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If Adam had not fallen. Part 3

If Adam had not fallen Part 3: I am not just wallowing on the ground; I want to get up I am not as I could be. I am not as I should be. Of course, I am a conventionally good person. Some might pick out particular strong points and describe me as exceptionally kindContinue reading “If Adam had not fallen. Part 3”

I am not just wallowing on the ground; I want to get up

I am not just wallowing on the ground; I want to get up Sometimes, it can take years to wake up. Then one day, you open your eyes and you can see. With dazzling clarity, you are face to face with the truth that has eluded you for so long. As though your mind isContinue reading “I am not just wallowing on the ground; I want to get up”

If Adam had not fallen. Part 2

If Adam had not fallen Part 2: We have fallen further than we think I am not as I could be. I am not as I should be. I am painfully aware that I could be so much better than I am. Therefore, I want to strive to become better. This is a key dynamicContinue reading “If Adam had not fallen. Part 2”

We have fallen further than we think

We have fallen further than we think Some people complain that religious people are obsessed with sin: it’s all so negative and dreary, but I say that our concern with sin is the most hopeful, dynamically beneficial thing we can do. As I recognise the gap between where I am and where I could be,Continue reading “We have fallen further than we think”

Genesis is still true

Genesis is still true When I say, “I believe Genesis is true” people scoff because they think I must mean the creation story in chapters 1 and 2, but it is chapter 3 where the axe still falls and cuts us to the quick. I stand in Adam’s shoes – and so do you, unlessContinue reading “Genesis is still true”

If Adam had not fallen. Part 1

If Adam had not fallen (A theological reflection, coming in 5 parts) Part 1: Genesis is still true It sounds arcane, but this question, so crucial to Christian thinkers from Augustine to Calvin and beyond, but now regarded by secular thinkers as irrelevant, is, in fact, still central to understanding what it is like toContinue reading “If Adam had not fallen. Part 1”

The Path

The Path Philosophical reflections following a lovely September walk along the Hogsmill river Why is it so enticing? To see the path stretching out ahead of you? The freedom is wonderful – especially when it’s a path you’ve never trodden before. What will be around the next corner? The wonder is much enhanced when theContinue reading “The Path”

In praise of God

In praise of God All praise to you, my Lord, my God. By your great mercies, you have redeemed me. When I was powerless, when I was incapable of doing anything to remedy my errors and my defects, you set me free. Not for any promises I might make of future faithfulness, but purelyContinue reading “In praise of God”

The importance of being a miserable sinner! Part 5

The importance of being a miserable sinner! Part 5: Positive change for those who know they are sinners Thus, there seems to be a fundamental discord between the Christian view and some modern secular views of life. The Christian considers that life is about living up to a standard, while modern ideologies insist on completeContinue reading “The importance of being a miserable sinner! Part 5”

Grow towards the light

Grow towards the light Come to the light; don’t hide in the shadows. Yes, the light will show up your blemishes, but you will also see clearly, and be less likely to stumble. You will see others and allow them to see you, so that you can truly recognise each other and learn from eachContinue reading “Grow towards the light”