Jesus Is … The Temple

Jesus answered them, “Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up.” (John 2:19) Jesus was outraged. His Father’s house was being abused and his anger consumed him.  He cleansed this place by removing the cancerous elements. Yet his words to the Jews were astounding – no wonder the audience were perplexed. […]

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Oh Yeah That Moving Thing

I’m not writing this LIVE.  When it comes to a Friday evening, sometimes I just prefer to do what it says on the tin (my tin, not yours, it works for me, doesn’t have to for you) and just rest.  It’s the end of a working week, it’s a time to relax in the knowledge […]

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Safe and Sound

Recently I was having a go at the term ‘good luck’.  From time to time I come across phrases and sayings that tickle me silly for one reason or another.  I think of them and then think a bit more about them and get a quizzical look on my face that slowly changes to bafflement […]

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Consider Yourself … A Preamble

Recently I was writing about the kind of environment conducive to genuine praise and genuine community engagement in the light of the ‘spiritual covering’ practice.  Read it for yourself by clicking for part one and part two. One aspect of the argument was about how we’re more likely to be ourselves when we’re at home.  […]

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Restoration

The story often referred to as the Prodigal Son is a brilliant example of what the ministry of reconciliation is all about.  In that story a fair bit of credit is given to the wastrel son as he comes to his senses and realises that he could get better quality food back at his home […]

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