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I only write occasionally here now, as you will see. However, there is an archive of over 2,000 posts which I’ve made over the last 20+ years, which are all still accessible.

Latest Posts

  • Freedom depends on who’s at the top – Podcast 80

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

  • New Book: Confused by Grace

    New Book: Confused by Grace

    I’ve written a book! It’s a Christian book – here’s the blurb: I’m going to be doing a video about it in the next few days, which you will be able to see on Understand the Bible, but you can buy it now from Amazon (Kindle or paperback editions available).

  • The 1997 Hypothesis – Podcast 75

    The 1997 Hypothesis – Podcast 75

    In this podcast we look at the “1997 Hypothesis” – the idea that 1997 was a watershed moment for our society. (At least) three significant things happened – the election of Tony Blair and New Labour, the death of Princess Diana, and the release of Harry Potter. I argue that all three things were significant…

  • You say you wanna revolution? – Podcast 74

    You say you wanna revolution? – Podcast 74

    In this episode we start looking at Os Guinness’ new book “The Magna Carta of Humanity” and compare the 1776 American Revolution with the 1789 French Revolution. Which one do we want to build our society on? Alternatively, check out the audio podcast. Links

  • Is it time to leave the Church of England? – Podcast 73

    Is it time to leave the Church of England? – Podcast 73

    Given what has happened in recent weeks, has the time come for orthodox believers and churches to leave the Church of England? In this video I give my thoughts on this question. Also we have some news and a reflection about the Railway Children. Alternatively, check out the audio podcast. Links

  • Do we need MORE than revival? – Podcast #72

    Do we need MORE than revival? – Podcast #72

    In this podcast we think about the revival in Asbury and whether we need more than revival as a society. Do we need something more akin to a new reformation, and what might that look like? Alternatively, check out the audio podcast. Links