Reflections (from Inch and Luce Valley Churches): Recent Episodes
Stephen Ogston
These Reflections have been created by Stephen Ogston, the minister of Inch and Luce Valley Churches in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, UK . We hope you enjoy listening to them. They are based on the video reflections which are available on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtqVNL6XekQ-mrzLREHddcg
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This week we are thinking about the Good News of God's Forgiveness. Our reading is from Matthew 18:21 - 35 and the modern hymn is "Oh How Good It Is".
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This week we are thinking about the Good News of God's Grace. Our reading is from Ephesians 2:1 - 10 and the hymn is "Amazing Grace, How Sweet The Sound". Thank you for listening to these Reflections.
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This week we are thinking about the Good News of God's Peace. Our reading is from Philippians 4:4 - 14 and the worship song is "Be Still, for the Presence of the Lord".
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This week we are thinking about the Good News of God's Love. Our reading is from 1 John 4:7 - 12 and the hymn is "O the Deep, Deep Love of Jesus".
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This week we continue our series on 'Waiting', that we had during Advent, by thinking about the theme of "Waiting for Jesus' Return". Our reading is from Matthew 25:1 - 13 and our hymn is "Blessed Assurance, Jesus is Mine".
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This week, as we continue our journey through Advent, we continue our series on Waiting by thinking about the theme of "Waiting in Prayer". Our reading is from Luke 1:8 - 13, 18 - 20 and our carol is "O Little Town of Bethlehem".
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This week, as we begin Advent, we start a series on Waiting by thinking about the theme of "Waiting with Certainty". Our reading is from Proverbs 3:1 - 8 and our hymn is "Tell Out My Soul".
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This week, as we begin Advent, we start a series on Waiting by thinking about the theme of "Waiting and Watching". Our reading is from Psalm 130 the hymn is the Advent carol, "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel".
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In this week’s Reflections we are looking at some of the Psalms of David using readings, prayers and hymns. The hymns are "O God, you search me, and you know me", "The earth is yours, O God" and "The Lord's My Shepherd".
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This is an Act of Remembrance including a two minute silence and the hymn "O Love that wilt not let me go".
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This week we are thinking about Samuel as we remember the importance of listening to God. Our reading is from 1 Samuel 3:1 - 10 and the worship song is "Speak, Lord, In The Stillness" by Chris Bowater and Emily May Crawford.
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This week we continue our series on the Five Marks of Mission, as we think about the fifth mark, which can be summarised as "Treasure". The reading is from Colossians 1:15 - 20 and we are thinking about the importance of caring for our world, which was created through Jesus. The hymn is "All things bright and beautiful".
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This week we continue our series on the Five Marks of Mission, as we think about the fourth mark, which can be summarised as "Transform". The reading is from Luke 4:14 - 21 and we are thinking about the importance of working to change or challenge injustice, violence and conflicts. The hymn is "Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound".
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This week we continue our series on the Five Marks of Mission, as we think about the third mark, which can be summarised as "Tend". The reading is from Matthew 25:31 - 45 and we are thinking about the importance of responding to human need by loving service. The worship song is "Beauty for Brokenness" by Graham Kendrick.
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This week we continue our series on the Five Marks of Mission, as we think about the second mark, which can be summarised as "Teach". The reading is from Luke 5:1 - 11 and we are thinking about the importance of following Jesus, learning from him, as well as nurturing and encouraging the faith of those around us. The worship song is based on Psalm 23 - "The Lord's My Shepherd" by Stuart Townend.
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This week we continue to remember the life and faith of Queen Elizabeth II, and her service of others. She did so as she followed Jesus, her Lord and Saviour, who calls us to serve one another. Our reading for this week is Philippians 2:1 - 11 and the worship song this week is, "The Servant King".
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This week we reflect on Psalm 145 as we remember the sudden and unexpected death of Queen Elizabeth II, and her personal and sincere faith in Jesus as her Lord and Saviour. Our hymn this week is one of the Queen's favourite hymns, "Praise, My Soul, The King of Heaven".
