Is Eve an Actor or a Prop?
I recently finished reading, and reviewed, Reconciliation by Muthuraj Swamy, and was struck by the way in which Eve’s role in the fall is arguably denigrated. I reproduce below a precis of the relevant study that I think forces us to … Continued
Book Review: Prophetic from the Centre
I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a review. Don Carson is a theological giant in the world of evangelicalism, and his books and teaching have been very important to me personally in my growth … Continued
Top Reads: February 2019
In the second month of 2019 my reading has picked up pace – see my Goodreads profile for details – and so here are some of the best things I’ve read in the last month, and what I thought. My … Continued
Book Review: Gender
I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. I hope that this doesn’t cloud your (or my!) reading. As someone continually involved in conversations about identity and spirituality, I’m always on the look … Continued
DTLC: Sexuality Part 3
Following the opportunity to explore what it might mean to do theology in the local church, Amy and I have just finished two terms of trying to facilitate and lead some worthwhile conversations. The first term involved gathering questions and … Continued
Book Review: MORE: Real
Please note that a) I was provided with a review copy of this book, b) I used to work for the publisher and c) I knew Jon at university. I hope those things didn’t cloud your reading of my review, … Continued
I see a Cloud
The Vineyard UK National Leaders conference opened with a video. Stories. History. Words. Hope. This little video was a reflection, perhaps prophetic, on 1 Kings 18 and the ministry of Isaiah. These words, verses 18-46, are a powerful invitation to … Continued
Book Review: The Beauty of the Cross
Disclaimer – I was provided with a free review copy of this book, and thus didn’t have to like it. If I did, then As someone who has rubbished Lent in the past, and then worked for an Anglican rooted … Continued
Top Reads: January 2019
Whilst you might be bored of my reading recommendations – having just shared my Top Ten Books of 2018, and indeed a brief summary of everything I read last year, I’m still trying to read more broadly and widely. So, … Continued
Book Review: Both-And
Today I’m delighted to be reviewing a book which, since I first read it over the Christmas break, has been immensely formative, helpful and thought provoking. Rich Nathan – one of my favourite authors who has influenced me profoundly – … Continued