BIBLE READING: Genesis 1:1-23 TEXT: In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters (Genesis 1:1-2). One of the big problems that many young people face is when they are told something is what ‘Christianity’ teaches – when it … Continue reading A.S.K 7 – The Big Bang
This is the video of the Unbelievable show with Justin Brierley and Hannah Timson I found this a fascinating conversation – the comments below are generally just depressing – the vitriol and abuse is at least proof of human depravity! Seeing the children asking the questions is superb….I also found it really moving that yesterday I got a lovely letter from a young person who … Continue reading Unbelievable – Young People A.S.K- the Video
It was good to return to the Unbelievable show this Saturday…. https://www.premierchristianradio.com/Shows/Saturday/Unbelievable/Episodes/Unbelievable-Youth-special-Kids-ask-questions-about-God-David-Robertson-and-Hannah-Timson-respond I greatly enjoyed discussing with Hannah Timpson…..as always the feedback on social media and the internet has been interesting….! (Go to the Premier Link to see some of the comments). The whole discussion came about because of A.S.K – it seems that there really is a demand for these kind of discussions and … Continue reading Unbelievable – Youth Questions with Hannah Timson
BIBLE READING: Mark 3:20-35 TEXT: Truly I tell you, people can be forgiven all their sins and every slander they utter, but whoever blasphemes against the Holy Spirit will never be forgiven; they are guilty of an eternal sin (Mark 3:28-29). This is a really tough and scary question. I know how you feel. Many years ago I was hitchhiking through Europe as a … Continue reading A.S.K 6 – Blasphemy Against the Holy Spirit
This months EN Article. Renewing Youth I was 16 years old. A new convert. Enthused and encouraged in my new found faith. I loved reading the Bible, until one day I was given a book with a title along the lines of ‘101 problems in the Bible – resolved’. I actually didn’t have any problems with the Bible – but after I read the book … Continue reading Renewing Youth – EN July
As we continue with the torment of packing up and unpicking 27 years in the one house, serving the one Church, it’s interesting that I have been asked to do several interviews over the past few day. One of which was with CFP – part one was a short interview about A.S.K and the other is this one – reflecting on the Church in Scotland and … Continue reading CFP Interview Part 2 – The Church in Scotland and Australia
TEXT: Many have undertaken to draw up an account of the things that have been fulfilled among us, just as they were handed down to us by those who from the first were eyewitnesses and servants of the word. With this in mind, since I myself have carefully investigated everything from the beginning, I too decided to write an orderly account for you, most excellent … Continue reading A.S.K – 5 – – Harry Potter
This is a short interview I did with CFP about A.S.K. It’s encouraging to hear how people are using the book. This week a father told me he reads a chapter every week with his teenage son – and they discuss it together. What a great way to use the book! In Conversation with Andy Bannister – A.S.K and Australia Continue reading Asking about A.S.K – CFP Interview
This weeks question from A.S.K People will often cite the Bible as their authority for a saying … when the Bible says nothing of the sort. For example if your mother ever says to you; ‘the Bible says,cleanliness is next to godliness’ as she urges you to make your bed, then you can politely and graciously tell her that whilst you agree making your bed … Continue reading A.S.K 4 – Helping God
My last ‘ In the Market’ from Scotland. Thankfully Janet intends to continue my monthly appearance from Australia….This week we discussed A.S.K… You can get the show here – or by clicking the link below: https://www.moodyradio.org/programs/in-the-market-with-janet-parshall/2019/06/6.17.2019-recognizing-abuse–big-questions-bigger-answers/ In the Market with Janet Parshall – The Collapse of Western Civilisation Continue reading In the Market – With Janet Parshall – A.S.K
