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    Sermon On The Way To The Stars

    Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 21, 2025
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    The idiom: "The Way To The Stars" is often used metaphorically, especially in contexts like the RAF motto "Per ardua ad astra" (Through adversity to the stars).

    Norman Vincent Peale, an American author once remarked: “Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you'll land among the stars.” Genesis 1:14-18 reminds us: “And God said, “Let there be lights in the expanse of the heavens to separate the day from the night. And let them be for signs and for ...read more

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    Sermon On A Gilded Cage

    Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 25, 2025
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    A gilded cage is defined as an enclosure, often with gold leaf or other exterior glamorous material intimating luxury.

    Lynette Noni, a female Australian author once remarked: “Sometimes the people who act like they don’t care are really the ones who care the most. They feel so much that it overwhelms them, and to keep from falling apart, they hide behind easy smiles and quick laughter, acting like nothing matters. ...read more

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    Sermon On An Endorphins Rush

    Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 2, 2024
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    Endorphins are defined as any of a group of hormones secreted within the brain and nervous system and having a number of physiological functions.

    Ellen DeGeneres, an American comedian and actress once remarked: “Now, I'm no scientist, but I know what endorphins are. They're tiny little magical elves that swim through your bloodstream and tell funny jokes to each other. When they reach your brain, you hear what they're saying and ...read more

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    Sermon On Necessity In Life

    Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 6, 2024
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    Necessity is defined as the state or fact of being required.

    William Pitt the Younger, a former British Prime Minister once remarked: “Necessity is the plea for every infringement on human rights. It is the argument of tyrants; it is the creed of slaves.” 1 John 2:15-17 reminds us: “Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, ...read more

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    Sermon On A Double Life

    Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 25, 2024
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    A double life could be considered as a twin existence, or leading the life of a double-minded person who amalgamates two fallacious entities in one, but ensures that both are conspicuously segregated from each other.

    Stephanie Klein, an American strategist and consultant once remarked: “If someone wants to lead a double life, they will find a way to do it. And they can promise you things until your nerves unfold and you can finally put up your feet. But it can all be a lie. There are no guarantees, even when ...read more

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    Sermon On The Eye Of The Storm

    Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 1, 2024
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    Storms in life, whether they be meteorological or personal, frequently materialize in today’s world.

    Ralph Waldo Emerson, an American essayist once remarked: “Say thank you! I want to hear you say it now. Out loud. 'Thank you.' You're saying thank you because your faith is so strong that you don't doubt that whatever the problem, you'll get through it. You're saying thank ...read more

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    Sermon On Anchovy Toast

    Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 6, 2024
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    During the Victorian and Edwardian eras in the United Kingdom, the delicacy and brine of anchovy toast was considered a popular appetizer, often favored by the rich or noble.

    Iris Murdoch, an Irish-British novelist and philosopher once remarked: “For lunch, I may say, I ate and greatly enjoyed the following: anchovy paste on hot buttered toast, then baked beans and kidney beans with chopped celery, tomatoes, lemon juice and olive oil. (Really good olive oil is ...read more

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    Sermon On A Predicated Presumption

    Contributed by William Meakin on Oct 1, 2025
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    A "predicated presumption" is primarily an inference of judicature where a specific fact is assumed to be true once a foundational "predicate fact" has been established.

    Don Miguel Ruiz, a Mexican author once remarked: "Don't make assumptions. Find the courage to ask questions and to express what you really want. Communicate with others as clearly as you can to avoid misunderstandings, sadness and drama" 1 John 4:1 reminds us: “Beloved, do not believe ...read more

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    Sermon On A Living Flame

    Contributed by William Meakin on May 13, 2025
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    A "living flame" metaphorically represents a strong, vibrant, and sustained energy or passion, often associated with love, devotion, or a burning desire to do something.

    Karel Capek, a Czechoslovakia-born writer and playwright once remarked: “You still stand watch, O human star, burning without a flicker, perfect flame, bright and resourceful spirit. Each of your rays a great idea - O torch which passes from hand to hand, from age to age, world without end.” ...read more

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    Sermon On An Eclectic Lifestyle

    Contributed by William Meakin on May 20, 2025
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    An eclectic lifestyle is characterized by a broad range of influences and interests, rather than adhering to a single style or approach.

    Joseph Gordon-Levitt, an American actor once remarked: "I don't just like one thing. Contrast is key. What do they say? Variety is the spice of life." 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 reminds us: “For though I am free from all, I have made myself a servant to all, that I might win more of them. ...read more

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    Sermon On The Ponds Of Life

    Contributed by William Meakin on May 23, 2025
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    The definition of a pond is chronicled as a small body of still water formed naturally or by artificial means.

    Francine Rivers, a female American author once remarked: “Life is like a pond, and every decision and act we commit, good or bad, is a pebble flung into it. The ripples spread in widening circles.” Jeremiah 17:8 reminds us: “He is like a tree planted by water, that sends out its roots by the ...read more

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    Easter Sermon On Peter

    Contributed by Ava Ch on May 25, 2025
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    Resurrection hope meets us in our wandering and regret, assuring us that no failure is final when grace rolls the stone away.

    Introduction Christ is risen! He is risen indeed. Friends, we gather on this Easter morning in the light of resurrection, but many of us carry shadows too. The shadows of the past year. The shadows of our regrets. And if we’re honest, some of us arrive like Peter—with hearts that have wandered, ...read more

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    Sermon On Divine Providence

    Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 28, 2025
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    Divine providence has been ascribed as the protective care of God or of nature as a spiritual power.

    John Piper, an American theologian once remarked: “Divine providence is never frustrated by Satan in its plan for this world - for the everlasting good of God’s people in the all-satisfying praise of the glory of his grace.” Hebrews 1:3 reminds us: “He is the radiance of the glory of God and the ...read more

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    Sermon On The Fruitfulness Of Interactions

    Contributed by William Meakin on May 5, 2025
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    Interaction is defined as a direct involvement, communication, or possible connection between someone or something.

    John James Audubon, a French-American artist and naturalist once remarked: “Look at that mallard as he floats on the lake; see his elevated head glittering with emerald green, his amber eyes glancing in the light! Even at this distance, he has marked you, and suspects that you bear no goodwill ...read more

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    Sermon On A Communion In Diversity

    Contributed by William Meakin on May 9, 2025
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    A communion in diversity is said to represent an identity of different persons, groups, or even perspectives coming together from an assortment of cultural ideas or opinions while retaining individual character and personal contribution.

    Benedictine Abbot Donato Ogliari, an Italian Catholic prelate once remarked: "The communion that the Holy Spirit builds in the community of believers is not the result of a flat and rigid uniformity. On the contrary, as the Apostle Paul describes using the metaphor of the body, the unity and ...read more

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