The story of Exodus focuses in on one family. A man from the tribe of Levi marries and his wife gives birth to a son.[1] We know from later that he is not the only child, he has a sister, Miriam, and brother, Aaron. Whether Miriam is from a previous/first wife or whether the narrator… Continue reading The waters of death (part 1)
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Escape: why suicide is not just about physically killing yourself
“Have you had thoughts of taking your own life?” The pastor’s question to me in my early twenties was met with a pause, a hesitation. Then my response. “No, I don’t think so.” “Dave, I wonder if the hesitation there indicates that maybe at some level you had considered it? “ His reply shocked me.… Continue reading Escape: why suicide is not just about physically killing yourself
Invading Babylon -more on the New Apostolic Reformation and Dominionism (Seven mountain mandate)
I’d you want to dig a little further into the New apostolic Reformation teaching on Dominion Theology and the Seven Mountain Mandate then a good place to start is “Invading Babylon:The Seven Nation Mandate” by Lance Wallnau, Bill Johnson and others. This multi-author work in effect sets out the NAR manifesto. Johnson begins the first… Continue reading Invading Babylon -more on the New Apostolic Reformation and Dominionism (Seven mountain mandate)
The New Apostolic Reformation
My aim is to give a summary introduction to a term and a movement. I suspect that it is something we will be less familiar with in the UK, both the term and the concept. However, we will be familiar with some names because people such as C Peter Wagner who was a key figure… Continue reading The New Apostolic Reformation
UKIP marching with Jesus
I’ve seen a few social media posts, mainly from the US picking up on a parade in London being banned. The posts usually express outrage contrasting this “Walk with Jesus” being banned in case it offends Muslims whilst Muslim festivals and parades are allowed It’s important to be factually clear about this. The march is… Continue reading UKIP marching with Jesus
An untested experiment? Tracing the Historical foundations of Christian Nationalism
One of the arguments for Christian Nationalism is that it is simply historic Christianity as accepted and continued by the Reformation. It is certainly true that for most of history,, Christianity has been afforded a special place in western culture referring to Europe and North America both through Catholic and Protestant influence. We also see… Continue reading An untested experiment? Tracing the Historical foundations of Christian Nationalism
Independent Eldership (book review)
I’ve been looking forward to getting my hands on my friend, Steve Kneale’s book “Independent Leadership” ever since he mentioned a little while back that he was working on something – and it hasn’t disappointed. What is the book about? Independent Leadership is part of a book series from Grace Publications called A people on… Continue reading Independent Eldership (book review)
An update on engaging with Christian Nationalism
Regular readers will be aware of two things. First that I spent a significant part of last year engaging with the topic of Christian Nationalism. You will also be aware that I hit the pause button on writing on the subject because I felt that I had probably contributed as much as I could at… Continue reading An update on engaging with Christian Nationalism
Staying true to your true love
Our daughters, heavily influenced by Disney films are currently fascinated by the idea of knowing your true love. Sometimes they will ask me who my first girlfriend was. Then they will nod wisely and say “but mummy is your true love.” And they are right. 2 Corinthians 11:1-15 is all about discovering and staying faithful… Continue reading Staying true to your true love
Introducing Jesus: A study of Jesus and the Gospels with a focus on Luke’s Gospel
One of the aims of Faithroots is to make theological training resources that are accessible. This is both about cost and about academic pitching and culture. So I’m pleased to be able to share this latest publication I think this will have two uses. First, for those who are looking for theological training, an important… Continue reading Introducing Jesus: A study of Jesus and the Gospels with a focus on Luke’s Gospel
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