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Reflections on the Advent Wreath 3. John the Baptist

In the succession of prophets comes one John the Baptiser. Severe, austere, uncompromising – and those are just his good points! And with a dress sense and diet that befits his otherworldliness. (Wouldn’t Trinny & Susannah and Gillian McKeith love … Continue reading

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Reflections on the Advent Wreath 2. Isaiah

Who would be a prophet? What a job! Such a thankless task! Now, I know we shouldn’t shoot the messenger, just because his words are unwelcome. But, really! Hear, O heavens, and listen, O earth;for the Lord has spoken:I reared … Continue reading

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Reflections on the Advent Wreath 1. Abraham

Abram: his name means ‘exalted father’, but this Abram has no children and the prospects don’t look good. It’s enough to make you laugh, really. Laugh, or cry. An old man and his wife who’s ‘barren’ (horrid word!). And he’s … Continue reading

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