I’ve just written an article on the recent move to decriminalise abortion in the case of the mother. This will be published shortly. I have argued that the move is grievous, that it is something we do not want to see coming into law. However, I’ve expressed concern at how Christians have been responding to… Continue reading “Pure Evil”? Dangers in Christian responses to the decriminalisation of abortion for mothers
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Handkerchiefs and healing
In Acts 19:12, people are described as taking handkerchiefs and aprons that have been used by Paul to the sick and the demon possessed with the result that they were healed. Presumably this refers to work clothes from his trade as a tentmaker including cloths used to wipe sweat away from his face (rather than… Continue reading Handkerchiefs and healing
How do we help people bring their lives into the light?
I’ve been reflecting a little more on the topic of brining our lives out into the open and into the light. Luke 8:16-18 says: 16 “No one lights a lamp and hides it in a clay jar or puts it under a bed. Instead, they put it on a stand, so that those who come in… Continue reading How do we help people bring their lives into the light?
Was Israel’s military strike on Iran lawful?
One of the big questions raised about Israel’s military strikes against Iran is as to whether or not they amounted to a breach of International Law and meant that Israel had crossed red lines. To answer that question, we have to consider whether or not Israel’s action amounted to self defence. This means considering whether… Continue reading Was Israel’s military strike on Iran lawful?
How do we let the preaching of God’s Word do its job?
I recently preached on Luke 8 which includes the parable of the Sower and Jesus’ follow on explanation about how parables work. The surprising thing is that when the disciples come to Jesus and ask him what the parable means, he doesn’t say something to the effect that parables are earthly stories with heavenly meaning… Continue reading How do we let the preaching of God’s Word do its job?
Jerusalem
I’m dropped off on Sunbridge Road, a little walk away from my destination. As I start walking, I see others who have parked their cars on one of the side streets. More join our procession as we get closer. Then we get onto Manningham Lane to be met by a much larger crowd still. It’s… Continue reading Jerusalem
You are usually at war before you think you are
Two things from two fields of conflict have struck me recently. First the military strikes by Israel against Iran have been described as preemptive. However, from Israel’s perspective, there are already hostilities with Iran through the Iranians’ proxies in Hamas, Hezbollah and the Houtis. Secondly, I noted an observation in the media recently that Russia… Continue reading You are usually at war before you think you are
Iran and Israel
We won’t up this morning to reports of a massive military attack by Israel on Iran. Israel’s declared intent is to neutralize a potential nuclear threat from Iran. How do we respond? First of all, some Christians are tempted to support Israel “right or wrong” regarding the country as the fulfillment of God’s promises, God’s… Continue reading Iran and Israel
Are equality and authority in competition?
I recently saw a comment relating to the debate on complementarian marriage that it is not possible to have permanent authority over someone and be equal to them? Is that right? On the surface it seems obviously true, especially from a post modern perspective. However, I just want to get us to push our thinking… Continue reading Are equality and authority in competition?
burial or cremation?
Writing about metaphorical burial the other day got me thinking again about questions around literal burial. Specifically, there is a question that comes up from time to time about whether burial or cremation is better and indeed, whether the latter is even right for Christians to consider. Now, in the end, it is worth remembering… Continue reading burial or cremation?
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