
This is one of those stories that I just hope and pray is at the very least based on actual events, even if not strictly factual. It illustrates real human kindness in a wonderful way. If it is true, there is a beautiful … [Read more...]
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A husband, father, and Licensed Lay Minister (Reader) reflecting on life, faith, and the prayers we pray in the Church of England

This is one of those stories that I just hope and pray is at the very least based on actual events, even if not strictly factual. It illustrates real human kindness in a wonderful way. If it is true, there is a beautiful … [Read more...]

I was sent this story recently -- thanks Andy -- and thought it a timely, and inspirational, reminder for us all. Do you spend enough time with those you love, or are you too busy? An Hour Of Your Time A man came … [Read more...]

This is another one of those little stories that is unlikely to be strictly true; but it does, nevertheless, carry an important message. I found it very inspiring, and hope you will too. The Burning Hut The only … [Read more...]

This is another story sent to me by Elizabeth about something that happened to her and her daughter when they went to the Theatre one night. 'Coincidence -- or a spectacular answer to prayer -- or were they angels?' … [Read more...]

I was sent this story recently. Whoever wrote it must have done so as someone who's been through depression. Only someone who has been in that swamp of horror could describe it so accurately. Only someone who has, … [Read more...]

I was sent this story recently. It's a good reminder that hope can spring from even from the darkest of tragedies. Often the innocence of a child will see something that us more cynical adults will miss. Safe in … [Read more...]

We often have no idea of the final results of what we do -- what harvest will be gathered from the seeds that we sow. All we can do is continue to sow the seeds in faith, and leave the rest to God. And if that's true for … [Read more...]

I wonder how many Church congregations would do just the same as the congregation in this little story that I came across recently -- I suspect, more than we would want to admit to. It would be a great help if every … [Read more...]

I found this little story, that made its way to my inbox, to be particularly thought-provoking; and wasn't expecting the ending, though don't really know what I did expect. I hope you get as much from it as I did. The … [Read more...]

It isn't often I know the inspirational stories I put on here are true; usually just hoping that they're at least based on actual events. But this one is different. Elizabeth, who comments on here sometimes, has sent me … [Read more...]