We don’t like to choose sides. As I write, the BBC have got into a spot of bother whilst reporting on conflict between Israel and Hamas. The BBC have studiously refused to call Hamas a terror organisation because they see this as going against a duty of impartiality. This begs the question though, “Can you… Continue reading Who is your friend?
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The Best of Friends (Book Review)
This is a helpful little book from Phil Knox. We live in a world of increased isolation and individualism. The COVID-19 pandemic certainly didn’t help that with its lockdowns and social distancing. Then there are the cultural idols of greed and selfishness which encourage us to look inward to ourselves. It’s no surprise the that… Continue reading The Best of Friends (Book Review)
Skin Deep? Love your enemies
A man comes to Jesus and asks him “What must I do to inherit eternal life?” Jesus asks him what the law says. He responds with the two greatest commandments “Love God” and “Love your neighbour.” Jesus confirms that he has answered correctly. The man however isn’t satisfied. “Who is my neighbour?” He asks. Then… Continue reading Skin Deep? Love your enemies
When friends turn – the enemy within
Friendly Fire: a phrase that puts together two words that should not go together. The phrase came into common parlance during the 1991 Gulf War to liberate Kuwait. Sadly a lot of soldiers were killed by their own side, the result of the challenges of bringing different armed forces together with different cultures and communication… Continue reading When friends turn – the enemy within
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