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How many times does it take for us to learn? In this talk, Sarah Blackburn looks at two of Jesus' most famous miracles which look remarkably similar. After seeing what Jesus could do, why would his disciples need to learn the same lessons over again? Why do we? If we keep finding ourselves struggling or stuck in patterns of behaviour we would like to change, what can we learn from Jesus' perseverance and grace?
Read MoreHow good is the feeling of relief? In this talk, Sarah Dowdeswell looks at how important it is for us to feel "Phew!" or "Finally!" kinds of relief when our circumstances change. Psalm 23 has become famously useful for connecting with God when we need relief, even if we are not yet seeing the changes we would like. Can we believe that God's grace is bigger than the circumstances we are in?
Read MoreWhat happens when we push away someone who loves us? In this talk, Sarah Dowdeswell looks at the story of a man who became lost, physically and emotionally, but returned to the family he had wronged. Maybe we can relate to his brother's reaction, but can we believe what his father did? Could we even believe that this story is about us?
Read MoreWhat difference could we make to the world if we see ourselves the way God sees us? This talk looks at one of Jesus' ancestors and their unusual path from belief to action.
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