Episode 62 - Stop being nice, start being good

In this episode we discuss the farmers' protest in London following the government's decision to introduce inheritance tax for farmers in the recent budget, now known as the 'family farm tax'. We consider the devastating impact this will have, why it matters and how it is part of a bigger picture which is important to recognise. We finish with a timely challenge from Morgoth suggesting we (including farmers) need to be good men rather than nice guys, and a sobering but encouraging reading from Habbakuk 3:17-18.
Links:
Helen’s article in TCW
Episode 49: No farming, no food, no future 
Morgoth's essay: The problem with nice guys
RFK video on Blackrock
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Episode 50 - A contrary gospel

In this episode we consider the Church of England’s drive to net-zero and increasing ‘climate alarmism’ in the church, the Archbishop of Canterbury’s message to mark the start of Ramadan, the government’s new definition of ‘extremism’ and the Church Commisioners’ efforts to ‘repair the damage caused by the legacy of African chattel enslavement’. We end with some thoughts on the recent announcement from the Princess of Wales, and encouragements from Psalm 62 and Micah 6:8.
Links:
CofE Healing, Repair and Justice report (see section 32)
Sonia Elijah article
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Episode 49 - No farming, no food, no future

In this episode we consider the recent farmer protests across Europe, driven by desperation primarily over policies related to the ‘green agenda’ and the drive to ‘net-zero’, with a uniting protest theme of ‘No farmers, No food, No future.’ We look at the unrest in Wales over the proposed new ‘Sustainable Farming Scheme’, and get a glimpse of the green agenda ideology through the ‘C40 cities’ global network. We discuss the pushback including the ‘CO2 Coalition’ and the ’No to net-zero’ campaign. We finish with a call to consider these issues from a Christian perspective, with a focus on Genesis 1:24-28 and Psalm 104.
Links:
Episode 29
JP podcasts with Eva Vlaardingerbroek number 416
JP podcasts with Eva Vlaardingerbroek number 340
Brownstone Institute article
C40 cities
CO2 coalition
Nick and Mairi Franks Into the Pray podcast
No to Net Zero
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Episode 45 - A year in review

In this final episode of 2023, we have a review of the year and some of the topics we have covered and people we have interviewed. Topics include veganuary, abortion, standing up for truth, biblical orthodoxy, gender ideology, one-world government and replacement theology. We have included links below to the excellent people we have interviewed: Dave Brennan (Brephos), Jamie Franklin (Irreverend), Nick Franks (The Glorious Few), Luke Avery (Lambda Bible Studies) and Professor Norman Fenton. We finish with Romans 12:1-2 as an encouragement to one another for the new year ahead.
Links: 
Dave Brennan, About Abortion
Aaron Edwards on Simon G pod
The Methodist inclusive language guide
Irreverend
Nick Franks
Glawdys Leger
Lambda Bible Studies
Norman Fenton
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Episode 44 - Taking a stand

In this episode we discuss the official UK Covid Inquiry, and contrast it with Andrew Bridgen’s impressive effort to convene an expert testimony panel. We consider the ongoing issue of excess deaths and why this is not being investigated with urgency. We look at the cost of taking a stand and speaking out for truth, and the dangers of staying silent. We finish with a mention of the ongoing situation in Israel and Gaza, and the COP 28 deliberations which included statements from the Archbishop of Canterbury and King Charles. Finally, a reminder from Psalm 24 that the earth is the Lord’s and everything in it!  
Links:
Robert Malone Substack article - Testimony in UK Parliament: Show us the data!
Sonia Elijah article - World Leading Experts Testify at UK's Parliamentary Office
Jordan Peterson - Anti-Semitism and the PostModern MetaMarxists
Aaron Edwards - Theologian launches legal action after unfair dismissal from lecturing role
Bernard Randall launches legal action against headteacher
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Episode 38 - Who is pulling the strings?

In this episode we look at a few issues in the news including the possibility of a covid resurgence and return to masks, Christian Climate Action urging charities to boycott Barclays Bank, and a new network of scientists resisting the climate crisis narrative: The World Climate Declaration. We discuss the importance of being ready to answer difficult questions as Christians, in the light of singer Lauren Daigle’s failure to do so, and we review Jonathan Pageau’s very helpful explanation of the notion of conspiracy theories. We finish with some thoughts on the war in Ukraine, understanding the complexity of the situation and the role the West has played in fuelling the conflict instead of seeking peace. Our Bible passage 1 John 5:18-20 leaves us with a warning and an encouragement!
 
Links:
The Mask
EvntPage ticketing
Lauren Daigle article
Tucker Carlson interview
World Climate Declaration
Jonathan Pageau podcast
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Episode 37 - Hot Hot Hot!!!

In this episode we consider the issue of climate change, in the light of the fires in Rhodes. We also look at the technology surrounding electric cars, surveillance and Artificial Intelligence, and the dangers posed to privacy, freedom and way of life. We end with a warning to wake up and take God more seriously, and to take encouragement from the life of Jesus and his final words in Revelation.
Links:
'So Convenient' by Bob Moran
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Episode 36 - Thoughtcrime and other misdemeanours

In this episode we discuss a few topics which have been in the news. We look at people who have being ‘cancelled’ for expressing political or Christian views and for challenging prevailing ideologies. We talk about climate obsession in the Church and the on-going agenda in the media against meat-eating. We end with discussion on efforts to restrict or ban prayer which mean we are not only losing freedom of speech but even freedom of thought. Our closing scripture is 1 John 4:5-6 which reminds us how to know the Spirit of truth and the spirit of error. 
Links:
Brephos
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Episode 24 - Veganuary

In this episode we look at the rapidly growing ‘Veganuary’ campaign and its links to the climate crisis narrative. We explore issues of nutrition, environment and agriculture, and what the Bible has to say. We begin the podcast with a brief update on the evolving situation around vaccine harms and excess deaths.
Links
Dr Aseem Malhotra BBC interview
Andrew Bridgen statement
Dr John Campbell & Neil Oliver interview
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Episode 23 - A year in review...

In this episode we have a look back over the significant events and hot topics of 2022. We also mention a few heroes of the year who have made a stand for truth, called those in power to account, been willing to pay the price for speaking out and have taken the narrow and difficult path. As we look forward to 2023 we draw wisdom from Ephesians 6 which tells us how to stand firm in our faith, and we wish you all a Happy New Year!
Note: We said war in Ukraine started Thu 20 Feb, we meant Thu 24 Feb.
Links
Messages for our time
Nicholas Franks
Dr John Campbell
Bob Moran
Neil Oliver
Maajid Nawaz
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Episode 21 - Climate meltdown?

In this episode we look at the issue of the ‘climate emergency’ and the recent COP 27 conference, including a review of ’The 10 Principles for Climate Repentance'. What questions should we be asking and how should the church be responding? 
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The Ten Principles for Climate Repentance
COP 27 agreement
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