of-lent/">‘Ash Wednesday: The First Day of Lent’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 196 196 Ash Wednesday: The First Day of Lent full false 8:35 31530 So, What’s It All About: Meaning and Hope…! https://anglicanconnection.com/so-whats-it-all-about-meaning-and-hope/ Tue, 06 Feb 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31521 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/so-whats-it-all-about-meaning-and-hope/">‘So, What’s It All About: Meaning and Hope…!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 192 192 So, What’s It All About: Meaning and Hope…! full false 8:43 31521 So, What’s It All About: Power, Possessions…? https://anglicanconnection.com/so-whats-it-all-about-power-possessions/ Tue, 30 Jan 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31513 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/so-whats-it-all-about-power-possessions/">‘So, What’s It All About: Power, Possessions…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 191 191 So, What’s It All About: Power, Possessions…? full false 10:17 31513 So, What’s It All About: Time…? https://anglicanconnection.com/so-whats-it-all-about-time/ Tue, 23 Jan 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31503 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/so-whats-it-all-about-time/">‘So, What’s It All About: Time…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 190 190 So, What’s It All About: Time…? full false 8:49 31503 So, What’s It All About…? https://anglicanconnection.com/so-whats-it-all-about/ Tue, 16 Jan 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31457 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/so-whats-it-all-about/">‘So, What’s It All About…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 189 189 So, What’s It All About…? full false 9:11 31457 The Ministry that Matters… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-ministry-that-matters/ Tue, 09 Jan 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31461 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-ministry-that-matters/">‘The Ministry that Matters…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 190 190 The Ministry that Matters… full false 8:39 31461 Spiritual Wisdom and Understanding… https://anglicanconnection.com/spiritual-wisdom-and-understanding/ Tue, 02 Jan 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31449 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/spiritual-wisdom-and-understanding/">‘Spiritual Wisdom and Understanding…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 188 188 Spiritual Wisdom and Understanding… full false 6:34 31449 A New Year: Comfort and Joy…! https://anglicanconnection.com/a-new-year-comfort-and-joy/ Tue, 26 Dec 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31453 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/a-new-year-comfort-and-joy/">‘A New Year: Comfort and Joy…!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 189 189 A New Year: Comfort and Joy…! full false 7:39 31453 Christmas: A Thrill of Hope… https://anglicanconnection.com/christmas-a-thrill-of-hope/ Tue, 19 Dec 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31444 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/christmas-a-thrill-of-hope/">‘Christmas: A Thrill of Hope…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 187 187 Christmas: A Thrill of Hope… full false 9:33 31444 Advent: What’s It All About…? https://anglicanconnection.com/advent-whats-it-all-about/ Tue, 12 Dec 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31440 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/advent-whats-it-all-about/">‘Advent: What’s It All About…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 186 186 Advent: What’s It All About…? full false 8:08 31440 Advent: Fiction…? https://anglicanconnection.com/advent-fiction/ Tue, 05 Dec 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31423 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/advent-fiction/">‘Advent: Fiction…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 185 185 Advent: Fiction…? full false 7:49 31423 Advent: The Right Questions… https://anglicanconnection.com/advent-the-right-questions/ Tue, 28 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31419 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/advent-the-right-questions/">‘Advent: The Right Questions’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 184 184 Advent: The Right Questions… full false 8:18 31419 Thanksgiving… https://anglicanconnection.com/thanksgiving-2023/ Tue, 21 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31410 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/thanksgiving-2023/">‘Thanksgiving…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 183 183 Thanksgiving… full false 8:19 31410 Gospel-Led Regeneration: Questions (2)… https://anglicanconnection.com/gospel-led-regeneration-questions-2/ Tue, 14 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31403 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/gospel-led-regeneration-questions-2/">‘Gospel-Led Regeneration: Questions (2)…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 182 182 Gospel-Led Regeneration: Questions (2)… full false 10:42 31403 Gospel-Led Regeneration: Questions… https://anglicanconnection.com/gospel-led-regeneration-questions/ Tue, 07 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31396 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/gospel-led-regeneration-questions/">‘Gospel-Led Regeneration: Questions…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 181 181 Gospel-Led Regeneration: Questions… full false 8:27 31396 A Changing World: The Son of Man… https://anglicanconnection.com/a-changing-world-the-son-of-man/ Tue, 31 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31386 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/a-changing-world-the-son-of-man/">‘A Changing World: The Son of Man…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 180 180 A Changing World: The Son of Man… full false 5:25 31386 A Changing World: The Lion’s Den… https://anglicanconnection.com/a-changing-world-the-lions-den/ Tue, 24 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31380 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/a-changing-world-the-lions-den/">‘A Changing World: The Lion’s Den…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 179 179 A Changing World: The Lion’s Den… full false 5:23 31380 A Changing World: The Writing on the Wall https://anglicanconnection.com/a-changing-world-the-writing-on-the-wall/ Tue, 17 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31371 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/a-changing-world-the-writing-on-the-wall/">‘A Changing World: The Writing on the Wall’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 178 178 A Changing World: The Writing on the Wall full false 4:57 31371 A Changing World: Stand Firm…! https://anglicanconnection.com/a-changing-world-stand-firm/ Tue, 10 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31365 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/a-changing-world-stand-firm/">‘A Changing World: Stand Firm…!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 177 177 A Changing World: Stand Firm…! full false 4:50 31365 A Changing World: A Dream…! https://anglicanconnection.com/a-changing-world-a-dream/ Tue, 03 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31351 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/a-changing-world-a-dream/">‘A Changing World: A Dream…!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 176 176 A Changing World: A Dream…! full false 4:43 31351 A Changing World: Times to Say, ‘No’! https://anglicanconnection.com/a-changing-world-times-to-say-no/ Tue, 26 Sep 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31345 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/a-changing-world-times-to-say-no/">‘A Changing World: Times to Say, ‘No’!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 175 175 A Changing World: Times to Say, ‘No’! full false 7:50 31345 Songs for Today – Mercy… https://anglicanconnection.com/songs-for-today-mercy/ Tue, 19 Sep 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31337 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/songs-for-today-mercy/">‘Songs for Today – Mercy…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 174 174 Songs for Today – Mercy… full false 11:49 31337 Songs for Today – Joy… https://anglicanconnection.com/songs-for-today-joy/ Tue, 12 Sep 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31329 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/songs-for-today-joy/">‘Songs for Today – Joy…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 173 173 Songs for Today – Joy… full false 12:16 31329 Songs for Today – Doubt https://anglicanconnection.com/songs-for-today-doubt/ Tue, 05 Sep 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31323 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/songs-for-today-doubt/">‘Songs for Today – Doubt’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 172 172 Songs for Today – Doubt full false 12:12 31323 Summer Growth – Spiritual Conflict…? https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-spiritual-conflict/ Tue, 29 Aug 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31316 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-spiritual-conflict/">‘Summer Growth – Spiritual Conflict…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 171 171 Summer Growth – Spiritual Conflict…? full false 11:43 31316 Summer Growth – Vital Relationships… https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-vital-relationships/ Tue, 22 Aug 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31312 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-vital-relationships/">‘Summer Growth – Vital Relationships…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 170 170 Summer Growth – Vital Relationships… full false 10:10 31312 Summer Growth – Light in the Lord https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-light-in-the-lord/ Tue, 15 Aug 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31306 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-light-in-the-lord/">‘Summer Growth – Light in the Lord’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 169 169 Summer Growth – Light in the Lord full false 12:05 31306 Summer Growth - Carpe Diem…! https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-carpe-diem/ Tue, 08 Aug 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31291 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-carpe-diem/">‘Summer Growth – Carpe Diem…!