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This week we are beginning a five week series on the Five Marks of Mission, as we think about the first mark, which can be summarised as "Tell". The reading is from Romans 10:13 - 18 and it helps us to think about the importance of sharing the good news of Jesus and his love for us with people through our words and actions. The worship song follows on from our reflection, as it begins with the words, "How lovely on the mountains are the feet of Him who brings good news."
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This week we are reflecting on "Self-Control" as we think about God's power and strength in us. This is the conclusion of our series looking at the fruit of the Spirit. Our reading is from Ephesians 3:14 - 21 and the hymn is "All to Jesus I Surrender".
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This week we are thinking about 'Faithfulness' as we continue our series looking at the fruit of the Spirit. Our reading is from Psalm 36:5 - 10 and the worship song is "Great is Thy Faithfulness".
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This week we are thinking about 'Gentleness' as we continue our series looking at the fruit of the Spirit. Our reading is from Ephesians 4:1 - 6 and the worship song is "Speak, O Lord, as we come to you".
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This week we are thinking about 'Goodness' as we continue our series looking at the fruit of the Spirit. Our reading is from Psalm 145:1 - 9 and the worship song is "God is so good".
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This week we are thinking about 'Kindness' as we continue our series looking at the fruit of the Spirit. Our reading is from Matthew 25:31 - 40 and the hymn is "Will you come and follow me, if I but call your name?".
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This week we are thinking about 'Patience' as we continue our series looking at the fruit of the Spirit. Our reading is from Psalm 130 and the hymn is "Blessed Assurance, Jesus is Mine".
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This week we are thinking about 'Peace' as we continue our series looking at the fruit of the Spirit. Our reading is from Philippians 4:4 - 9 and the hymn is "Dear Lord and Father of Mankind".
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This week we are thinking about 'Joy' as we continue our series looking at the fruit of the Spirit. Our reading is from Psalm 126 and the worship song "My Jesus, My Saviour".
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This week we are thinking about 'Love' as we begin a series looking at the fruit of the Spirit. Our reading is from 1 Corinthians 13 and the hymn is "Here is Love, Vast as the Ocean".
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This week we are thinking about Hannah as we remember that we can always pray to God and place everything in His hands because He cares for us. Our reading is from 1 Samuel 1:9 - 20 and the hymn is "Father, I place into your hands".
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This week we are thinking about Samson as we remember that we can always depend on God to give us strength. Our reading is from Judges 15:10 - 20 and the worship song is "Faithful One, So Unchanging" by Brian Doerksen.
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This week we are celebrating Pentecost, and the coming of the Holy Spirit, as well as the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. Our reading is from Acts 2:1 - 4, 17 & 18 and our hymn is "Come Down, O Love Divine".
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In our Reflections for this week we are thinking about Gideon as we remember that God uses all that we offer to Him, even if all that we can offer seems small to us. Our reading is from Judges 7:1 - 8 and the worship song is "I Will Offer Up My Life" by Matt Redman.
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This week we are thinking about Ruth, as we remember that God holds our future in His hands. Our reading is from Ruth 1:6 - 18, which has been read by Alison Lewicka. We conclude with the modern hymn, "The Lord's My Shepherd" by Stuart Townend.
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This week we are thinking about Caleb as we reflect on following God wholeheartedly. Our reading is from Numbers 13:1-2, 25-33 and the hymn is "All to Jesus I surrender".
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This week in Reflections we are thinking about Rahab and God's amazing grace. Our reading is from Joshua 2:1 - 24 and the hymn is "Before The Throne of God Above".
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This week we are thinking about Joshua and God's encouragement to be strong and courageous. Our reading is from Joshua 1:1 - 9 and the worship song is "In Heavenly Armour (The Battle Belongs to the Lord)".
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This week we are thinking about Moses and how God helps us to do what we are called to do. We also remember his grace and mercy when we make mistakes. Our reading is from Psalm 105: 23 - 27, 37 - 45 and the hymn is "Take my life and let it be".
