Understanding atonement Lent 2024 - Part 1 Moral Example This Lent, I am reflecting on the profound significance of Jesus Christ's death and resurrection. As I explore the various atonement theories embraced or historically cherished by Christian churches, I realise this journey reveals a rich tapestry of beliefs and interpretations. There is more than one …
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I have received this email reply from my MP: Dear Steven Thank you for contacting me about support for people with autism. As you say, it is unacceptable that autistic people can struggle to get the support they need. I agree with you that more needs to be done. I share the Government’s aim to …
Lent 2025 – Part 0 This Lent, I reflect deeply on the profound significance of Jesus Christ's death and resurrection, exploring the various theories embraced or historically cherished by Christian churches. I realize that this journey reveals a rich tapestry of beliefs and interpretations. It's important to acknowledge that there is more than a single …
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Some autistic people talk about autism as their superpower. This does not mean that I have x-ray vision, super speed, nor can I jump large buildings with a single fart. But there is some truth here. Autism diagnosis is negative. It is about looking for things we need help with, which is how it should …
John had a unique opportunity to showcase his remarkable background. Priesthood ran through his veins, with his father, Zechariah, serving as a respected priest. Instead of the traditional path in the Jerusalem temple, he embraced his adventurous spirit by engaging with people in the wilderness, inspiring those beyond the country's boundary.
Psalms not in the Psalter The 10 songs: Song 5 *Givon is a place in the valley of Ayalon near Jerusalem These are the 10 songs of Judaism. Among them, two are found in the Psalter, and one is the Song of Solomon or Song of Songs, which I plan to delve into separately. It's …
Who is Jesus? part 19 How do you see a voice? The esteemed priests and Levites from Jerusalem, the most distinguished among them, were eager to meet John the Baptist. They were on a quest for a remarkable figure, the Messiah, or perhaps the prophetic voice of Elijah, or the great Prophet foretold by Moses. …
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Who is Jesus? part 18 I asked the AI joke generator punchlines.ai to finish the joke Why is John the Baptist like Rick Astley? These are the first three replies with no editing from me. Why is John the Baptist like Rick Astley? I've been dunked twice, but I'm never going to give up. Why …
Should police officers referred to people as civilians. In the UK, police are civilians and not part of the military. Trust between police and communities is essential, and heavy-handed tactics should only be used as a last resort, maintaining a disciplined yet civilian service.
Who is Jesus? part 17 Before we leave the opening song to John's Gospel, it's good to look at the whole thing for context. Although we are looking at poetry, and although the form is chiascic, like most of the Psalms, this is a narrative song and has a clear begining and ending. (Chiasm is …
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