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 168 168 Summer Growth - Carpe Diem…! full false 11:58 31291 Summer Growth - Spiritual Amnesia…? https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-spiritual-amnesia/ Tue, 01 Aug 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31279 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-spiritual-amnesia/">‘Summer Growth – Spiritual Amnesia…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 167 167 Summer Growth - Spiritual Amnesia…? full false 11:42 31279 Summer Growth: Essential for Growth… https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-essential-for-growth/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31270 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-essential-for-growth/">‘Summer Growth: Essential for Growth…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 166 166 Summer Growth: Essential for Growth… full false 10:55 31270 Summer Growth: Vital Community… https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-vital-community/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31258 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-vital-community/">‘Summer Growth: Vital Community…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 165 165 Summer Growth: Vital Community… full false 10:42 31258 Summer Growth: Beyond Imagination… https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-beyond-imagination/ Tue, 11 Jul 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31247 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-beyond-imagination/">‘Summer Growth: Beyond Imagination…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 164 164 Summer Growth: Beyond Imagination… full false 10:58 31247 Summer Growth: Created Equal… https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-created-equal/ Tue, 04 Jul 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31237 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-created-equal/">‘Summer Growth – Created Equal…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 163 163 Summer Growth: Created Equal… full false 11:38 31237 Summer Growth: The Peace-Maker… https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-the-peace-maker/ Tue, 27 Jun 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31227 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-the-peace-maker/">‘Summer Growth: The Peace-Maker…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 162 162 Summer Growth: The Peace-Maker… full false 11:48 31227 Summer Growth: Mercy… https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-mercy/ Tue, 20 Jun 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31219 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-mercy/">‘Summer Growth: Mercy…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 161 161 Summer Growth: Mercy… full false 11:38 31219 Summer Growth: Prayer… https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-prayer/ Tue, 13 Jun 2023 23:51:56 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31213 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-prayer/">‘Summer Growth: Prayer…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 160 160 Summer Growth: Prayer… full false 12:01 31213 Summer Growth – God’s Plan… https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-gods-plan/ Tue, 06 Jun 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31205 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/summer-growth-gods-plan/">‘Summer Growth – God’s Plan…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 159 159 Summer Growth – God’s Plan… full false 11:33 31205 Living Forever…? https://anglicanconnection.com/living-forever/ Tue, 30 May 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31195 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/living-forever/">‘Living Forever…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 158 158 Living Forever…? full false 10:58 31195 Gospel-Led Regeneration… https://anglicanconnection.com/gospel-led-regeneration/ Tue, 23 May 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31185 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/gospel-led-regeneration/">‘Gospel-Led Regeneration…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 157 157 Gospel-Led Regeneration… full false 10:41 31185 Prayer...! https://anglicanconnection.com/prayer-4/ Tue, 16 May 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31180 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/prayer-4/">‘Prayer…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 156 156 Prayer...! full false 10:39 31180 Bereft…? https://anglicanconnection.com/bereft/ Tue, 09 May 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31168 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/bereft/">‘Bereft…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 155 155 Bereft…? full false 11:00 31168 Doubts and Questions… https://anglicanconnection.com/doubts-and-questions/ Wed, 03 May 2023 04:15:03 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31161 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/doubts-and-questions/">‘Doubts and Questions…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 149 149 Doubts and Questions… full false 11:42 31161 The Good Shepherd… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-good-shepherd/ Wed, 26 Apr 2023 02:01:14 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31155 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-good-shepherd/">‘The Good Shepherd…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 148 148 The Good Shepherd… full false 10:35 31155 He is Risen Indeed. Hallelujah! https://anglicanconnection.com/he-is-risen-indeed-hallelujah/ Tue, 18 Apr 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31150 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/he-is-risen-indeed-hallelujah/">‘He is Risen Indeed. Hallelujah!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 147 147 He is Risen Indeed. Hallelujah! full false 10:47 31150 Christ is Risen…! https://anglicanconnection.com/christ-is-risen-2/ Tue, 11 Apr 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31141 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/christ-is-risen-2/">‘Christ is Risen…!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 146 146 Christ is Risen…! full false 11:35 31141 The Cross…! https://anglicanconnection.com/the-cross/ Tue, 04 Apr 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31132 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-cross/">‘The Cross…!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 145 145 The Cross…! full false 9:46 31132 The King…? https://anglicanconnection.com/the-king/ Tue, 28 Mar 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31124 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-king/">‘The King…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 144 144 The King…? full false 10:06 31124 The Dead are Raised… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-dead-are-raised/ Tue, 21 Mar 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31117 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-dead-are-raised/">‘The Dead are Raised…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 143 143 The Dead are Raised… full false 14:55 31117 The Blind See… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-blind-see/ Wed, 15 Mar 2023 01:35:57 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31111 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-blind-see/">‘The Blind See…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 142 142 The Blind See… full false 14:44 31111 Happiness… https://anglicanconnection.com/happiness-3/ Tue, 07 Mar 2023 14:07:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31098 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/happiness-3/">‘Happiness…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 141 141 Happiness… full false 14:58 31098 God so loved the world… https://anglicanconnection.com/god-so-loved-the-world-2/ Tue, 28 Feb 2023 23:42:56 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31093 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/god-so-loved-the-world-2/">‘God so loved the world…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 140 140 God so loved the world… full false 11:26 31093 Ash Wednesday https://anglicanconnection.com/ash-wednesday-4/ Wed, 22 Feb 2023 05:06:14 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31085 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/ash-wednesday-4/">‘Ash Wednesday’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 139 139 Ash Wednesday full false 11:49 31085 The Hope of Glory… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-hope-of-glory-2/ Tue, 14 Feb 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31074 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-hope-of-glory-2/">‘The Hope of Glory…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 138 138 The Hope of Glory… full false 9:40 31074 Freedom… https://anglicanconnection.com/freedom/ Tue, 07 Feb 2023 21:16:26 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31063 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/freedom/">‘Freedom…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 137 137 Freedom… full false 15:14 31063 Salt and Light in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/salt-and-light-in-a-troubled-world/ Wed, 01 Feb 2023 04:27:55 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31057 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/salt-and-light-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Salt and Light in a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 136 136 Salt and Light in a Troubled World full false 11:29 31057 The King’s Speech… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-kings-speech/ Tue, 24 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31047 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-kings-speech/">‘The King’s Speech…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 135 135 The King’s Speech… full false 12:41 31047 Expect the Unexpected… https://anglicanconnection.com/expect-the-unexpected-2/ Tue, 17 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31039 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/expect-the-unexpected-2/">‘Expect the Unexpected…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>








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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 134 134 Expect the Unexpected… full false 9:45 31039
Compassion… https://anglicanconnection.com/compassion/ Tue, 10 Jan 2023 22:31:12 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31032 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/compassion/">‘Compassion…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 133 133 Compassion… full false 8:42 31032 Amazing Grace… https://anglicanconnection.com/amazing-grace/ Wed, 04 Jan 2023 02:35:37 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31025 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/amazing-grace/">‘Amazing Grace…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 132 132 Amazing Grace… full false 13:33 31025
Wisdom for the New Year… https://anglicanconnection.com/wisdom-for-the-new-year/ Wed, 28 Dec 2022 21:07:23 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31019 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/wisdom-for-the-new-year/">‘Wisdom for the New Year…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 131 131 Wisdom for the New Year… full false 9:36 31019 Christmas – Giving and Getting https://anglicanconnection.com/christmas-giving-and-getting/ Mon, 19 Dec 2022 09:45:17 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31008 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/christmas-giving-and-getting/">‘Christmas – Giving and Getting’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 130 130 Christmas – Giving and Getting full false 13:18 31008
Familiarity… https://anglicanconnection.com/familiarity/ Tue, 13 Dec 2022 20:57:47 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=31004 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/familiarity/">‘Familiarity…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 129 129 Familiarity… full false 7:41 31004 Advent… https://anglicanconnection.com/advent-3/ Wed, 07 Dec 2022 03:26:41 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30998 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/advent-3/">‘Advent…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 128 128 Advent… full false 9:21 30998 Where Is Our Hope…? https://anglicanconnection.com/where-is-our-hope-2/ Wed, 30 Nov 2022 00:23:07 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30993 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/where-is-our-hope-2/">’Where Is Our Hope…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 127 127 Where Is Our Hope…? full false 9:09 30993 Thanksgiving https://anglicanconnection.com/thanksgiving-3/ Tue, 22 Nov 2022 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30987 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/thanksgiving-3/">’Thanksgiving’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>




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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 126 126 Thanksgiving full false 10:06 30987
Gramercy https://anglicanconnection.com/gramercy/ Wed, 16 Nov 2022 05:19:07 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30983 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/gramercy/">’Gramercy’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 125 125 Gramercy full false 12:16 30983 Expect the Unexpected… https://anglicanconnection.com/expect-the-unexpected/ Tue, 08 Nov 2022 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30977 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/expect-the-unexpected/">’Expect the Unexpected…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 124 124 Expect the Unexpected… full false 10:56 30977
Testing Times… https://anglicanconnection.com/testing-times/ Tue, 01 Nov 2022 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30972 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/testing-times/">’Testing Times…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 123 123 Testing Times… full false 12:02 30972
Curiosity… https://anglicanconnection.com/curiosity/ Tue, 25 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30966 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/curiosity/">’Curiosity…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 122 122 Curiosity… full false 12:01 30966
Worship… https://anglicanconnection.com/worship/ Wed, 19 Oct 2022 02:27:24 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30960 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/worship/">’Worship…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 121 121 Worship… full false 10:22 30960 Persistent Prayer… https://anglicanconnection.com/persistent-prayer/ Wed, 12 Oct 2022 03:26:43 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30955 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/persistent-prayer/">’Persistent Prayer…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 120 120 Persistent Prayer… full false 12:07 30955 Gratitude… https://anglicanconnection.com/gratitude/ Tue, 04 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30949 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/gratitude/">’Gratitude…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 119 119 Gratitude… full false 9:57 30949
Simply Doing Our Duty…? https://anglicanconnection.com/simply-doing-our-duty/ Tue, 27 Sep 2022 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30943 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/simply-doing-our-duty/">’Simply Doing Our Duty…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 118 118 Simply Doing Our Duty…? full false 10:29 30943 Make Friends for Yourselves… https://anglicanconnection.com/make-friends-for-yourselves/ Tue, 20 Sep 2022 22:09:48 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30938 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/make-friends-for-yourselves/">’Make Friends for Yourselves…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 117 117 Make Friends for Yourselves… full false 11:04 30938 Mercy – So Undeserved https://anglicanconnection.com/mercy-so-undeserved/ Wed, 14 Sep 2022 02:08:20 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30933 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/mercy-so-undeserved/">’Mercy – So Undeserved’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 116 116 Mercy – So Undeserved full false 13:30 30933 Lost… https://anglicanconnection.com/lost/ Tue, 06 Sep 2022 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30925 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/lost/">’Lost…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 115 115 Lost… full false 11:32 30925