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Our Reflections for Easter Sunday focus on Jesus who suffers with us and through whom we gain real hope. Our reading is from Matthew 28: 1 - 10, and the hymn is "Thine be the glory, risen, conquering Son".
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This week, for our Palm Sunday Reflections, we are thinking about Jesus being our King. Our reading is from Matthew 21: 1- 11, and the hymn is "Crown Him With Many Crowns".
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This week Ann Fleming leads our Reflections. Ann begins by reading Genesis 1:1, 26 -31 and Luke 7:11 - 15, before reflecting on our deep faith in God. The modern hymn that we sing is "Creation Sings the Father's Song" by Stuart Townend and Keith & Kirstyn Getty.
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This week in our Reflections we are thinking about Nicodemus and about the importance of taking time to get to know Jesus more. Our reading is from John 3:1 - 21, and the hymn is "To God be the glory, great things He hath done".
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This week we are thinking about Martha and Mary, and about the importance of taking time to rest and listen to Jesus. Our reading is from Luke 10: 38 - 42, and the worship song is "To Be In Your Presence" by Noel Richards.
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This week we are thinking about Andrew, and thinking about the importance of introducing people to the good news of Jesus. Our reading is from John 1: 35 - 42, and the worship song is "All I Once Held Dear (Knowing You, Jesus)" by Graham Kendrick.
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This week we are thinking about Peter, as we consider walking by faith and trusting God. Our reading is from Acts 3:1 - 10, and the worship song is "By Faith" by Keith & Kristyn Getty and Stuart Townend. We begin with prayers for the ongoing situation in the Ukraine.
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This week we are thinking about Joseph, as we consider the dreams and visions that God gives us and our commitment to see these become a reality as we serve Him. Our reading is from Genesis 41:14 - 32, and the hymn is "Be Thou my Vision".
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This week we are thinking about Jacob, and that God's presence is always with us, as we continue our series entitled "People Like Us". Our reading is from Genesis 28:10 - 22, and the hymn is "Guide me, O Thou great Jehovah".
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This week Ian Osborn and Alison Lewicka lead our Reflections. Ian reflects on the gifts given to the young Jesus from the Wise Men, and Alison reflects on Jesus in the painting "Christ in the House of His Parents ('The Carpenter's Shop') by St John Everett Millais (https://www.tate.org.uk/art/artworks/millais-christ-in-the-house-of-his-parents-the-carpenters-shop-n03584) . The hymn for these Reflections is "All my hope on God is founded".
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This week we are thinking about Sarah, and the theme of believing God's promises to us, as we continue our series entitled "People Like Us". Our reading is from Genesis 18:1 - 15, which has been read by Ann Fleming, and the worship song is "Speak, O Lord, as we come to you".
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This week we are thinking about Abraham, and the theme of Patience, as we continue our series entitled "People Like Us". Our reading is from Genesis 17:1 - 8, which has been read by Alison Lewicka, and the worship song is "Waiting Here For You".
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This week we are thinking aboutNoahas we continue our series entitled "People Like Us". Our reading is fromGenesis 7:1 - 10, which has been read by Dave Burl, and the hymn is "Trust and Obey".
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This week we are thinking about Adam and Eve as we continue our series entitled "People Like Us". Our readings are from Genesis 1; 26-28 and Genesis 2:7, 15 - 23 and the hymn is "Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of Creation".
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This week we begin a new series which will reflect on the lives of some of the people from the Bible, people who are just like us. Our reading is from 1 Corinthians 1:26 to 31 and the hymn is "I will sing the wondrous story".
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This week we are reflecting on God's love for us and that we can trust Him. Our Reflections are being led by Dave Burl and Evelyn Wright and the passages are Psalm 139:1 - 4 and Psalm 145:8,9 as well as Proverbs 3:8,9. We are also listening to the hymn is "Here is Love, Vast as the Ocean" and the song "Even if" by MercyMe.
