Casting the first stone Who is Jesus? part 83 - John 7:53-7:11 Time has passed, it's too late to say anything, and another opportunity has been missed. It is only then that you think of the reply. But it's too late. We have all been there. Those times when a caring reply or a witty …
The woman caught in adultery: Writing in the sand
Writing in the sand Who is Jesus? part 82 - John 7:53-8:6 There is an urban myth that a child wrote in their homework: Infants have infancy,Children have childhood,Adults have adultery. Now I cannot believe that a child wrote that, as it is too sophisticated a pun, but I do think it's a great play …
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Don’t be Daft—a poem about autism
Don't be Daft Photo by Capotina Entretenimientos on Pexels.com I used to complain about sunlight. “Dad, it hurts my eyes,” I’d say. “Don’t be daft,” was his reply, “Enjoy the sunny day.” When cold, my fingers would turn white,All circulation gone. “Don’t be daft, we’re all the same, Now stop your whining, son.” I’m daft …
The Lamb of God according to John
The Lamb of God Who is Jesus? part 81 - John 1:29-34 I took a break in this series on the Gospel of John. The mention of water in chapter 7 showed me things I'd missed when looking at the Samaritan Woman in chapter 4. It was a convenient place to go back, so I …
Key Encounters at Wells in Scripture
Wells in Genesis Who is Jesus? part 80 There are times when you want to review everything. Like the time I learnt that angels do not have wings in the Bible. The assumption may be due to people grouping all heavenly creatures into the angel category: Seraphim (six-winged) and Cherubim (four wings and four faces). …
Unpacking John 7:40-52: Jesus and Nicodemus
Making your mind up Who is Jesus? part 79 - John 7:40-52 There's a bit of a riddle in the passage I'm looking at here, but first, one for you to solve: I speak of visions both heavy and deep, of a Servant who suffers, yet God’s own to keep. From me came the words …
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The Mystery of Godliness Explained: 1 Timothy 3:16
Christ's Glory; 1 Timothy 3:16 Songs in the New Testament, part 8 I live on a scenic train line. The track between Huddersfield and Manchester goes through stunning scenery when it's not in a tunnel. Well, at least up to Staleybridge, the Tameside hills are stunning. Yet the last time I travelled it I read …
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Jesus’ Challenge: Come and Drink Living Water
The challenge of Jesus Who is Jesus? part 78 - John 7:37-39 There are always dry times. The physical thirst from going to sunny tropical places and not taking enough water with you is becoming a reality here as the weather pattern changes to longer, heavier rainy periods followed by longer dry periods of dry, …
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The Undercover Messiah
Hide and Seek Who is Jesus? part 77 - John 7:33-36 Terry Pratchett was fueled by a delightful dose of indignation—like a cranky old wizard with a wand full of wit! He noticed the absurdity in society and decided to poke fun at it through his books, especially in his Discworld series, where the laughter …
Dear Mr. Burnham
An Open Letter to the Prime Minister About Autism Prime Minister Andy Burnham arrives at No. 10 Downing Street.Free image from Wikimedia Commons. Dear Prime Minister. First let me congratulate you for your success in the Makerfield Election and the Leadership contest of the Labour Party. I am Steve Pape an autistic and ADHD person …
Making an ass of myself 