Expectations… https://anglicanconnection.com/expectations/ Tue, 30 Aug 2022 22:22:04 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30920 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/expectations/">’Expectations…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 114 114 Expectations… full false 11:09 30920 The Dinner Party… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-dinner-party/ Wed, 24 Aug 2022 01:07:31 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30915 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-dinner-party/">’The Dinner Party…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 113 113 The Dinner Party… full false 11:38 30915 Hypocrisy… https://anglicanconnection.com/hypocrisy/ Wed, 17 Aug 2022 05:30:54 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30906 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/hypocrisy/">’Hypocrisy…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 112 112 Hypocrisy… full false 9:15 30906 Don’t Waste Your Life https://anglicanconnection.com/dont-waste-your-life/ Tue, 02 Aug 2022 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30891 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/dont-waste-your-life/">’Don’t Waste Your Life’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p>
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John Mason: Speaker and writer. President of the Anglican Connection; Commissary to the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney in the USA. 111 111 Don’t Waste Your Life full false 12:07 30891
Ambition … https://anglicanconnection.com/ambition/ Tue, 28 Jun 2022 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30847 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/ambition/">’Ambition …’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 110 110 Ambition … full false 12:33 30847 Surprising Expectations https://anglicanconnection.com/surprising-expectations/ Tue, 21 Jun 2022 23:07:22 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30844 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/surprising-expectations/">’Surprising Expectations’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 109 109 Surprising Expectations full false 11:40 30844 Two Powers… https://anglicanconnection.com/two-powers/ Tue, 14 Jun 2022 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30837 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/two-powers/">’Two Powers…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 108 108 Two Powers… full false 13:20 30837 The Trinity – The God Who is Love https://anglicanconnection.com/the-trinity-the-god-who-is-love/ Tue, 07 Jun 2022 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30829 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-trinity-the-god-who-is-love/">’The Trinity – The God Who is Love’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 107 107 The Trinity – The God Who is Love full false 14:43 30829 Pentecost – the Helper and Hope … https://anglicanconnection.com/pentecost-the-helper-and-hope/ Wed, 01 Jun 2022 04:30:17 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30822 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/pentecost-the-helper-and-hope/">’Pentecost – the Helper and Hope …’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 106 106 Pentecost – the Helper and Hope … full false 9:21 30822 What, Me…? https://anglicanconnection.com/what-me/ Wed, 25 May 2022 02:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30815 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/what-me/">’What, Me…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 105 105 What, Me…? full false 11:19 30815 Prayer – Relationships and Mission … https://anglicanconnection.com/prayer-relationships-and-mission/ Wed, 18 May 2022 02:34:13 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30811 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/prayer-relationships-and-mission/">’Prayer – Relationships and Mission …’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 104 104 Prayer – Relationships and Mission … full false 10:52 30811 Promises … https://anglicanconnection.com/promises-2/ Tue, 10 May 2022 23:50:27 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30805 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/promises-2/">’Promises …’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 103 103 Promises … full false 10:17 30805 Life Unimaginable ... https://anglicanconnection.com/life-unimaginable/ Wed, 04 May 2022 02:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30796 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/life-unimaginable/">’Life Unimaginable …’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 102 102 Life Unimaginable ... full false 11:01 30796 Feed My Sheep … https://anglicanconnection.com/feed-my-sheep/ Tue, 26 Apr 2022 22:22:19 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30792 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/feed-my-sheep/">’Feed My Sheep …’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 101 101 Feed My Sheep … full false 11:51 30792 A Secure Hope … https://anglicanconnection.com/a-secure-hope/ Tue, 19 Apr 2022 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30785 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/a-secure-hope/">’A Secure Hope …’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 100 100 A Secure Hope … full false 14:56 30785 The Last Supper … https://anglicanconnection.com/the-last-supper/ Tue, 12 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30777 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-last-supper/">’The Last Supper …’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 99 99 The Last Supper … full false 18:54 30777 Carpe Diem … https://anglicanconnection.com/great-expectations-2/ Tue, 05 Apr 2022 00:30:29 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30771 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/great-expectations-2/">’Great Expectations …?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 98 98 Carpe Diem … full false 14:18 30771 Carpe Diem … https://anglicanconnection.com/carpe-diem/ Wed, 30 Mar 2022 01:16:25 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30767 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/carpe-diem/">’Carpe Diem …’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 98 98 Carpe Diem … full false 14:18 30767 Looking for Life … ? https://anglicanconnection.com/looking-for-life/ Tue, 22 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30762 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/looking-for-life/">’Looking for Life … ?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 97 97 Looking for Life … ? full false 17:09 30762 A Wake-Up … https://anglicanconnection.com/a-wake-up/ Wed, 16 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30757 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/a-wake-up/">’A Wake-Up …’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 96 96 A Wake-Up … full false 15:14 30757 Pressing On … https://anglicanconnection.com/pressing-on/ Wed, 09 Mar 2022 00:23:56 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30751 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/pressing-on/">’Pressing On …’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 95 95 Pressing On … full false 16:46 30751 Two faces …? https://anglicanconnection.com/two-faces/ Tue, 01 Mar 2022 19:19:08 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30740 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/two-faces/">’Two faces …?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 94 94 Two faces …? full false 14:01 30740 The Man from Heaven https://anglicanconnection.com/the-man-from-heaven/ Tue, 22 Feb 2022 22:21:53 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30737 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-man-from-heaven/">’The Man from Heaven’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 93 93 The Man from Heaven full false 15:20 30737 True Love – Missing in Action Today https://anglicanconnection.com/true-love-missing-in-action-today/ Tue, 15 Feb 2022 13:00:32 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30730 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/true-love-missing-in-action-today/">’True Love – Missing in Action Today’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 92 92 True Love – Missing in Action Today full false 15:12 30730 … Joy in the Morning https://anglicanconnection.com/joy-in-the-morning/ Wed, 09 Feb 2022 01:02:45 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30720 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/joy-in-the-morning/">’… Joy in the Morning’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 91 91 … Joy in the Morning full false 15:11 30720 What if God Was One of Us? https://anglicanconnection.com/what-if-god-was-one-of-us/ Tue, 01 Feb 2022 23:38:04 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30710 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/what-if-god-was-one-of-us/">’What if God Was One of Us?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 90 90 What if God Was One of Us? full false 13:27 30710 Out of the Silence… https://anglicanconnection.com/out-of-the-silence/ Tue, 25 Jan 2022 18:25:23 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30695 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/out-of-the-silence/">’Out of the Silence…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 89 89 Out of the Silence… full false 16:37 30695 The Leader We Can Trust! https://anglicanconnection.com/the-leader-we-can-trust/ Wed, 19 Jan 2022 04:08:47 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30687 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-leader-we-can-trust/">’The Leader We Can Trust!