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    Sermon On Obsession

    Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 3, 2021
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    Obsession is defined as an idea or thought that continually preoccupies or intrudes on a person’s mind.

    John Ortberg, an American evangelical Christian author once remarked: “Being deeply contented with God in my everyday life is a focused attitude. It is always available. It means practising letting go of my obsession with how I’m doing. It means training myself to learn to actually be present with ...read more

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    Sermon On Contrition

    Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 27, 2021
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    Contrition is defined as a state of feeling remorseful and penitent.

    Washington Irving, an American short story writer, once remarked: "There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are the messengers of overwhelming grief, of deep contrition, and of unspeakable ...read more

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    Sermon On Pride

    Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 4, 2021
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    There is a recurrent saying: "Pride goes before a fall."

    Clive Staples Lewis, (C.S.Lewis) a British writer and lay theologian once remarked: “A proud man is always looking down on things and people; and, of course, as long as you are looking down, you cannot see something that is above you.” Luke 14:11 and Matthew 23:12 both agree that: “For those who ...read more

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    Sermon On Avarice

    Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 18, 2021
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    Avarice can be considered the very essence of evil

    Fyodor Dostoevsky, the Russian novelist, philosopher, and journalist once remarked: “The world says: "You have needs - satisfy them. You have as much right as the rich and the mighty. Don't hesitate to satisfy your needs; indeed, expand your needs and demand more." This is the ...read more

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    Sermon On Lust

    Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 25, 2021
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    Lust probably stems right back to the original story of Adam and Eve

    Anne Fortier, the Danish-Canadian writer once remarked: “There is lust and then there is love. They are related, but still very different things. To indulge in one requires little but honeyed speech and a change of clothes; to obtain the other, by contrast, a man must give up his rib. In return, ...read more

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    Sermon On Wrath

    Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 4, 2021
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    Wrath is a powerful emotional state of mind and body.

    Pope Benedict XVI once remarked: “The wrath of God is a way of saying that I have been living in a way that is contrary to the love that is God. Anyone who begins to live and grow away from God, who lives away from what is good, is turning his life toward wrath.” Romans 12:19 confirms: “Beloved, ...read more

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    Sermon On Envy

    Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 14, 2021
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    Envy is defined as “A feeling of discontentment or resentful longing aroused by someone else's possessions, qualities, or luck.”

    Paulo Coelho de Souza, the Brazilian lyricist and novelist once remarked: "The Soul of the World is nourished by people's happiness. And also by unhappiness, envy, and jealousy. To realize one's Personal Legend is a person's only real obligation. All things are one. And, when you ...read more

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    Sermon On Rejuvenation

    Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 11, 2021
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    Pottery is frequently used and admired in our everyday lives.

    Shivangi Singh, the Indian-born author of “Moraya: A Metempsychosis Of Ganapati AtharvaShirsha” once remarked: “A few moments of calmness, in the ‘just be’ state gives more answers, clarity, wisdom and solutions than hours of mind chatter. It rejuvenates and heals. But the catch is - we can never ...read more

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    A Funeral Sermon

    Contributed by Glenn Pease on Dec 16, 2021
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    Job asked the question, "If a man die shall he live again?" Men have always sought an answer to this question.

    Job asked the question, "If a man die shall he live again?" One question more than all others, from thoughtful minds implores reply. It is as breathed from star and pall, what fate awaits us when we die? Men have always sought an answer to this question. 1. Science says, man ...read more

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    Sermon On Fear

    Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 8, 2022
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    Fear is defined as “An unpleasant emotion caused by the threat of danger, pain or harm.”

    Judy Blume, an American writer, once remarked: "Each of us must confront our own fears, must come face to face with them. How we handle our fears will determine where we go with the rest of our lives. To experience adventure or to be limited by the fear of it." 2 Timothy 1:7 confirms: ...read more

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    Sermon On Harassment

    Contributed by William Meakin on May 2, 2021
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    Harassment, it is said, often leads to loss of dignity and self-worth and is often considered a criminal offence.

    Erik Pevernagie, the Belgian painter and writer once remarked: “When a storm of harassment disturbs our thinking and brings us down to our knees, the umbrella of our imagination can shield us against destructive aggression. It is offering shelter and is teaching us how to conquer ourselves, train ...read more

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    Sermon On Atonement

    Contributed by William Meakin on May 8, 2021
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    Atonement is defined as: "The action of making amends for a wrong or injury."

    James Esdras Faust, an American religious leader, lawyer, and politician once remarked: “Sometimes we carry unhappy feelings about past hurts too long. We spend too much energy dwelling on things that have passed and cannot be changed. We struggle to close the door and let go of the hurt. If, after ...read more

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    Sermon On Miracles

    Contributed by William Meakin on May 21, 2021
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    There are several instances quoted in the Bible of Jesus performing miracles

    Sir Terence David John Pratchett, (Terry Pratchett) an English humorist, satirist and author once remarked: "Whatever happens, they say afterwards, it must have been fate. People are always a little confused about this, as they are in the case of miracles. When someone is saved from certain ...read more

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    Sermon On Temptation

    Contributed by William Meakin on May 27, 2021
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    We all suffer temptation at some point in our earthly journey, it is a natural part of life.

    Derek Charles Blasberg, an American journalist, socialite, best selling author and television personality once remarked: “Temptation is as old as time; or at least the history of temptation extends as far back as the moment Eve gave Adam that serpent’s apple. But what sets the lady apart from the ...read more

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    Sermon On Knowledge

    Contributed by William Meakin on Mar 9, 2021
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    There is a saying: "Knowledge is great. How you use it is power."

    Lucius Annaeus Seneka, the younger, a Roman Stoic philosopher once stated: "The time will come when diligent research over long periods will bring to light things which now lie hidden. A single lifetime, even though entirely devoted to the sky, would not be enough for the investigation of so ...read more

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