Author: faithrootsdw

Death of death

Death remains our greatest fear and the last enemy. Death is the just consequence and punishment for sin.  Exile from the land was going to be a death like experience for God’s people.  With that in mind, I want to suggest that what comes next is perhaps one of the most significant passages in the… Continue reading Death of death

What was David’s sin with Bathsheba?

Originally posted on Faithroots:
Over the past few years, a little debate has kept cropping up about whether it is right to suggest that David committed adultery with Bathsheba or whether in fact we need to say that he raped her.? I wrote a guest post for Steve Kneale here when the debate first came…

The theology of everything and the anatomisation of everything

Last week, controversy broke about an extract from Josh Butler’s forthcoming book “beautiful Union.” I’ve written something about that here.  In my article I challenged some of the reaction which seemed quick to write Josh and his book off as weird, icky, misogynistic etc. I don’t think that this was the case as I argued… Continue reading The theology of everything and the anatomisation of everything

Everyone

Perhaps as God’s people heard Isaiah prophecy against different nations and cities, they were tempted to nod along in agreement.  “I’m glad that he mentioned Babylon, I knew they had it coming.”  “Oh I’d never really thought about Trye and Sidon before … but he has got a point you know.”  Then there’s that shocking… Continue reading Everyone

Revitalisation questions – looking to the future, what are the options?

The other day, I shared some questions that I would ask churches when they are looking for help with revitalisation.  So, what next once you’ve answered those questions together.  Well, what I find helpful is to talk through the full range of options that may be open to the church. Hypothetically at least these include:… Continue reading Revitalisation questions – looking to the future, what are the options?

Just because the mob is after you doesn’t mean there isn’t a real problem

The saga about the bloke who wrote an article about sex and salvation, had it withdrawn and then had to resign continues.  Now, some more prominent evangelicals are beginning to find their voice on the matter.  Now, for what its worth, I’m not too worried if people were quiet in the early stages, we can… Continue reading Just because the mob is after you doesn’t mean there isn’t a real problem