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 88 88 The Leader We Can Trust! full false 15:29 30687 Meaning and Hope https://anglicanconnection.com/meaning-and-hope/ Tue, 11 Jan 2022 23:48:21 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30656 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/meaning-and-hope/">’Meaning and Hope’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 87 87 Meaning and Hope full false 17:21 30656 The New Year – About Time… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-new-year-about-time/ Tue, 04 Jan 2022 23:41:50 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30652 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-new-year-about-time/">’The New Year – About Time…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 86 86 The New Year – About Time… full false 15:24 30652 Another Year – Where is Our Hope…? https://anglicanconnection.com/another-year-where-is-our-hope/ Wed, 29 Dec 2021 01:59:39 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30646 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/another-year-where-is-our-hope/">’Another Year – Where is Our Hope…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 85 85 Another Year – Where is Our Hope…? full false 21:43 30646 Why Shepherds…? https://anglicanconnection.com/why-shepherds/ Tue, 21 Dec 2021 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30642 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/why-shepherds/">’Why Shepherds…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 84 84 Why Shepherds…? full false 27:23 30642 The Transcendental Interferer? https://anglicanconnection.com/the-transcendental-interferer/ Tue, 14 Dec 2021 22:05:10 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30636 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-transcendental-interferer/">’The Transcendental Interferer?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 83 83 The Transcendental Interferer? full false 16:16 30636 Prepare ye the way of the Lord… https://anglicanconnection.com/prepare-the-way-of-the-lord/ Wed, 08 Dec 2021 06:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30630 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/prepare-the-way-of-the-lord/">’Prepare the Way of the Lord…!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 82 82 Prepare ye the way of the Lord… full false 12:58 30630 The Return of the King… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-return-of-the-king-2/ Tue, 30 Nov 2021 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30622 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-return-of-the-king-2/">’The Return of the King…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 81 81 The Return of the King… full false 11:54 30622 Thanksgiving… https://anglicanconnection.com/thanksgiving-2/ Tue, 23 Nov 2021 22:33:08 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30618 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/thanksgiving-2/">’Thanksgiving…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 80 80 Thanksgiving… full false 13:23 30618 From Despair to Hope... https://anglicanconnection.com/from-despair-to-hope/ Tue, 16 Nov 2021 23:17:22 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30611 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/from-despair-to-hope/">’From Despair to Hope…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 79 79 From Despair to Hope... full false 13:03 30611 A Cry from the Heart… https://anglicanconnection.com/a-cry-from-the-heart/ Tue, 09 Nov 2021 20:56:45 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30608 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/a-cry-from-the-heart/">’A Cry from the Heart…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 78 78 A Cry from the Heart… full false 14:44 30608 The Path to Life… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-path-to-life/ Tue, 02 Nov 2021 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30602 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-path-to-life/">’The Path to Life…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 77 77 The Path to Life… full false 12:22 30602 Happiness… https://anglicanconnection.com/happiness-2/ Wed, 27 Oct 2021 11:27:23 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30595 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/happiness-2/">’Happiness…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 76 76 Happiness… full false 10:43 30595 The LORD Reigns… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-lord-reigns/ Tue, 19 Oct 2021 21:01:39 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30580 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-lord-reigns/">’The LORD Reigns…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 75 75 The LORD Reigns… full false 16:11 30580 Worship Animates Evangelism… https://anglicanconnection.com/worship-animates-evangelism/ Tue, 12 Oct 2021 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30564 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/worship-animates-evangelism/">’Worship Animates Evangelism…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 74 74 Worship Animates Evangelism… full false 17:24 30564 The Word of God… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-word-of-god/ Tue, 05 Oct 2021 13:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30551 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-word-of-god/">’The Word of God…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 73 73 The Word of God… full false 14:31 30551 The Glory of God… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-glory-of-god/ Tue, 28 Sep 2021 19:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30543 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-glory-of-god/">’The Glory of God…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 72 72 The Glory of God… full false 14:02 30543 The Power of Prayer… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-power-of-prayer/ Tue, 21 Sep 2021 20:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30537 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-power-of-prayer/">‘The Power of Prayer…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 71 71 The Power of Prayer… full false 13:43 30537 Unexpected Power... https://anglicanconnection.com/unexpected-power/ Wed, 15 Sep 2021 03:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30507 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/unexpected-power/">‘Unexpected Power…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 70 70 Unexpected Power... full false 13:19 30507 September 11 – Twenty Years On… https://anglicanconnection.com/september-11-twenty-years-on/ Tue, 07 Sep 2021 11:43:13 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30495 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/september-11-twenty-years-on/">‘September 11 – Twenty Years On…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 69 69 September 11 – Twenty Years On… full false 18:38 30495 Where is Our Hope…? https://anglicanconnection.com/where-is-our-hope/ Wed, 01 Sep 2021 02:12:27 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30491 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/where-is-our-hope/">‘Where is Our Hope…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 68 68 Where is Our Hope…? full false 14:45 30491 Spiritual Conflict…? https://anglicanconnection.com/spiritual-conflict/ Tue, 24 Aug 2021 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30485 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/spiritual-conflict/">‘Spiritual Conflict…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 67 67 Spiritual Conflict…? full false 13:18 30485 Spirit Filled…? https://anglicanconnection.com/spirit-filled/ Wed, 18 Aug 2021 02:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30481 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/spirit-filled/">‘Spirit Filled…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 66 66 Spirit Filled…? full false 14:25 30481 Spiritual Amnesia…? https://anglicanconnection.com/spiritual-amnesia/ Wed, 11 Aug 2021 00:06:21 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30476 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/spiritual-amnesia/">‘Spiritual Amnesia…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 65 65 Spiritual Amnesia…? full false 13:25 30476 Nice People or New People…? https://anglicanconnection.com/nice-people-or-new-people/ Wed, 04 Aug 2021 01:22:32 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30462 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/nice-people-or-new-people/">‘Nice People or New People…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 64 64 Nice People or New People…? full false 13:37 30462 Great Expectations…? https://anglicanconnection.com/great-expectations/ Wed, 28 Jul 2021 00:16:48 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30452 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/great-expectations/">‘Great Expectations…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 63 63 Great Expectations…? full false 14:05 30452 The Mystery