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...
My Daddy is Awesome

My Daddy is Awesome

Her Daddy is Amazing! Many years ago, my 3-year-old granddaughter, Megan, came into the living room, announcing that she is carrying the doll stroller because she is very strong. I asked her if it was heavy, and she easily confessed that it isn’t. Since...
Consistency and Contradiction in the Bible

Consistency and Contradiction in the Bible

Contradiction in Police Reports Have you ever been in a car wreck? If so, the incident probably stands out in your memory as if it happened yesterday. My first accident occurred just after I’d dropped my eldest children off at school. I was taking the youngest to...