Unique to Christianity is the call to love our enemies. Love here, is not defined as a warm, runny feeling, but, like its use through most of scripture, is an aspect of charity. It's a "doing" word. A verb. But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do … [Read more...] about Love Your Enemies
Justice Warriors
Justice, as a concept, is all the rage these days and whenever someone wants to stick another word in front of that word, Christians should be a little sceptical, to say the least. There's social justice, racial justice, gender justice, environmental justice and economical … [Read more...] about Justice Warriors
Meekness
Jesus did not come to defend a dead men. He did not come to defend the old you. He came to finish the job and put the old man to death once and for all. Jesus defends the raised, the born again, the delivered. Jesus defends the new man. He acquits the guilty by taking the guilt … [Read more...] about Meekness
Singing the Blues
In James chapter 5:13-16, we have a bundle of everyday issues that every Christian has to deal with. Sin, sickness and suffering among them. The wisdom here is practical and godly, giving the believer who taps into it a reason to sing. Is anyone among you suffering? Let him … [Read more...] about Singing the Blues
Bright Eyes and Happy Hearts
With young couples struggling to save up for a deposit on their first iceberg lettuce1, and firefighters dressed in full PPE gear being told they are a threat to public health2, it's no wonder that people are feeling a little disorientated. And perhaps that was the point all … [Read more...] about Bright Eyes and Happy Hearts