Unveiled… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-mystery-unveiled/ Tue, 20 Jul 2021 23:57:14 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30447 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-mystery-unveiled/">‘The Mystery Unveiled…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 62 62 The Mystery Unveiled… full false 13:36 30447 Reconciliation… https://anglicanconnection.com/reconciliation/ Wed, 14 Jul 2021 02:56:12 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30440 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/reconciliation/">‘Reconciliation…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 61 61 Reconciliation… full false 14:01 30440 Caught Up in God’s Epic… https://anglicanconnection.com/caught-up-in-gods-epic/ Tue, 06 Jul 2021 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30435 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/caught-up-in-gods-epic/">‘Caught Up in God’s Epic…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 60 60 Caught Up in God’s Epic… full false 13:50 30435 Thorn in the Flesh… https://anglicanconnection.com/thorn-in-the-flesh/ Tue, 29 Jun 2021 14:01:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30427 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/thorn-in-the-flesh/">‘Thorn in the Flesh…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 59 59 Thorn in the Flesh… full false 12:56 30427 Hopeless or Hopeful…? https://anglicanconnection.com/hopeless-or-hopeful/ Wed, 23 Jun 2021 01:49:09 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30422 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/hopeless-or-hopeful/">‘Hopeless or Hopeful…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 58 58 Hopeless or Hopeful…? full false 12:50 30422 Faith, NOT Fear… https://anglicanconnection.com/faith-not-fear/ Tue, 15 Jun 2021 22:33:57 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30417 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/faith-not-fear/">‘Faith, NOT Fear…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 57 57 Faith, NOT Fear… full false 14:34 30417 Identity Matters… https://anglicanconnection.com/identity-matters/ Wed, 09 Jun 2021 01:34:14 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30412 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/identity-matters/">‘Identity Matters…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 56 56 Identity Matters… full false 13:54 30412 Is It Just All Relative…? https://anglicanconnection.com/is-it-just-all-relative/ Tue, 01 Jun 2021 23:31:59 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30408 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/is-it-just-all-relative/">‘Is It Just All Relative…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 55 55 Is It Just All Relative…? full false 12:32 30408 Delighting in the Triune God… https://anglicanconnection.com/delighting-in-the-triune-god/ Tue, 25 May 2021 23:10:33 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30401 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/delighting-in-the-triune-god/">‘Delighting in the Triune God…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 54 54 Delighting in the Triune God… full false 12:09 30401 Pentecost and Speaking Up… https://anglicanconnection.com/pentecost-and-speaking-up/ Tue, 18 May 2021 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30389 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/pentecost-and-speaking-up/">‘Pentecost and Speaking Up…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 53 53 Pentecost and Speaking Up… full false 15:19 30389 The Ascension and Two Kingdoms… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-ascension-and-two-kingdoms/ Tue, 11 May 2021 22:42:25 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30380 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-ascension-and-two-kingdoms/">‘The Ascension and Two Kingdoms…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 52 52 The Ascension and Two Kingdoms… full false 13:34 30380 Mother’s Day and a Word to Husbands… https://anglicanconnection.com/mothers-day-and-a-word-to-husbands/ Tue, 04 May 2021 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30369 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/mothers-day-and-a-word-to-husbands/">‘Mother’s Day and a Word to Husbands…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 51 51 Mother’s Day and a Word to Husbands… full false 15:14 30369 Fruitfulness... https://anglicanconnection.com/fruitfulness/ Tue, 27 Apr 2021 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30360 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/fruitfulness/">‘Fruitfulness…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 50 50 Fruitfulness... full false 17:49 30360 Life to the Full… https://anglicanconnection.com/life-to-the-full/ Tue, 20 Apr 2021 23:39:58 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30354 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/life-to-the-full/">‘Life to the Full…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 49 49 Life to the Full… full false 19:46 30354 Silenced…? https://anglicanconnection.com/silenced-2/ Tue, 13 Apr 2021 22:42:14 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30348 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/silenced-2/">‘Silenced…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 48 48 Silenced…? full false 17:53 30348 Christ is Risen…! https://anglicanconnection.com/christ-is-risen/ Tue, 06 Apr 2021 23:40:17 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30344 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/christ-is-risen/">‘Christ is Risen…!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 47 47 Christ is Risen…! full false 18:16 30344 Peter's Pride... https://anglicanconnection.com/peters-pride/ Tue, 30 Mar 2021 19:44:11 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30335 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/peters-pride/">‘Peter’s Pride…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 46 46 Peter's Pride... full false 19:45 30335 The God Who Suffered... https://anglicanconnection.com/the-god-who-suffered/ Wed, 24 Mar 2021 03:49:36 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30329 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-god-who-suffered/">‘The God Who Suffered…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 45 45 The God Who Suffered... full false 19:09 30329 God so loved the world… https://anglicanconnection.com/god-so-loved-the-world/ Wed, 17 Mar 2021 01:19:19 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30324 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/god-so-loved-the-world/">‘God so loved the world…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 44 44 God so loved the world… full false 17:16 30324 Water into Wine https://anglicanconnection.com/water-into-wine/ Tue, 09 Mar 2021 08:05:52 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30318 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/water-into-wine/">‘Water into Wine’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 43 43 Water into Wine full false 17:41 30318 Transfiguration…! https://anglicanconnection.com/transfiguration/ Tue, 02 Mar 2021 22:45:58 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30309 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/transfiguration/">‘Transfiguration…!’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 42 42 Transfiguration…! full false 17:42 30309 Gestalt Phenomenon…? https://anglicanconnection.com/gestalt-phenomenon/ Wed, 24 Feb 2021 00:36:26 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30297 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/gestalt-phenomenon/">‘Gestalt Phenomenon…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 41 41 Gestalt Phenomenon…? full false 17:31 30297 Ash Wednesday… https://anglicanconnection.com/ash-wednesday-3/ Tue, 16 Feb 2021 23:35:43 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30287 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/ash-wednesday-3/">‘Ash Wednesday…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 40 40 Ash Wednesday… full false 19:00 30287 Have You Not Heard…? https://anglicanconnection.com/have-you-not-heard/ Tue, 09 Feb 2021 21:20:09 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30278 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/have-you-not-heard/">‘Have You Not Heard…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 39 39 Have You Not Heard…? full false 18:32 30278 Patience… https://anglicanconnection.com/patience/ Tue, 02 Feb 2021 10:03:54 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30264 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/patience/">‘Patience…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 38 38 Patience… full false 17:23 30264 The Power of Words… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-power-of-words/ Tue, 26 Jan 2021 21:54:10 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30253 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-power-of-words/">‘The Power of Words…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 37 37 The Power of Words… full false 17:24 30253 Just Another Story… https://anglicanconnection.com/just-another-story/ Wed, 13 Jan 2021 01:00:54 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30258 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/just-another-story/">‘Just Another Story…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 35 35 Just Another Story… full false 19:06 30258 Good News… https://anglicanconnection.com/good-news-2/ Tue, 12 Jan 2021 23:47:46 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30237 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/good-news-2/">‘Good News…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 36 36 Good News… full false 16:12 30237 Risk Averse…? https://anglicanconnection.com/risk-averse/ Wed, 06 Jan 2021 03:41:29 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30233 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/risk-averse/">‘Risk Averse…?’