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This week we are using selected lessons and carols for our Reflections for St Stephen's Day. The readings have been read by Evelyn Wright, Helen Milne, Walter Lewicki and Ian Osborn. The carols include: Good King Wenceslas, The Angel Gabriel, See Amid the Winter Snow, The First Nowell and In the Bleak Midwinter.
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This week we are reflecting on the journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem and the birth of Jesus, which we find recorded in Luke 2:1 - 7. The theme for these Reflections is "The Promises of God". The passage is read by Helen Milne and our hymn is "Standing on the Promises of Christ my King".
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This week we reflect on the conversation between Mary and Elizabeth as well as Mary's song, which we find in Luke 1:39 - 56. The theme is "Walking Humbly". The passage is read by Rhonda Falconer and our hymn is "Tell Out My Soul".
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This week we reflect on Mary's call to be the mother of Jesus, which we find in Luke 1:26 - 38. The theme is "Trusting in Uncertainty". The passage is read by Evelyn Wright and our hymn is "Father, I place into your hands".
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This is part 7 of a series of Reflections entitled "Knowing Jesus". This week we are thinking about the gift of rest that God gives us, as we reflect on our reading from Mark 3:1 - 5. The reflection also contains the hymn, "Blessed Assurance, Jesus is mine".
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Reflections for Remembrance Sunday
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This is part 6 of a series of Reflections entitled "Knowing Jesus". This week we are thinking about Jesus help as we cope with the change that takes place throughout our lives. Our reading is Mark 2:18 - 22 and the reflection also contains the hymn, "One more step along the world I go".
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This is part 5 of a series of Reflections entitled "Knowing Jesus". This week we are reflecting on the welcome and grace that Jesus always offers. Our reading is Mark 2:13 - 17 and the reflection also contains the hymn, "Just As I Am, Without One Plea".
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This week Sheila Lowrie leads our Reflections. Sheila reflects on 1 John 3:1 and reminds us that "We are His". Our worship song is "Father God, I wonder". To be added to the mailing list for these Reflections, please contact Stephen Ogston please email ogston@macfish.com
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This week Alison and Walter lead our Reflections. Alison reflects on Jesus being the light of the world, as she thinks about William Holman Hunt's painting. Then Walter reflects on the theme of change. We also sing "Shine Jesus Shine" and "When Peace Like A River". To be added to the mailing list for these Reflections, please contact Stephen Ogston please email ogston@macfish.com
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This week we are reflecting on Jesus' forgiveness of us and our need to forgive one another. Our reading is Mark 2:1 - 12 and the reflection also contains the worship song "O Come to the Altar" by Elevation Worship.
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In our Reflections for this week we are reflecting on the importance of generosity, as we remember with thanks the harvest that has been gathered in. Our reading is 2 Corinthians 9:6 - 11 and the hymn is "We Plough The Fields and Scatter".
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This is part 3 of a series of Reflections entitled "Knowing Jesus". This week we are thinking about the importance of listening to Jesus. Our reading is Mark 1:21 - 28, which has been read by Ann Fleming. The reflection also contains the modern hymn "Speak, O Lord, as we come to You" by Stuart Townend and Keith Getty.
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This is part 2 of series of Reflections entitled "Knowing Jesus". This week we are looking at what it means to follow Jesus. Our reading is Mark 1:14 - 20, which has been read by Walter Lewicki. The reflection also contains the worship song, "Christ is Enough For Me".
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This is part 1 of series of Reflections entitled "Knowing Jesus". This week we are looking at who Jesus is. Our reading is Mark 1:1 - 11, which has been read by Alison Lewicka. The reflection also contains the worship song, "All I Once Held Dear (Knowing You, Jesus)".
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In this week’s Reflections we are looking at the theme "Created to Care" using prayers, readings, hymns and songs. The hymns/songs are "Whose hand could shape such a world as this", "Indescribable", and "Sing of the God who spoke". To be added to the mailing list for these Reflections, please contact Stephen Ogston please email ogston@macfish.com
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This is the sixth in a series of Reflections entitled "Created to Care", which is looking at various environmental issues. The theme this week is "We Can Change", our reading is Isaiah 45:18 - 22, which has been read by Helen Milne, and the hymn, "Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of Creation".
