What is God really like? Take five minutes with Andy Kind to discover some short stories that give us a glimpse into God's nature: christianity.org.uk/article/opinio…

We do not find Paul concerning himself with the size of churches or with questions about their growth. His primary concern is with their faithfulness, with the integrity of their witness.

A #prayer for today from Christina Rosetti (1830-1944)-'Oh my God, by Whose loving Providence, sorrows, difficulties, trials, dangers, become means of grace, lessons of patience, channels of hope, grant us good will to use and not abuse those our privileges...'

Last light over the Thames Estuary…… #southendonsea #essex #sunset #stormhour Friends of Southend Your Southend Visit Southend Essex Life Thames Weather ❄️

The sun disappears……. #stormhour #sunset #southendonsea Friends of Southend Your Southend Visit Southend Essex Life Shoebury Garrison Thames Weather ❄️

Gratitude is rebellion against the myth of not enough.

“If God had granted all the silly prayers I’ve made in my life, where should I be now?” -C.S. Lewis

Watch, now, how I start the day in happiness, in kindness. Mary Oliver Why I Wake Early

Completely agree

A Christianity that causes the hungry to go without food, the sick to go without healthcare, the stranger to be mistreated, and God’s creation to be ravaged, all while the greedy and cruel satisfy their every desire, is a Christianity that can no longer claim to follow Christ.

“Love is not affectionate feeling, but a steady wish for the loved person’s ultimate good as far as it can be obtained.” - C.S. Lewis

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I want to see the world the way that Thomas Traherne (1637-1674) saw a simple housefly "enthroned upon a leaf... there contemplating all the world..."

5 situations that are absolute nightmares for introverts 👇 youtu.be/gqIvfEZI_KM

Always worth reminding yourself of this…

The peace you’re chasing lives in the stillness you avoid.

A bluebell sea💙💜💙 I love the old name for them of 'cuckoo's boots' & the #folklore that they were rung to summon fairy gatherings💙 25-50% of the world's #bluebells are found in the UK

In case you needed a reminder: Prayer → unites us to God and reunites our souls. Fasting → increases our spiritual and our physical health. Almsgiving → is good for both the receiver and the giver. A retreat of silence → opens the ears of your heart. Confession → is