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 34 34 Risk Averse…? full false 18:04 30233 Christmas https://anglicanconnection.com/christmas-2020/ Mon, 21 Dec 2020 14:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30220 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/christmas-2020/">‘Christmas’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 32 32 Christmas full false 29:18 30220 Advent… https://anglicanconnection.com/advent-2/ Tue, 15 Dec 2020 23:08:25 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30214 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/advent-2/">‘Advent…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 31 31 Advent… full false 18:02 30214 The Return of the King… https://anglicanconnection.com/the-return-of-the-king/ Tue, 08 Dec 2020 23:21:45 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30209 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-return-of-the-king/">‘The Return of the King…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 30 30 The Return of the King… full false 17:35 30209 Time https://anglicanconnection.com/time/ Wed, 02 Dec 2020 01:53:36 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30204 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/time/">‘Time’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 29 29 Time full false 16:45 30204 Thanksgiving in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/thanksgiving-in-a-troubled-world/ Wed, 25 Nov 2020 04:48:48 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30198 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/thanksgiving-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Thanksgiving in a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 28 28 Thanksgiving in a Troubled World full false 18:02 30198 Light in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/light-in-a-troubled-world/ Tue, 17 Nov 2020 21:59:13 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30194 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/light-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Light in a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 27 27 Light in a Troubled World full false 13:16 30194 Salt for a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/salt-for-a-troubled-world/ Tue, 10 Nov 2020 23:02:06 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30178 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/salt-for-a-troubled-world/">‘Salt for a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 26 26 Salt for a Troubled World full false 14:08 30178 Persecution for Righteousness in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/persecution-for-righteousness-in-a-troubled-world/ Tue, 03 Nov 2020 19:43:03 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30167 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/persecution-for-righteousness-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Persecution for Righteousness in a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 25 25 Persecution for Righteousness in a Troubled World full false 13:41 30167 Blessed are the Peacemakers in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/blessed-are-the-peacemakers-in-a-troubled-world/ Tue, 27 Oct 2020 23:13:51 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30120 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/blessed-are-the-peacemakers-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Blessed are the Peacemakers in a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 24 24 Blessed are the Peacemakers in a Troubled World full false 11:58 30120 Blessed are the Pure in Heart in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/blessed-are-the-pure-in-heart-in-a-troubled-world/ Tue, 20 Oct 2020 23:11:50 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30110 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/blessed-are-the-pure-in-heart-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Blessed are the Pure in Heart in a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 23 23 Blessed are the Pure in Heart in a Troubled World full false 12:20 30110 Blessed are the Merciful in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/blessed-are-the-merciful-in-a-troubled-world/ Tue, 13 Oct 2020 23:32:09 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30086 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/blessed-are-the-merciful-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Blessed are the Merciful in a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we respond to this changing world that denies the sacrificial practice of Christianity? John Mason 22 22 Blessed are the Merciful in a Troubled World full false 14:39 30086 Hunger and Thirst in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/hunger-and-thirst-in-a-troubled-world/ Wed, 07 Oct 2020 04:45:50 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30038 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/hunger-and-thirst-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness in a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. ‘What do you really long for in life?’ Peace and happiness? Health and fitness? Success in your work or profession? Sufficient resources to enjoy a great lifestyle and check off the items on your bucket list? John Mason 21 21 Hunger and Thirst in a Troubled World full false 14:13 30038 Meekness in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/meekness-in-a-troubled-world/ Wed, 30 Sep 2020 05:27:47 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30033 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/meekness-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Meekness in a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. We don’t normally like to think of ourselves as being meek. These days meekness is usually associated with someone who is weak and submissive. Someone who is timid and easily pushed around. Yet in the third Beatitude in his Sermon on the Mount Jesus says, “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth”. John Mason 20 20 Meekness in a Troubled World full false 13:57 30033 Tears for a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/tears-for-a-troubled-world/ Tue, 22 Sep 2020 13:40:13 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30028 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/tears-for-a-troubled-world/">‘Tears for a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. The world loves to laugh. Comedians will always have an audience. People don’t like kill-joys who ruin the party. Yet Jesus says, “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted” (Mt 5:4). John Mason 19 19 Tears for a Troubled World full false 13:33 30028 Blessing in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/blessing-in-a-troubled-world/ Wed, 16 Sep 2020 02:43:45 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30021 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/blessing-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Blessing in a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. Happiness is something we long for. Yet happiness is elusive and, at best, momentary. Where then can we find the riches of a lasting experience that satisfies the depths of our soul? Listen to our podcast on the first of Jesus’ Beatitudes: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven” John Mason 18 18 Blessing in a Troubled World full false 14:50 30021 Talking about God in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/talking-about-god-in-a-troubled-world/ Wed, 09 Sep 2020 01:43:58 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30016 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/talking-about-god-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Talking about God in a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. Unless you expect the unexpected you will never find truth, for it is hard to discover and hard to attain. John Mason 17 17 Talking about God in a Troubled World full false 13:55 30016 Personal Relationships in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/personal-relationships-in-a-troubled-world/ Tue, 01 Sep 2020 09:03:11 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=30006 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/personal-relationships-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Personal Relationships in a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. Most of us don’t find it hard to imagine a better world. Can we make a difference? John