I’ve more to share from New Wine, but meanwhile I thought you might enjoy an old-fashioned John Hearson mishap-and-embarrassment story. I often look back affectionately to those cringe-worthy days when I was a 19-year-old student. God provided an army of very kind people to look after me!
Category Archives: True Stories
How on earth did THAT happen?
I’m bursting to share about our remarkable 5 days at New Wine in Peterborough. You’ll be encouraged, awe-struck, intrigued, or perhaps infuriated! (which is fine with me but please let me know…)
I believe it’s part of God’s story, which is why I hope you’ll enjoy it.
Miracles in the Midst of War
Do you believe God works supernaturally today? Read this book! Not just because of the miracles, but for the heart-warming, courageous and compassionate story of a remarkable young woman.
On the Chemin – Back to the Future?
Whether it’s a walking holiday or a pilgrimage, the Chemin de St Jacques provides lots of time to reflect. As a weary traveller, I found myself being drawn back nearly 50 years to a special time of my life. But I’m looking back in order to move forward!
Journey to Bottom C
Here’s how I became a viola player. I ‘fess up’ to my shortcomings in our orchestra but explain how this proved just what was needed when we moved churches.
The Thrill of the Ride
YOU’VE GOT TO READ THIS BOOK – IT’S SO INSPIRING “What an extraordinary couple!” I thought. Sally, an articulate English lady with the air of a teacher, organised the children’s programme on Sunday mornings. Gibson, a short but muscular black man with shining eyes, seemed perhaps a little younger than she. He played the electricContinue reading “The Thrill of the Ride”
Birds of a Feather
This true story contains a life lesson. Inside most of us lies the tendency to reject those who aren’t like us. But it doesn’t have to be so…
Taking the Plunge
Abseiling is scary but fun. Your first occasion may seem terrifying! The whole experience provides a great illustration of how faith, science and reason interact.
Life After…Life After Retirement
Here’s how I passed up a chance to make a friend whose company I would have thoroughly enjoyed. What a shame! He’s now teaching me such a lot…
Confessions of an Agonised Cyclist
Do we really have to spend our lives atoning for our past misdeeds? An episode of BBC’s ‘Broken’, and a cycle challenge, set me thinking…
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