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Quantum 26 – Zimbabwe; the Netherlands; Catholic Kids and Group Hate; Lady Gaga and Mike Pence; Tony’s Flypast; Parliamentary Prayer; Macedonia; Socialism in Australia; David Bowie and the Internet

This weeks Quantum covers the world – From Zimbabwe to the US and Australia. Zimbabwe –  David Coltart 2) The Netherlands – https://www.theguardian.com/news/2019/jan/18/death-on-demand-has-euthanasia-gone-too-far-netherlands-assisted-dying?utm_term=RWRpdG9yaWFsX1RoZUxvbmdSZWFkLTE5MDExOQ%3D%3D&utm_source=esp&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=TheLongRead&CMP=longread_email http://www.dennyburk.com/dutch-pastors-face-possible-criminal-investigation-for-signing-the-nashville-statement/ 3) American – Catholic Kids and Group Hate.. https://quillette.com/2019/01/20/truth-and-disfavored-identities/?fbclid=IwAR2h6ED7ViM9uy6aMmTO-oshMWf7dvcIpNNcla1jN38a7MYbG9Pq1H6ooeM https://www.theamericanconservative.com/dreher/the-covington-catholic-bonfire-at-the-stake/ 4) Lady Gaga and Mike Pence – https://www.christianpost.com/news/lady-gaga-calls-herself-christian-slams-mike-pence-as-worst-christian.html?utm_source=The+Christian+Post+List&utm_campaign=2f6d3d73c9-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_01_22_05_13&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_dce2601630-2f6d3d73c9-2509241 5) Tony and the Flypast. – https://twitter.com/bbcbreakfast/status/1087627217541189632?s=12 6) Prayer in parliament – Sunday – John Lennox http://archbishopcranmer.com/parliamentary-prayers-impose-exclude/ 7) Riots in Greece – https://www.express.co.uk/news/world/1075198/greece-riots-macedonia-riots-protests-police-tear-gas-athens 8) … Continue reading Quantum 26 – Zimbabwe; the Netherlands; Catholic Kids and Group Hate; Lady Gaga and Mike Pence; Tony’s Flypast; Parliamentary Prayer; Macedonia; Socialism in Australia; David Bowie and the Internet

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Africa, Asia, Politics, Prayer, USA

Trump Prayer Warriors and the Politicisation of the American Church

Have a look at this video which has been doing the rounds in some circles of American evangelicalism.  I was sent it by someone who meant well and I appreciate that.  I get sent so much that I don’t look at everything but I’m glad I looked at this.   I think its helpful because it helps us understand the perilous state of much of the … Continue reading Trump Prayer Warriors and the Politicisation of the American Church

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Africa, Culture, Education, Europe, Liberalism, Podcasts, Politics, Sex and sexuality, Theology, Videos

Quantum 20- Dr Dennis Mugwabe; Brexit; Censorship and Hate Speech; Transgender and the Church; :Abortion; Christmas Carols; Veggie Tales; Tyson Fury

Welcome to this weeks podcast.  This week’s is a cracker!  I say that because it has been so well produced by Peter.  Some is a follow up from last weeks – feel free to catch up here.  Please feel free to encourage others to listen and also if you want to support the work please do so by joining our patron campaign here.    LISTEN HERE … Continue reading Quantum 20- Dr Dennis Mugwabe; Brexit; Censorship and Hate Speech; Transgender and the Church; :Abortion; Christmas Carols; Veggie Tales; Tyson Fury

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Africa, Ethics, Newspaper/Magazine Articles, Politics, Solas

Taxpayers’ money supports industrial scale slaughter of babies in the womb – Scotsman Article

This article was published in The Scotsman yesterday – you can read the original here –  It was also good to see my fellow Solas Trustee, Gordon MacDonald have his article published in the same paper on the same day –  Killing is wrong  Taxpayers’ money supports industrial scale slaughter of babies in the womb Although Theresa May’s recent visit to Africa was more noted … Continue reading Taxpayers’ money supports industrial scale slaughter of babies in the womb – Scotsman Article

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Africa, Culture, Featured, Jesus Christ, USA