Mason 16 16 Personal Relationships in a Troubled World full false 15:26 30006 Peace in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/peace-in-a-troubled-world/ Wed, 26 Aug 2020 00:31:04 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=29999 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/peace-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Peace in a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. While peace is something we all long for, it is one thing the world does not have. So, where is the peace that God promised us? John Mason 15 15 Peace in a Troubled World full false 16:18 29999 Transformed Relationships in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/transformed-relationships-in-a-troubled-world/ Tue, 18 Aug 2020 15:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=29985 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/transformed-relationships-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Transformed Relationships in a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. Historian and social critic, Christopher Lasch, wrote, ‘Our society has made lasting friendships, love affairs and marriages, increasingly difficult to achieve. Social life has become more and more warlike and personal relationships have taken on the character of combat…’ John Mason 14 14 Transformed Relationships in a Troubled World full false 15:19 29985 Pursuing Goodness in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/pursuing-goodness-in-a-troubled-world/ Wed, 12 Aug 2020 02:39:56 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=29978 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/pursuing-goodness-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Pursuing Goodness in a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How do we continue to pursue "goodness" in the world we are living in today? John Mason 13 13 Pursuing Goodness in a Troubled World full false 14:54 29978 Living in the Light of Eternity in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/living-in-the-light-of-eternity-in-a-troubled-world/ Tue, 04 Aug 2020 23:19:08 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=29974 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/living-in-the-light-of-eternity-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Living in the Light of Eternity in a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. At midnight in Sydney as the year 2000 and the new millennium began, the word Eternity lit up on the Harbour Bridge... John Mason 12 12 Living in the Light of Eternity in a Troubled World full false 15:00 29974 Transformation for a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/transformation-for-a-troubled-world/ Wed, 29 Jul 2020 02:14:03 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=29966 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/transformation-for-a-troubled-world/">‘Transformation for a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. Don’t be deceived. The God of goodness and compassion still speaks into our troubled world: a Bible Reflection framed with music and liturgical prayer. John Mason 11 11 Transformation for a Troubled World full false 15:48 29966 Deceivers in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/deceivers-in-a-troubled-world/ Wed, 22 Jul 2020 04:52:19 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=29940 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/deceivers-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Deceivers in a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. Don’t be deceived. The God of goodness and compassion still speaks into our troubled world: a Bible Reflection framed with music and liturgical prayer. John Mason 10 10 Deceivers in a Troubled World full false 15:31 29940 Faithfulness in a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/faithfulness-in-a-troubled-world/ Wed, 15 Jul 2020 02:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=29928 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/faithfulness-in-a-troubled-world/">‘Faithfulness in a Troubled World…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How can we live in a rapidly changing and troubled world? We need wisdom, understanding, and the strength to persevere that springs from a growing relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. John Mason 9 9 Faithfulness in a Troubled World full false 14:07 29928 Hope for a Troubled Generation https://anglicanconnection.com/hope-for-a-troubled-generation/ Tue, 07 Jul 2020 22:54:26 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=29917 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/hope-for-a-troubled-generation/">‘Hope for a Troubled Generation’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. With the continued spread of Covid-19, concerns are being raised about the mental health of many who have lost their job, experience loneliness, or have a sense of helplessness – especially young adults. John Mason 8 8 Hope for a Troubled Generation full false 14:14 29917 Reconciliation for a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/reconciliation-for-a-troubled-world/ Wed, 01 Jul 2020 02:03:31 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=29903 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/reconciliation-for-a-troubled-world/">‘Reconciliation for a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. God’s people will sometimes have doubts about their faith, for there is much in life that threatens to undermine our confidence in a God who is good. John Mason 7 7 Reconciliation for a Troubled World full false 14:09 29903 The Hope for a Troubled World https://anglicanconnection.com/the-hope-for-a-troubled-world/ Tue, 23 Jun 2020 07:43:36 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=29896 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-hope-for-a-troubled-world/">‘The Hope for a Troubled World’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. In the current crises of Covid-19 and the cultural challenges in the West, is there anywhere can we turn for hope? John Mason 6 6 The Hope for a Troubled World full false 15:12 29896 Praying in Troubled Times https://anglicanconnection.com/praying-in-troubled-times/ Tue, 16 Jun 2020 14:00:31 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=29891 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/praying-in-troubled-times/">‘Praying in Troubled Times…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. In these troubled times what guidance does the Bible give us on the subject of prayer? John Mason 5 5 Praying in Troubled Times full false 14:33 29891 Hope for Troubled Times https://anglicanconnection.com/hope-for-troubled-times/ Tue, 09 Jun 2020 16:00:00 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=29879 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/hope-for-troubled-times/">‘Hope for Troubled Times…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. How can we help our broken and divided postmodern world find hope and peace? John Mason 4 4 Hope for Troubled Times full false 13:44 29879 The Triune God https://anglicanconnection.com/the-triune-god/ Tue, 02 Jun 2020 23:20:41 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=29866 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/the-triune-god/">‘The Triune God…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. Back in 2004 Robert Letham in The Holy Trinity commented on the impact of postmodernism on society: ‘In terms of instability and diversity, he said, ‘the postmodern world of constant flux is seeing insecurity, breakdown, and the rise of various forms of terrorism… John Mason 3 3 The Triune God full false 14:01 29866 Delighting in God https://anglicanconnection.com/delighting-in-god/ Tue, 26 May 2020 21:12:35 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=29860 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/delighting-in-god/">‘Delighting in God…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. In this very changed world is there anything that can shake us out of our fears and anxieties, and inject freedom and joy into our hearts?<br /> <br /> Let me identify three questions that emerge from Acts chapter 2... John Mason 2 2 Delighting in God full false 15:30 29860 Turning Hearts Back to God… https://anglicanconnection.com/turning-hearts-back-to-god/ Tue, 19 May 2020 04:00:19 +0000 https://anglicanconnection.com/?p=29846 <p>The post <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com/turning-hearts-back-to-god/">‘Turning Hearts Back to God…’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://anglicanconnection.com">The Anglican Connection</a>.</p> In these dramatically changed times the Word on Wednesday provides a mid-week ministry of Bible reading, reflection and prayer, turning hearts back to God. Talk shows, or the program, ‘Who do you think you are?’ are popular because most people are interested in other people’s life stories. And the interest is not limited to the present. Biographies of Abraham Lincoln and Winston Churchill, for example, continue to sell in the thousands.<br /> <br /> However, sometimes people of the past fall out of favour, because their lives are not in sync with current opinion... John Mason 1 1 Turning Hearts Back to God full false 15:13 29846