We put a lot of attention into evangelism and discipleship for children and young people. This includes events and programmes for the young people themselves but also resources to help[ parents. We recruit children’s and families pastors and youth workers to help with all of this. But are we missing something, or some people. It… Continue reading OK Boomers?
Category: evangelism and mission
Take them to Jesus and tell them stories
Luke begins his Gospel be telling Theophilus that his purpose is “So that you may know the certainty of the things you have been taught” What does he do next? Well, in our contemporary context, we would expect someone with that intent to begin to teach Theophilus some apologetics, to help him think systematically through… Continue reading Take them to Jesus and tell them stories
Have we tried too hard to be “unchurchy” when people want “churchy-church”
Steve Kneale raises an interesting question for us here. Have we been too focused on attempting to be less “churchy” when that is exactly what people ar looking for, something that looks, feels and sounds like we expect church to be. This is a helpful question, coming at a point when reports, anecdotal evidence, and… Continue reading Have we tried too hard to be “unchurchy” when people want “churchy-church”
The Quiet Revival and our best Evangelistic approach
I’ve been working through the Bible Society’s report on what they are referring to as a !Quiet Revival.” As well as noting increased church attendance amongst younger people, the report also observed that a significant number of people expressed willingness to either attend church or read the Bible, if invited to. I think this should… Continue reading The Quiet Revival and our best Evangelistic approach
What difference does Easter make?
Here’s my story of the difference that Easter/The Resurrection has made in my life. In fact, today marks a double celebration. As well as it being Easter Sunday, it’s also the 45th anniversary of when I put my trust in Jesus. Here are some thoughts on how to preach the difference the resurrection makes
Islamisation? It’s not really about them and that
I am coming back to my response to Aaron Edwards’ articles where he talks about Islamisation of Britian. Previously I wrote about the need to engage properly with the reality of Islam on the ground and that means listening to Christians who regularly engage with Muslims because they live, worship and witness among them. However,… Continue reading Islamisation? It’s not really about them and that
Yes our binmen are on strike but please stop trash talking Birmingham
You probably won’t have been able to ignore it anymore, what started as a local news issue, bin strikes in Birmingham and the second city/largest single local authority bankrupt has moved up the agenda to a national news story with reports of rubbish bags piled high in the streets and rats the size of cats. … Continue reading Yes our binmen are on strike but please stop trash talking Birmingham
Should Christians celebrate Seder meals on Maundy Thursday?
The document I refer to in the video from the Council of Christians and Jews can be found here
What would I like you to know about Islam, Muslims and immigration?
Aaron Edwards has written a few articles on his Substack site about Islam and Britain. Some of the articles require paid subscription whilst others are available free. You can read the last one here. One comment on the article which said: “I read some comments from people living in the Midlands who are already living… Continue reading What would I like you to know about Islam, Muslims and immigration?
Banning Street Preaching?
A report in the Daily Telegraph describes plans by Rushmoor Council to get an injunction against Street Preachers. In this video I look at the rights and wrongs of such a case and why it matters for Christians. I also talk about For those who prefer reading to watching. My key points are. Situations like… Continue reading Banning Street Preaching?
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