The Gift of a Clear Conscience
Christians believe that the cross of Christ stands at the very center of human history—at the heart of God’s plans of redemption and at the core of our existence as a people of God. But what exactly did the cross achieve?
A New Covenant and a New Heart
Have you ever watched a documentary on the opening of the American west in the mid-19th century? It’s all very fascinating and exciting—the story of the gold rush of 1849 and all the rest. But one cannot help but feel a sense of gratitude for the luxuries of the 21st century.
Heeding the Voice of God
What is the right thing to do when you hear a fire alarm? Most of us know the correct answer: you should make your way safely and quickly out of the building by route of the designated exit.
Holding Firm to the End
It’s one thing to start well. It is quite another to finish well. We can all think of figures in the public realm—in politics or the arts or sport—who made an impressive-looking start, only to finish in shame and disaster.
A New Sense of Belonging
Loneliness and isolation seem to be increasing markedly at the present time. In general, as a society, we are more alone than ever – that has been a trend for some years. The more time we spend on devices on social media, the less time we seem to spend with people.