Andrew Wilson wrote recently on Think Theology about what the flags going up around the country, represent and mean. I think this was a helpful question to start asking and highlighted the challenges of interpreting signs and symbols. I am not convinced that this follow up article by Matthew Hosier was so helpful. Steve Kneale… Continue reading The question concerning flags and marches is not about “do you like the people”?
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What do we do about Christian Nationalism in practice?
It’s when you start to talk about the practical implications of Christian Nationalism’s errors that you start to get some pushback. People will happily go along with discussion about its relative merits but I’ve found that the strongest resistance I’ve had has been to my suggestion that churches, networks and national leaders should act, not… Continue reading What do we do about Christian Nationalism in practice?
How does Jesus answer the problem of suffering?
Luke 13 begins famously with Jesus being asked about a tragic atrocity. Pilate had not only slaughtered some Galileans but had also had their blood mixed in with their sacrifices, thus contaminating the altar and making the sacrifices ineffective. The implied question that Jesus answers is as to whether the victims had been particularly guilty… Continue reading How does Jesus answer the problem of suffering?
The man who got trampled to death
One of my favourite Bible events is in 2 Kings 7 where some lepers discover that the siege of Samaria has been lifted and go to tell the King that there is food outside the city. The king’s officer whom he relied on for advice was sceptical, cynical even. So the prophet tells him that… Continue reading The man who got trampled to death
Is there a relationship between a possible (“Quiet) Revival and a far right revival?
This is in sum the question that someone asked me recently. As it happens, I’ve seen quite a few people arguing that there is a link, although they balk at the term far right. I’ve seen a number of articles and read a number of blog posts suggesting that some Christians do see a link… Continue reading Is there a relationship between a possible (“Quiet) Revival and a far right revival?
The sermon I would have preached at the Unite the Kingdom Rally
There’s been some discussion about the wisdom of attending the recent Tommy Robinson rally even if to speak and share the Gospel. I didn’t have an invite to speak and still would not have considered it wise but if given the opportunity and if I had taken it, this is probably what I would have… Continue reading The sermon I would have preached at the Unite the Kingdom Rally
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Would Tommy Robinson be welcome in your church?
This is the question that Aaron Edwards asks in his latest Substack post. My answer is easy. “Yes Tommy Robinson would be welcome in our church.” So too would all those who have gone in his marches, those who have spoken up in support and those who participated. I include those who are clearly fully… Continue reading Would Tommy Robinson be welcome in your church?
The burden of proof – and why we seem to struggle to challenge the far right
It’s funny isn’t it? People were fairly relaxed about me writing articles reflecting on issues around flags, marches and nationalist ideology. However, as soon as I suggested that this should lead to action, specifically that church networks should not partner with, or include in their number, those who endorse and align with the far right… Continue reading The burden of proof – and why we seem to struggle to challenge the far right
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