There’s been much commentary about Professor Jason Arday over the past few weeks, including after the shocking news of his death. It feels like we know so much about him and the case and yet at the same time, if we are honest, we know very little despite different sides holding to opinions with increasing… Continue reading What can and should we say about the tragedy of Jason Arday?
Tag: truth
How not to save the BBC
You will probably have struggled to miss the news story about the BBC which led to the Director General and the CEO of News resigning this weekend. Donald Trump is certainly not wanting you to miss the story. He is threatening to sue the Beeb if he doesn’t receive an apology and maybe still then… Continue reading How not to save the BBC
Telling the whole brutal truth
“And I think love is shown by telling the truth. The whole truth. Sometimes, the brutal truth. Sure, you need to say it respectfully. Sometimes, you need to say it gently. But unless you are prepared to say it how it is, you are misleading someone. Maybe even lying to them. But this is the… Continue reading Telling the whole brutal truth
The lies we believe about God
What we believe matters. Our behaviours and feelings, the choices we make – whether wise or foolish – are all linked to whether we believe truth or lies about God, Creation, Humanity and New Creation. We’re now going to look at what we should believe about God and see how that affects our lives. What… Continue reading The lies we believe about God
Is lying ever the better moral option?
This question comes up from time to time. What should you do if telling the truth would put you or others in harms way? Is it okay to tell a lie in such situations. Some people have argued that we are under no moral obligation to give the truth to someone who is morally evil.… Continue reading Is lying ever the better moral option?
Boris Johnson resigns again
Yesterday evening I shared some thoughts about Boris Johnson’s resignation honours list. A Prime Minister can recommend people for honours when they resign from the job. Even as I was writing, Johnson was resigning again, this time as an MP. The reason for Johnson’s resignation was that he had seen the draft outcome of a… Continue reading Boris Johnson resigns again
The toxic danger of gossip for both men and women
I recently engaged with an article that described gossip and slander as “the curse of women.” The article has since been withdrawn, I suspect one if those articles written in haste and frustration at specific circumstances. However, the association of women specifically with gossip is a common misconception. I found that phrasing unhelpful because I don’t… Continue reading The toxic danger of gossip for both men and women
The Gnostic presuppositions of The Crown
I understand that for some, The Crown is compulsive and essential viewing. Netflix’s big budget drama tells the story of Queen Elizabeth and the Royal Family starting back with the death of George VI and over several seasons aiming presumably to bring things right up to date. The show has proved both popular and controversial… Continue reading The Gnostic presuppositions of The Crown
The danger of Federal Vision
I’ve mentioned the so-called Federal Vision a few times here. This is the position associated with James Jordan, Peter Leithart and especially Doug Wilson. I thought it was worth revisiting it as my social media timeline has been busy again recently for some reason with discussion about Wilson and Federal Vision. I think as well… Continue reading The danger of Federal Vision
Revealed (Mark 4:21-25)
“Is a lamp brought in to be put under a basket, or under a bed, and not on a stand? Mark 4:21 This is perhaps one of the best known sayings of Jesus. It’s often described as a parable but had a more proverbial feel. Also, it seems to have been used in different contexts. … Continue reading Revealed (Mark 4:21-25)
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