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This is the fifth in a series of Reflections entitled "Created to Care", which is looking at various environmental issues. The theme this week is "God's Good Resources" and we are reflecting on Matthew 6:25 -34. The reflection also contains the hymn, "Great is Thy Faithfulness".
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This is the fourth in a series of Reflections entitled "Created to Care", which is looking at various environmental issues. The theme this week is "Protect Don't Pollute" and we are reflecting on Psalm 27:1 - 4, 11 - 14. The reflection also contains the worship song, "Beauty for Brokenness" by Graham Kendrick.
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This is the third in a series of Reflections entitled "Created to Care", which is looking at various environmental issues. The theme this week is "One People Together" and we are reflecting on Revelation 7:9 - 12, which has been read by Robert Higgins. The reflection also contains the hymn, "The Church's One Foundation".
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This is the second in a series of Reflections entitled "Created to Care", which is looking at various environmental issues. The theme this week is "Responsibility to Care" and we are reflecting on Genesis 1:26 -31, which has been read by Evelyn Wright. The reflection also contains the modern hymn by Stuart Townend and Keith Getty, "You're the Word of God the Father (Across the Lands)".
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This is the first in a new series of Reflections entitled "Created to Care", which will look at various environmental issues. The theme this week is "Created Good" and we are reflecting on Genesis 1:1 - 13, which has been read by Rhonda Falconer. The reflection also contains the well known hymn, "All Things Bright and Beautiful".
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This week we reflect on Jesus who is our Good Shepherd (John 10:1 - 11).
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Fiona Gardner encourages us to listen to Jesus command to love one another.
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In this podcast, Martin Fair reminds us that Jesus is praying for us all the time.
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This week we are focusing on the theme "Praying for the World Church" by reflecting on various verses from the Bible. The reflection also contains the modern hymn, "Come People of the Risen King".
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This week we are reflecting on the theme "Saying Thank You to God" by reflecting on Psalm 100, which is read by Dougie Paterson. The reflection also contains the hymn, "We Plough the Fields and Scatter, the Good Seed on the Land".
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In our Reflections for this week, we are continuing our series looking at prayer. The theme for today is “Saying Sorry When We Pray”.
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In our Reflections for this week, we are continuing our series looking at prayer. The theme for today is “Praying At All Times”. I hope and pray that you have a good week, and stay safe and well.
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In our Reflections for this week, we are continuing our series looking at prayer. The theme for today is “The Puzzle of Prayer”.
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In our Reflections for this week, we are continuing our series looking at prayer. The theme for today is “Prayer – A Time of Silence”. I hope and pray you have a good week, and stay safe and well. God bless. :)
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In our Reflections for this week, we are continuing our series looking at prayer. The theme for today is “What does it change?” I hope and pray you have a good week, and stay safe and well.
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In our Reflections for this week, we are continuing our series looking at prayer. The theme for today is “Teach Us How To Pray” and we are reflecting on the Lord’s Prayer.
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In our Reflections for this week, we are continuing our series looking at prayer. The question we are looking at today is “What Words Do We Use?” and we are thinking about whether or not we need to use special words in our prayers. Published 2nd May.
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Episode 1 of a series on Prayer.
This video is part of a series looking at prayer, presented by Rev Stephen Ogston. This week we are reflecting on "Who do we pray to?". Prayer is basically talking to God, and we know that God hears us and responds to what we say. God is our dear and loving Father, who has brought us, his children, into his family. The bible passage that we are reflecting on is Matthew 6:9 - 15, and we are singing "Father, I place into your hands" by Jenny Hewer.
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Reflection on whether or not Jesus' resurrection is true.
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Reflections by Andy Muir on the themes of faith and doubt. [Note: this was recorded prior to the death of HRH Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh].
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A reflection on Matthew 28:1 - 10 - recorded for Easter Day 2021
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In this, we reflect on words that Jesus said from the cross.
