Prime Minister John Howard has been receiving some flack (expectedly) from the left, the multicultural lobby, and the forces of PC, over some rather sensible…
In the March 29 Melbourne Age there appeared an article by Peter Singer entitled “Why we should ignore the Catholic Church on stem cells”. In…
Constable, 2023. We must counter the rising tide of ugly antisemitism: That anti-Jewish and anti-Israel sentiment is now reaching fever pitch is clear. It is…
Roger Scruton on regaining his religion: I am sometimes known for offering somewhat strange titles to my articles, and today’s piece is no exception it…
Important reading on a crucial topic: As I speak of what to read on Israel, I am here only referring to the modern state of…
On getting along with other people: In a fallen world where sin and self reign supreme, the fact that we can get along with others…
A very brief intro to a major topic: Like most issues in theology and philosophy, this can be a quite complex topic. I do not…
More insights into this important biblical theme: All three of the items featured in my title I have discussed before. The idea of common grace…
When Christian ministries shift from their original calling: We all know of groups, organisations, parachurch groups, and even churches that started out explicitly and unashamedly…
Faith and secret sins: As I was walking the dog this morning I was thinking about other believers – as well as myself. We all…
Be careful that Scripture does not become so familiar that it loses its punch: The old saying “familiarity breeds contempt” has some real truth to…
We all suffer, but how we respond is crucial: As so often happens to me, several things will coalesce at the same time, and –…
The spiritual journey of Naomi Wolf: If you are not into reading and want immediate answers, let me say this: Had I asked, ‘Is Naomi…
We can learn and benefit from others because of God’s common grace: While not popular in some quarters, I am a firm believer in the…
The need for informed and discerning love: We all know about how the world thinks of love: it is often lust, or sappy sentimentalism, or…
Two powerful examples of how folks can make a real difference in a life: It is quite remarkable just how much of an influence and…
Lotta tears and death of late: When you are young you likely do not think very much about death and dying. But when you get…
An international “sorry day” is needed for what we endured over the past few years: Most of us are thankful that something like aspirin exists…
We need God – and others – more than we can imagine: Most folks want to be independent, not needing anyone else. They want to…
We will be troubled at times – as was our Lord: If you happen to read through chapters 11-14 of John’s gospel in one sitting,…