Hi everyone. Welcome if you’re new here! This blog contains a mix of written and video content – lately the content has been video (see Sacred Musings) rather than written content, although I will continue to write from time to time. If you’d prefer to just see written content, there’s a box at the top […]
Can Christians be united? – Podcast 84
In this podcast we take a look at the thorny question of Christian unity. Should Christians be united? And how? Alternatively, check out the audio podcast. Links
Passing freedom on to the next generation – Podcast 83
In this podcast we look at how important it is to pass freedom on to the next generation. How can we be involved? Alternatively, check out the audio podcast. Links
More safeguarding is not the answer
I’ve been thinking a lot about safeguarding recently. If you’re involved in church circles it’s difficult to avoid – not least because church leaders being investigated for safeguarding is becoming a depressingly regular occurrence. The latest leader to fall is Mike Pilavachi, who is the co-founder of Soul Survivor. Commentators keep telling us we need […]
Living free together – Podcast 82
How can we live in freedom together – as a society? In this podcast we look at the chapter on covenant from Os Guinness’ book The Magna Carta of Humanity. Alternative, check out the audio podcast. Links
Lies lead to hollow people – Podcast 81
This podcast looks at the importance of telling the truth, and how lies hollow out people and institutions. Riffing on Tucker Carlson’s speech I mentioned last week. Alternatively, check out the audio podcast. Links
Freedom depends on who’s at the top – Podcast 80
In the next chapter of The Magna Carta of Humanity, Os Guinness explains how our freedom is won by the sovereignty and freedom of God. If we trust in people, we will end up disappointed. Alternatively, check out the audio podcast. Links
Freedom requires realism – Podcast 79
In this podcast we continue looking at Os Guinness’ book, The Magna Carta of Humanity. In particular we think about his insights on freedom and whether freedom can be absolute. Alternatively, check out the audio podcast. Links
Easter means don’t give up hope – Podcast 78
“Christianity has died many times and risen again; for it had a God who knew the way out of the grave.” – G. K. Chesterton In this podcast we look at some news from the last week, a bit of personal news, and a reflection about Easter. Alternatively, check out the audio podcast. Links
What is a human being? – Podcast 77
Our view of human beings is fundamental to society, government and our relationships. In this podcast we continue looking at Os Guinness’ book “The Magna Carta of Humanity” about the Biblical view of human beings and the difference it makes. Alternatively, check out the audio podcast. Links
Freedom requires authority – Podcast 76
In this podcast we look at the first chapter of Os Guinness’ book “The Magna Carta of Humanity”, about how freedom requires authority – i.e., God. Alternatively, check out the audio podcast. Links