You should read these

Seven articles that might be worth you bookmarking, reading & thinking about

1. Mob attacks churches in eastern Pakistan after blasphemy claim. Pray for the church in Pakistan.
2. The death of church and pub
3. Medieval Christians’ Most Burning Questions Answered: “Why do we say ‘Amen’ to end a prayer?”
4. How Were the Books of the Bible “Chosen”?
5. I think this incredible sidewalk garden is marvellous and a brilliant example of being a good neighbour.
6. A reading guide for grownups who don’t read
7. Most Impressive Castles in France and they are impressive!

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You should look at this

No swimming!

Exceptional Winners of the 2023 Nature in Focus Photography Awards

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You should listen to this

I can’t believe I haven’t discovered this album before.

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You should watch this

Incredible!!

HT: Kottke

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Reading Colossians Remixed

I have now finished the book, believe it or not. Final essay coming soon!

• Read with me: Colossians Re:mixed
• Placing ourselves
• Hearing with Old Testament ears
• Do we live under an empire?
• Growing in the Empire’s shadow
• Dealing with postmodernism
• The subversive ethics of the kingdom

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From the archives

“Here’s a test: note how many days it is before the first member of your church says, “I really miss communion”. The longer the gap, the poorer the state of the sacraments in your church.” – What will we do with the bread & wine?