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Looking at the importance of serving one another.
John 13:1 - 17
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New Life can be ours thanks to Jesus.
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created on Sunday 14th March 2021
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Listen to the good news about God suffering with us. Based on Isaiah 53:1 - 12.
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based on Mark 8:34 and Philippians 2:1 - 11
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A reflection on Romans 5 verses 1 to 8
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This week we are reflecting on the theme of comfort using readings, prayers, hymns and songs.
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In this week’s Reflections we look at the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant. The reading is from Matthew 18:21 - 35 and the worship song is “Thank You for Saving Me”. I hope and pray that you stay safe and well, and that you have a good week. God bless. :) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zlHqzrX6hgI
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In this recrding, we are reflecting on the Parable of the Speck and the Plank. The scripture passage is Matthew 7:1 - 6, which has been read by Dougie Paterson. The hymn is "Amazing Grace" which was recorded by: Worship Audio Tracks - all rights reserved - https://www.worshipaudiotracks.com/. Other instrumental music is also by Worship Audio Tracks. The song "Do not judge others" was sung by Jean Ogston.
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Listen to our Reflections on Luke 11:1 - 10. The value of prayer.
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In this week’s Reflections, we look at the Parable of the Lamp and its challenge to us. The reading is from Matthew 5:14 – 16 and the song is “Lord the light of your love is shining”, which was recorded by Worship Audio Tracks.
Reflections - Parables - The Lamp - 17th January 2021 - YouTube
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reflection by Rev Martin Fair.
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This podcast is part of a series looking at HOPE, by thinking about what it means to wait for the Lord. The scripture passage is Isaiah 40:27 - 31. Our worship song is "Be Still, for the Presence of the Lord", which was recorded by: Worship Audio Tracks - all rights reserved
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Recorded on Sunday 6th December
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God comes and makes his home among us ...
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This week we are reflecting on the Parable of the Three Servants, as we think about the gifts, skills and abilities that we have. The parable is read in Scots and the background video footage is of Whitefield Loch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zd-dTO5XaY
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This is part of a series looking at some of the parables of Jesus. In this video we are reflecting on the Parable of the Good Samaritan. The scripture passage is Luke 10:25 - 37, which is read by Nigel Miscampbell, and the hymn is "Take my life, and let it be", which was recorded by: Worship Audio Tracks - all rights reserved - https://www.worshipaudiotracks.com/.
To see the video of this episode, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGQa4EetkV0
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Reflections for Remembrance Sunday 2020 - including a two minute silence.
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Through the use of psalms, prayers, hymns and songs, we are going to focus on the Lord our God and his faithfulness to us. We have all faced and continue to face trying times and more than anything we need to depend on God. The video version of this can be viewed at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OlZPG_FKdU8
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Listen to a reflection on Psalm 23 by Andy Muir.
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Listen to a reflection on Psalm 32 by Andy Muir.
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This week we are reflecting on the Parable of the Prodigal Son, which we find in Luke 15:11 - 32.
See https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WN67R4Np9s4 for the video of this reflection.
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We are continuing our series this week, looking at some of the parables of Jesus. This week we are reflecting on the Parable of the Sower. See https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EpcB3T3kTP8 for video.
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We are continuing our series this week, looking at some of the parables of Jesus. This week we are reflecting on the Parables of the Hidden Treasure and the Pearl.
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We are continuing our series this week, looking at some of the parables of Jesus. This week we are reflecting on the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard, which is found in Matthew 20:1 - 16 as we think about the themes of grace and generosity.
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We are now working through a series looking at some of the parables of Jesus. In this recording, we are reflecting on the Parable of the Two Builders. The scripture passage, Matthew 7: 24-29, has been read by Alastair Hannay and the hymn is "My Hope is Built on Nothing Less" which was recorded by: Worship Audio Tracks - all rights reserved (other music was also recorded by them).
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Published on Sunday 6th September 2020. The passage the reflection is based on is Luke 15:1 - 10.
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Published on Sunday 30th August 2020
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