Autism in a TV drama I reviewed the first series of Patience last year. This year she is back, I watched the final episode last night, with eight episodes in the second series, rather than the six of series one. Most of the regulars are back, too; the most obvious is one of the main …
Understanding Jesus’ Role in Judgment and Life
There will be no more Sabbaths Who is Jesus? part 57 - John 5:19-30 If you have read the previous three posts on John's Gospel, you will notice something missing in Jesus' response to the Judeans. Their main concern is not what Jesus addresses. It’s not a typical "elephant in the room" situation; instead, Jesus …
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The Role of Apprenticeship in Jesus’ Teachings
The Apprentice Who is Jesus? part 56 - John 5:19-30 I have never been an apprentice. My father, however, has a story he tells about an apprenticeship he went on. After returning home tired, his mother asked what he was doing to be so tired. It turns out he was doing. The next day, she …
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Understanding Paul’s Hymns: A Study on Humility
The song that says it all Songs in the New Testament, part 1 Over the last 6 years, I have explored the songs in the Old Testament, beginning with the Psalms and Lamentations, continuing with the 10 songs used by Jews on special occasions, and ending with a candid look at the Song of Songs. …
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Exploring John 5: Jesus, the Sabbath, and Healing
What is meant by the Sabbath? Who is Jesus? part 55 - John 5:1-18 Noah's Ark is a toy now most often seen in museums. The popularity of this toy is that, because it was based on the Bible, it was the only toy a child would be allowed to play with on a Sunday. …
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Unveiling Jesus’ Power: The Bethesda Healing Explained
What was Jesus Doing Here? Who is Jesus? part 54 - John 5:1-18 The third sign of Jesus healing a man at the pool of Bethesda shows his power over illness and time. John clearly states that Jesus did other miracles as well as the ones called signs. These signs are important acts meant to …
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Ending Inappropriate Detention: The 2025 Mental Health Act Explained
Media Watch On Thursday, 18th December, the Mental Health Bill 2025 received Royal Assent and is about to become law. This has been well received by the NHS, the Royal College of Nursing and the National Autistic Society. "It is a change long in the making," says Tim Nicholls, former Assistant Director of Policy, Research, …
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Jesus and Moses: Parallels in John 5
John 5 - its similarities and structure Who is Jesus? part 53 - John chapter 5 I hope you have had a good Christmas and wish you a happy new year. I'll be concise. (EDIT: I meant to be brief, but it’s over 2,000 words and takes about 11 to 12 minutes to read.) I’m …
The Power of Love and Prayer: A New Year’s Reflection
This New Year, 2026, there will be prophets saying what the word of God is for the new year. I'm not a prophet. I have two words: Love and prayer. I'm not sure if they're from God, but I believe they're meant for me. They may or may not apply to you also. Time will …
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The Fearful Sign – A Poem
The Shepherds and the Angel The night was torn by blazing skies,The shepherds fell with trembling cries,Their bodies froze, their voices few,The terror bound their hearts askewAnd this shall be a sign to you. The angel spoke, yet dread remained,Their souls still shook, their breath constrained,Could joy be real? Could hope break through?The weight of …
Making an ass of myself 