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Posted on May 7, 2012July 17, 2015

Holding an old view of Jesus

The theology of the evangelical movement is one of victory and perpetual growth. The churches’ retreat is an embarrassing secret to be kept in the closet. Yet it is only by facing the truth of where we are that we can go with God where He desires. Jean Vanier points out that on the first … Continue reading Holding an old view of Jesus

Posted on February 20, 2012July 17, 2015

The idolatry of the tongue

The tongue seems to be the idol of the evangelical church.  In conservative churches what matters is preaching the Word.  In charismatic churches what matters are worship, tongues and prophecy.  As a friend of mine remarked, everyone is speaking and no one is listening. Maybe we never stop speaking because we are trying to persuade, … Continue reading The idolatry of the tongue

Posted on February 6, 2012July 17, 2015

Unnecessary Obstacles

I was climbing Ben Nevis with my family.  As we approached the snow line two young soldiers came back.  An experienced climber ahead, had told  them they could not climb without crampons.   Should we go on without them?  We decided we would continue but abort at the first sign of trouble.  With great joy … Continue reading Unnecessary Obstacles

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