An Amateur Theologian blundering around the Kingdom of God
One of the most contentious conversations in our culture continues to be at the intersection of faith, identity, and what it means to be human. One particular flashpoint is issues under the umbrella of ‘Trans*’, and questions of Gender Identity. … Continued
Throughout my blogging career, as I’ve turned my library card and reading time to different questions, I’ve compiled bibliographies of books I’ve read or intend to read about different topics. Thus far, I’ve scribbled lists on: Sexuality and Gender Being … Continued
This represents an initial stab – things I’ve read, touched on, reviewed, been told about, and so on. I’m always up for feedback – and would love to hear your suggestions… Regular readers will know that I am something of … Continued
I wrote this post way back in 2013. The substance of it is not changed. What is, perhaps, changed, is a sense of guilt and sadness at not following through, and a sense of hope that the Holy Spirit is … Continued
Over the last few years I’ve thought a lot about telling the truth. Truth is vital – it literally gives life, and is so important for the way our lives unfold. Truth is also difficult – sometimes it hurts, … Continued
Depression, according to recent statistics, is the common cold of the mental illness world. Depression affects a huge number of people – around 10% of the United States Population – and probably many more people who are unaware that they … Continued
I’ve blogged at length, with robust intention, about the inter-relation of Christianity and Depression. This short review – of a short book – aims to add to that discussion. Add some ideas to the pot. John Piper is one of my … Continued
I agree with Bill Johnson. God is Good! I’ve been seeing a variation on the ad above on my Facebook newsfeed fairly regularly for a few weeks now. It is advertising a new course and book, as far as I can … Continued
Disclaimer: since reading this book I’ve been employed by SPCK, who’ve merged with IVP. I intend to continue to write book reviews with honesty and integrity, but think it is worth making people aware! This book was one I was … Continued
Concluding a series of posts (a modification and serialisation of one of my MA-level essays) thinking through a Christian response to suicide, today we reach the end of this discussion. Following an introductory post, a post about suicide and the … Continued
