Category Archives: Christ’s Sacrifice

9/11 The Flag V The Cross

Posted on 11 September 2011 by Islwyn

“It was shattering to admit that we had lost the theological means to distinguish between the United States and the kingdom of God. The criminals who perpetrated 9/11 and the flag-waving boosters of our almost exclusively martial response were of … Continue reading →

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Our God Is A Forgiving God -Psalm 130

Posted on 13 May 2011 by Islwyn

There are three reasons that bring me to Psalm 130. First, it is a beautiful Psalm. Secondly, it fits in so well with this week’s Sabbath Study. And a third reason is an Internet link asking the question: “How Did saints … Continue reading →

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The Son Of King David Exists – He Is The Messiah!

Posted on 22 April 2011 by Islwyn

For Lent, the BBC dished up for us an anti-Christian fest in ‘The Bible’s Buried Secrets’. To wet our appetite in anticipation of Easter the three programmes questioned ‘Did King David’s Empire Exist?’, ‘Did God Have A Wife?‘ suggesting he did, … Continue reading →

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‘The Importance Of The Cross’ by Phillip Yancey

Posted on 8 April 2011 by Islwyn

What is the importance of The Cross to the Christian faith? Phillip Yancey shares his thoughts.

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‘The Reason Why’ by Mark Mittelberg

Posted on 5 April 2011 by Islwyn

‘The Reason Why‘ strikes a cord with a previous post. The Publisher’s Description: “Everyone wants to believe in something beyond or someone bigger than themselves, but nobody wants to be duped. In order to provide answers to people who are seeking … Continue reading →

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Shelly’s Dirge or Pippa’s Song?

Posted on 30 March 2011 by Islwyn

We pick up the story in Luke 24:18-24. The two sad-faced friends were walking away from Jerusalem, commiserating with each other in their grief. On the way a stranger joined them. His identity remained anonymous. His inquiries suggested that He … Continue reading →

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‘The Mind Of Christ’ by Ben Witherington

Posted on 29 March 2011 by Islwyn

Jesus once asked his disciples, “Who do people say the Son of Man is?” (Matthew 16:13-16). We still struggle with that question today with all its implications. For his disciples he was “the Christ the Son of the living God.” … Continue reading →

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The Fukushima Fifty & The Cross Of Christ

Posted on 23 March 2011 by Islwyn

Did you read about the bravery and courageof “The Fukushima Fifty” following the devastating tsunami that hit Japan on the 10th March? Although they were given the name ‘The Fukushima Fifty’ there is said to have been between 100-200 engineers working around … Continue reading →

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