Simon Benham’s Blog
Hello, and thanks for making it to my blog. My name is Simon and I am the Senior Pastor here at Kerith Community Church.
This blog is a place for me to share thoughts on pretty much anything which takes my interest. This will often be related to things happening in our church community or life lessons I am in the process of learning. It could also be reflections on current world events, reviews of books I am reading or commentary on how well Newcastle United are doing in the league! You just never know what you're going to get...
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Simon
Passion Week Devotional - Tuesday - Mathew 22:15-46
On the Tuesday of Passion Week, Jesus faced three traps—each designed to corner Him with political, theological, or legal dilemmas. Instead, He responded with astonishing clarity, revealing eternal truths: give to God what is God's, understand the power of resurrection, and live out the greatest commandments—love God and love your neighbor. As we journey through Holy Week, this devotional invites us to reflect deeply:
Advent Daily Devotional - Day 24
“Jesus replied, ‘Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them.’” (John 14:23)
Advent reminds us of Jesus’ three comings: in the flesh as our Redeemer, in the Spirit as our daily Rest and Consolation, and in glory as our eternal Hope. As Christmas transitions into the new year, let’s embrace His presence daily. Through prayer, Scripture, and the Holy Spirit, we can experience the joy of Jesus making His home in us—guiding, comforting, and preparing us for His glorious return.