Letter from the Manse (152)
Thought provoking, biblical, often topical but always worth a read!
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A Visit to the Mosque
Recently I spent a happy weekend with my friend Philip and his family. On the Saturday I preached three times at a conference for pastors and other church leaders. Sunday afternoon, Philip and I went to the mosque together...
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A View from the Piano
Most people have probably never thought about what it’s like to be an accompanist – to play the piano or another instrument whilst we sing to God. That’s because most of us don’t have to do it. But even those of us who do play don’t always think carefully about...
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To drink or not to drink?
To drink or not to drink: that is the question. Over the years, I have been asked many times to give my advice on the subject of alcohol. May a Christian drink “in moderation” or should we abstain completely? I was asked the question again a few days ago. I...
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Obsessed with sport?
An estimated 30 million across the UK watched England play Germany. World Cup football, Wimbledon tennis... you can’t get away from sport at the moment. Sport is one of our national idols. As a Christian, how should I react to this idolatry?
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Obeying God rather than men
It’s often hard to be sure when the commands of men do contradict the commands of God. Life isn’t simple. I hope that we can agree at least on some big principles. Here are four.
