What will it mean to be a disciple of the King, if the King is one who suffers and dies? Will it mean health, wealth and prosperity? Will it mean living with no hardship, no difficulty, and no suffering? Will it mean living in victory and gaining the whole world? Perhaps you’ve been a… Continue reading The great cost (and value) of following Jesus
The heart of worship?
John F. Kennedy’s inaugural address in 1961 contained the historic words, “Ask not what your country can do for you – ask what you can do for your country.” That is, it’s more about what Americans can do for the USA than what the USA can do for Americans. As inspiring as those words were,… Continue reading The heart of worship?
Mocking God isn’t new
Mocking Christians and Christianity is not a new phenomenon. One of the earliest pieces of Roman graffiti was scratched onto a plaster wall, depicted a young man worshipping a crucified figure with a donkey head. The Greek depiction translates as “Alexander worships his god”.
Why we can still sing (some) Hillsong and Bethel songs
Hillsong and especially Bethel Church seem to have lost the gospel plot. Many of Hillsong’s teaching and practices go beyond what the Bible teaches and at times distorts what the Bible teaches. Many of Bethel’s beliefs and practices are simply Christianized paganism. And yet, within these two umbrella church organizations, there are many Christians, Christian… Continue reading Why we can still sing (some) Hillsong and Bethel songs
Jesus’ letter to progressive churches
Many churches and denominations have embraced a progressive sexual ethic in keeping with the spirit of our age. Behaviour and practices that have for hundreds of years been considered wrong, are now being condoned and celebrated, particularly in the sexual arena. Cohabitation, same-sex unions and transgender ideology, to name a few. In the name of… Continue reading Jesus’ letter to progressive churches