Thought for the week

Many people around the world have followed Nasa’s Artemis II mission that sent four astronauts sweeping around the far side of the Moon and then landed them safely back on Earth. The images of the astronauts have excited a whole new generation about the possibilities of space travel. There are plans for one crewed lunar…

The resurrection of Jesus gives Christians a wonderful hope. Jesus promised, “Because I live you also will live.” After his resurrection Jesus appeared to his disciples over a period of 40 days and gave them many convincing proofs that he was alive. He taught them about God’s kingdom and told them the Holy Spirit would…

Mary Magdalene couldn’t sleep as she remembered all that had happened. So early on Sunday morning she got up and made her way to the tomb where, on Friday, she had seen the body of Jesus being laid. She had stood with the other women by the cross watching him die. She had experienced the…

This Friday is called “Good Friday” when Christians remember the day the Lord Jesus Christ died. Why is the word “good” used when we remember the agonising death of a man who was guilty of no crime? The day was truly good because when Jesus died, he offered the perfect sacrifice for our sins. At…

Christians around the world will soon be celebrating Easter when they will remember the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The trial and condemnation of Jesus was a great injustice. False charges were brought against him by the religious leaders, who were jealous of his popularity, and Pilate, the Roman Governor, gave way to the…

On Sunday my wife and I spent a very pleasant day with some of our family as we celebrated Mother’s Day. It was good to remember and give thanks for the role of our mothers in our lives. The bond between a mother and her child is very close. Mothers experience deep joy and sometimes…

Bible sales in the UK have experienced a significant surge, increasing by 134% between 2019 and 2025 to reach their highest levels since 1998, with total sales of £6.3 million. This growth is largely driven by Gen Z (people born between 1997 and 2012) who are seeking meaning, stability, and spirituality in a challenging world.…

The attacks on Iran by the USA and Israel have plunged the Middle East and the wider world into crisis. Religious and political leaders have died, airports have been closed, ships have been sunk, and countries in the region have been subjected to retaliatory attacks. The people of Iran face a very uncertain future, and…

The signs of new life are beginning to appear in the gardens and countryside. How encouraging it is to see the delicate snowdrops, the crocuses and the first of the daffodils. They stir in us the anticipation of the coming of Spring, and the end of another winter. Winter can be a difficult time with…

Many people struggle with mental health problems and are seeking peace of mind. Hetti Harper has recently told how her life has been transformed. Many times, she had wanted to end her life until she put her faith in Jesus Christ. She says, “After living for more than half of my life under the weight…