Daily ScriptureHe said to me, O mortal, eat what is offered to you; eat this scroll, and go, speak to the house of Israel. So I opened my mouth, and he gave me the scroll to eat. He said to me, Mortal, eat this scroll that I give you and fill your stomach with it. Then I ate it; and in my mouth it was as sweet as honey. (Ezekiel 3:3)Daily Reflection The prophet Ezekiel is having a vision; in it, he is told to eat God’s message. He found this spiritual food good for him and as sweet as honey. If we digest God’s word it makes us stronger in faith, and its wisdom sweetens our lives. We know we need to feed ourselves physically, but we also need to feed ourselves spiritually. This means more than occasionally dipping into it – like snacking from a bowl of peanuts! His word is the main course; something to be eaten and enjoyed; something to do daily. We should make digesting God’s word a regular part of our lives. “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.” (Deut. 8:3) Try God’s word for breakfast!Revd David
Daily Scripture: As for those that troubled them, the waters overwhelmed them; there was not one of them left. Then they believed his words and sang aloud his praise (Psalm 106 v 11-12) Daily Reflection:The verse above refers to the famous story of the 'parting of the red sea' in the Bible. Pharaoh and the Egyptian armies had pursued the Israelites to the water's edge. Through Moses' trust in God, and God's supreme power, the sea parted and the Israelites walked along the bottom of the sea bed to dry land. Pharaoh's armies who tried to follow were completely washed away as the sea closed back over them. Does God still act as mightily today? He does. If we saw such a profound miracle today, would we attribute it to God? Probably not. So how does God show us he is here? Perhaps he is to be found in the smallest things that we would otherwise not notice.A man whispered "God speak to me" - a meadow lark sang, but the man did not hear. The man yelled "God speak to me" - a thunderclap...but the man did not listen"God let me see you!" the man said. A star shone brightly but he didn't noticeIn despair the man cried out "Touch me God - let me know you are here!"God reached down and touched the man… but the man brushed the butterfly away and walked on. Vicki Young
Daily ScriptureWhoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High and abides under the shadow of the Almighty,Shall say to the Lord, ‘My refuge and my stronghold, my God, in whom I put my trust.’For he shall deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the deadly pestilence.He shall cover you with his wingsand you shall be safe under his feathers; his faithfulness shall be your shield and buckler. (Psalm 91:1-4)Daily ReflectionThis well known passage from the Psalms tells of our God, who we can flee to, who will defend and protect us, who we can completely rely on. Especially in this very uncertain time that we have lived through, and in many ways are still in the midst of, this is something for us to really hold fast to.Psalm 91 is often read at Night Prayer, also called Compline. This is a wonderfully comforting and restorative short prayer service for the later evening, which Christians the world over know and love. If you want to sample it, please have a look on the Church of England’s website, www.churchofengland.org and take a look under ‘Night Prayer’. God does not give up on us, he is steadfast and protective of those who cling to him. He is faithful. Revd Ylva
Please see attached for weekly news. Sunday 4th July - The Fifth Sunday after TrinityThis Sunday's services:8 am HOLY COMMUNION AT ST NICHOLAS, SANDHURST led by Revd Ylva Blid-Mackenzie & Revd David Commander10 am HOLY COMMUNION AT ST GEORGE'S, BENENDEN <span style="font-size: 1rem;">led by Revd Ylva Blid-Mackenzie & Revd David Commander</span>
