In the upcoming General Election in the United Kingdom, the question of Christian participation arises. The author firmly advocates abstaining from voting, citing the world's imminent judgment by the Lord. Both potential Prime Ministers are deemed unsuitable from a Christian perspective, leading to the conclusion that politics is incompatible with a faithful Christian life.
“But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost: In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.” 2 Corinthians 4:3-4 Let me ask… Continue reading The Urgent Need for Local Evangelism
John Rogers, an English clergyman and Bible translator, played a key role in publishing the Matthew Bible during King Henry VIII's reign. After being arrested and imprisoned for spreading the English Bible, he was sentenced to death for his Protestant beliefs. Even faced with a pardon, Rogers chose martyrdom, becoming the first to be executed during Queen Mary I's reign in 1555.
The First World War facilitated significant advancements in women’s rights, particularly the right to vote. By 1918, women over 30 were given the vote, and this age limit was extended to all women over 21 in 1928. Various groups played key roles in this movement, with different approaches to activism. While some resorted to violence, others focused on social reform. The suffrage movement faced opposition, and even today, the matter of women in leadership roles continues to be a topic of debate.
“If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.” 2 Chronicles 7:14 Repentance is a doctrine that some preachers dread to preach on, and… Continue reading What think ye of Repentance?
We are a walking battleground. Daily we fight against the attack of sin and all the evil devices of the devil. God has not just left us alone and unarmed to fight the spiritual battles of life. God has given us the Word of Truth that defends against falsehoods. The Holy Bible is also called… Continue reading You Are Not Your Own
The passage emphasizes the divide between the values of the world and those of God, highlighting the role of believers as beacons of truth. It urges living a life that reflects spiritual truths, without complaint or dispute, to shine as lights in a morally skewed world. It emphasizes self-reflection and the impact of one's witness.
Nathan A. Hughes 