I would guess most people who read this blog live in countries that have been conquered and perhaps colonised at some point in their history. From the times of human migrations out of Africa millennia ago, populations have moved, fought for land, and expanded their territory in response to climate, threat and need. For example, […]
We all like a bargain, but some bargains cost more than you’d think. That’s why some people are turning their back on clothes bargains. No new clothes in 2023 Kate Hulett is an artist, photographer and small business owner – she has a shop selling homewares, fashion accessories, books and stationery. She loves clothes, but […]
We can only begin to understand the Hamas-Israeli war by understanding the long history behind it.
If ever there was a case of dishonest and ungodly Bible interpretation, the curse of Ham is surely it!
Find out which chocolate brands and distributors have the most ethical supply chains.
Inequality of income and opportunity is the cause of many evils in the world, yet we western Christians find it hard to avoid it. What should we do?
My previous post (Is God woke?) led to me being asked some questions about First Nations people in Australia, and whether they deserve any special consideration by Government or white people generally. I think we can only understand, and respond to, the present situation if we have considered the history of First Nations peoples and […]
I used to be a decent, conservative boy. But in my old age, it seems I have been radicalised. I think you can blame Jesus for that. When you’re young you accept what you’re told (sometimes) Growing up in postwar Australia, the world seemed pretty secure and mum and dad taught us what was right. […]
Some christians are accusing others of being socialists, as if that’s bad. But is it? Are Jesus’ teachings socialist?
Monthly challenge May challenge: 4 men facing death sentence Amnesty International reports: “Four journalists in Yemen have been sentenced to death on trumped up charges following grossly unfair trials. The absurd charges against Akram, Abdelkhaleq, Hareth and Tawfiq include “creating several websites on the internet and social media.” They have been detained, alongside six other […]