Daily Devotional Preaching

Some ancient scripture, ancient even at the time of Jesus, has an important lesson for us today.The Virtual Vicar speaks with King James (so called because he loves the King James version of the Bible) and draws out the main message of this passage:Psalm 23 King James Version1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever....https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=err3g8CjOA4

Jesus has a message for you... The Virtual Vicar speaks with King James (so called because he loves the King James version of the Bible) and draws out the main message of this passage:John 14:15-18King James Version15 If ye love me, keep my commandments.16 And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever;17 Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you.18 I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you....https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tHxi_toosiQ

Simply put, the answer is yes. You should definitely go to a pantomime!

Commonly known as “panto,” pantomime is a kind of comedy show that is a crucial part of British Christmas tradition.

Pantos are intentionally silly and over-the-top. All the characters wear outrageous costumes and the actors typically dress in “drag,” meaning that the men dress as women and the women dress as men. No matter what the story is, there is always a bumbling hero, a clumsy villain, and the promise that the hero will fall in love.

Audience participation is vital. The most famous line in all pantos is, “He’s behind you!” The audience yells this at the hero, trying to warn him that the villain is about to pounce on him. The hero always replies, “No he isn’t!”

The tradition of comedy theatre at this time of year goes back to the Victorian times. It was similar to modern day pantomime with an emphasis on comedy of the ‘slap-stick’ kind. But its origins were in political satire that poked fun at the establishment, often using characters that had many similarities with well-known and disliked nobles, or even the monarchy.

This is less the case now with pantomime taking modern stories and well-known tales and putting a humorous spin on them.

We need such escapist nonosesen more than ever.

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Jacob met with God and responded in what seems like an unusal way. What can we learn from him?The Virtual Vicar speaks with King James (so called because he loves the King James version of the Bible) and draws out the main message of thiis passage - Genesis 32:24-28...24 And Jacob was left alone; and there wrestled a man with him until the breaking of the day.25 And when he saw that he prevailed not against him, he touched the hollow of his thigh; and the hollow of Jacob's thigh was out of joint, as he wrestled with him.26 And he said, Let me go, for the day breaketh. And he said, I will not let thee go, except thou bless me.27 And he said unto him, What is thy name? And he said, Jacob.28 And he said, Thy name shall be called no more Jacob, but Israel: for as a prince hast thou power with God and with men, and hast prevailed...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOKiTtfsau8

What really annoys you? Crazy Frog, originally known as The Annoying Thing, is a Swedish CGI-animated character and musician created in 2003 by actor and playwright Erik Wernquist. It's really annoying, but gets your goat?

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A crippled man is healed in Jesus name. So what? What next? "The Virtual Vicar" and "King James" (so called because he loves the King James version of the Bible, used in this video) talk through the passage and bring out what they believe is the most important point from this incident in the Bible. What do you think? Comment below.Bible Passage: Acts 3:1-6. 3 Now Peter and John went up together into the temple at the hour of prayer, being the ninth hour.2 And a certain man lame from his mother's womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful, to ask alms of them that entered into the temple;3 Who seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple asked an alms.4 And Peter, fastening his eyes upon him with John, said, Look on us.5 And he gave heed unto them, expecting to receive something of them.6 Then Peter said, Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk."Peter and John went to pray, they met a lame man on the way..."...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJKaHdvyokg

About 5,000 public phone boxes around the UK will be protected from closure in areas of high accident rates or poor mobile signals, under plans drawn up by Ofcom, the regulator.

The communications watchdog said it would ban BT from scrapping payphones in areas where they were still needed, namely locations with poor mobile coverage, high accident or suicide rates, or higher-than-average use. There are about 21,000 call boxes across the country. Is this a good thing or are they just smelly death traps?

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After 40 years, the makers of once-sparkling pop are back – but the glamour promised by this album’s two terrific singles goes horribly unfulfilled
Voyage, Abba’s final studio album and their first in 40 years, began with a tweet and is causing a stir. But is it any good? Or was this a horrible legacy crushing mistake?

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Here's some advice on how to be happy based on the personal experience of the St Paul. "I know the experience of being in need and of having more than enough; I have learned the secret to being content in any and every circumstance, whether full or hungry or whether having plenty or being poor. (Philippians 4:12)"...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nUPf4BI8DY

While on his way to Damascus Saul is confronted by the risen Christ. He seesa blinding light, Saul falls to the ground and asks, "Who are you, Lord?" This must have devastated for Saul who was convinced that Jesus was dead and that his followers were deluded and dangerous."The Virtual Vicar" and "King James" (so called because he love the King James version of the Bible, used in this video) talk through the passage and bring out what they believe is the most important point from this incident in the Bible. What do you think? Comment below....https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjaoC-iFw3w