Author: faithrootsdw

Why the Government’s response to the Supreme Court on Rwanda is deeply flawed but is not a move to totalitarianism

Downing Street recently tweeted the following. The tweet comes in response to the Government losing their Supreme Court case over the Rwanda Asylum plan.  Now, before I go any further, I want to state a couple of things.  However, I’ve also seem some extreme takes in response to the tweet, with a number of people… Continue reading Why the Government’s response to the Supreme Court on Rwanda is deeply flawed but is not a move to totalitarianism

Paying the pastor

John Benton’s latest article on the Pastor’s Academy site talks about the importance of looking after pastors well, particularly when it comes to pay. He references Martin Luther’s commentary on Galatians 6:6 in support of his point. Now, there’s some good points in the article.  Whilst, elders in the church should not be greedy, lovers… Continue reading Paying the pastor

Two types of wisdom

Wisdom is a central theme in James letter but what is true wisdom like and where does it come from? A look at the text (Read James 3:13-18) This section begins with a call, an invitation or challenge.  Those who are truly wise are invited to step forward and demonstrate their understanding.  The evidence or… Continue reading Two types of wisdom

In defence of Advent – and other seasons

I’m a non-conformist, I’m not part of the established Church of England and the church I am part of belongs more with the contemporary charismatic movement.  So, the people I identify most closely with tend to hold lightly to church traditions and that includes the church calendar.  We are unlikely to make a big thing… Continue reading In defence of Advent – and other seasons

The taming of the tongue

The old proverb “Sticks and stones might break my bones but words will never hurt me” is challenged by James.  Words do matter.  Our speech has consequences. A look at the text (Read James 3:3-8) James illustrates the power of the tongue by comparing it first with the bit of a bridle.  It’s placed into… Continue reading The taming of the tongue