A Tale of Two Sermons – The Wedding One and the Funeral One

Remember that Royal Wedding sermon  Right Royal Preaching    Well now we have a new one.   Another African-American preacher has been in the headlines this week because of a sermon given at a great public occasion.  Rev. Jasper W. Williams has found himself in hot water because of his eulogy at the funeral of Aretha Franklin.  Given the reports about it, I thought I would listen to … Continue reading A Tale of Two Sermons – The Wedding One and the Funeral One

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Africa, Asia, Ethics, Justice, Liberalism, Politics

Theresa May’s Worst Move Ever – Dancing on the Graves of Africa’s Children

There are still some things that make my jaw drop – This article (largely unreported in the UK press who were far more concerned about the Prime Minister’ dancing) did so this weekend.   In comparison with this the Prime Minister’s ineptitude on Brexit looks positively benign. What’s the story?   The Telegraph gives us a very positive spin – The UK government is going to give … Continue reading Theresa May’s Worst Move Ever – Dancing on the Graves of Africa’s Children

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Africa, Bible, Equality, Jesus Christ, Justice, Preaching, Sermons, St Peters, Worship

Romans 8 – The Freedom of the Good News; Proverbs 1 – Wisdom for Life (Sinclair Ferguson); Opticians in Burundi and Praise from St Peters

Last Sunday we looked at Romans 8:1-4 – Looking at the subject of real freedom.  This is the real Gospel.  It was wonderful to see and hear people ‘getting’ the Gospel.  Also we rejoiced in news of one young man becoming a Christian. To run and work the law commands, Yet gives me neither feet nor hands; But better news the gospel brings: It bids … Continue reading Romans 8 – The Freedom of the Good News; Proverbs 1 – Wisdom for Life (Sinclair Ferguson); Opticians in Burundi and Praise from St Peters

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Africa, Australia, Ethics, Europe, Media, Sex and sexuality

LED 15 – Scottish Government Trans Madness – Jordan Peterson – The Moral Panic – Expensive Piano Lessons – Walter Magaya – Blame it on Brexit – Jesus and the Jedi in Dundee –

This weeks Light Engaging Darkness.  I apologise for there being none last week – this was due to illness…. The Scottish Government’s Trans Madness  The Scottish government has told teachers they should allow primary pupils who wish to switch gender identity in schools to do so without seeking parents’ consent. So reported The Times yesterday. Just stop and read that sentence again. And think about … Continue reading LED 15 – Scottish Government Trans Madness – Jordan Peterson – The Moral Panic – Expensive Piano Lessons – Walter Magaya – Blame it on Brexit – Jesus and the Jedi in Dundee –

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Africa, Apologetics, Asia, Australia, Calvinism, Evangelism, Islam, The Free Church, Theology

WRF500 – Reformation in Islam; The Reformed and the Roman Catholics; Evangelising Atheists and Neo-Pagans; A Worldwide Church and Vision.

  Luther and Mrs Luther! Friday was an intense day – six full talks – I don’t know how people lasted the pace!Two were outstanding – of which more later – but first of all we kicked off with  yours truly speaking on evangelising atheists and neo-pagans.  From my point of view the talk did not go well…it was too rushed, too long, too broad … Continue reading WRF500 – Reformation in Islam; The Reformed and the Roman Catholics; Evangelising Atheists and Neo-Pagans; A Worldwide Church and Vision.

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Africa, Apologetics, Art, Islam, Music, Sex and sexuality

LED 11 – Las Vegas Shooting – Catalonia – Teddy Taylor – Runrig – Transgender Sperm Frozen – Art for Dogs Sake – Lidl Leaves out the Cross – Africa’s Green Wall – Luther’s Quote

  Light Engaging Darkness no. 11 1) Las Vegas Shooting – As I write America is waking up to the horror of yet another mass killing by a gunman. A 64-year-old Nevada man, Stephen Paddock, killed at least 58 people attending a country music concert in Las Vegas.  Unfortunately there were those who were quick to make judgments and pronouncements. ISIS claimed that Mr. Paddock … Continue reading LED 11 – Las Vegas Shooting – Catalonia – Teddy Taylor – Runrig – Transgender Sperm Frozen – Art for Dogs Sake – Lidl Leaves out the Cross – Africa’s Green Wall – Luther’s Quote

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