Confessions of a Crackpot

Confessions of a Crackpot

A Breakdown The Canadian pastor sadly described his descent into a breakdown to a room full of people in ministry. First, he found himself unable to focus and losing sleep. Then, he had stomach problems and palpitations. He found he was angry—deep down. Eventually, he...
The Cruelty of the Prosperity Gospel

The Cruelty of the Prosperity Gospel

Facebook Moderation Many years ago, I served as a moderator for a Christian Facebook group that has over 20,000 members. What a privilege and a responsibility! Sometimes, the work was relatively easy—approving (or not) those who were requesting to join the group....
Jesus Can Even Use PTSD!

Jesus Can Even Use PTSD!

This post was inspired by the teaching of Dr Peter Walker on the beach of the Sea of Galilee. If you want to visit the Holy Land or the places where St Paul visited, check out the retreats he leads. Jesus Uses What We’d Like to Forget There are very few of us who...
What is Truth?

What is Truth?

Versions of Truth If you’ve been following the news, you’ll be aware that there seem to be many versions of the truth, at least in politics. I’m not going even to try there–let’s stick with religion! So, what is truth? There are various philosophical theories...
Pain. What the Point?

Pain. What the Point?

What do Martin Luther, Dr Paul Brandt, and all of us have in common? Have you ever been in pain, whether emotional or physical? If you live on planet Earth, chances are you have been—or will be—at some time. We don’t enjoy pain and would do anything to protect our...