Sermon on the Myth of Redemptive Violence, part one, 30 April 2017

Readings Micah 4: 1-4 Matthew 5:38 - 6:4 In this morning's sermon, the first of a series, Rev. Peter Bluett began to explore what the American theologian, activist and writer, Walter Wink, called "the Myth of Redemptive Violence." In the sermon he looked at the Babylonian creation myth,  the Enûma Eliš, highlighting the violent underpinnings …

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Sermon on God’s Inclusivity- 2nd April 2017

Readings Luke 5:27-39 Matthew 5:43-48 In a powerful sermon this morning, Rev. Peter Bluett spoke about the inclusivity of God, challenging some of the preconceived ideas about God's judgment which people have had, and opening up a deeper insight into the nature of God's love. If you would like to listen to the sermon please …

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Sermon on Jesus’ Third Way- 12th March 2017

Reading: Matthew 5:38-42 In this morning's service our Minister, Peter, spoke about the "third way" of Jesus, with an in-depth analysis of the famous verses from Matthew on the subject of retaliation, and a fascinating insight to the original intention behind the teaching. If you'd like to listen to the sermon, please click on the …

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