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Dear Readers of Country Squire Magazine, I trust that I find you well this November Sunday.

The world seems to be going to hell in a handcart: Russia’s demands for peace in Ukraine are too numerous, Microsoft has had a meltdown and flights have been grounded. Russell Brand and other ‘celebs’ are maintaining the BBC’s attempts to compete with the Labour Party for greatest number of perverts and rapists. The weather is pretty grim, petrol and diesel are through the roof, and Iran is still run by a bunch of Islamist headcases.

How should we as Christians respond to all this?

Romans 15:13: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”

Therefore, please today offer this short prayer:

Heavenly Father, in times of darkness and uncertainty, I turn to You for hope. You are the source of all hope and the light that shines in the dark.
Grant me the strength to trust Your plan and persevere through current challenges, seeking Your peace and guidance.
In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.

God Bless.

Chin up.

Have a splendid week.

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_{Photograph: St James’ Church, Bramley. Hants}