Episode 51 - Neither cold nor hot

In this episode we discuss a few examples of ‘Christian celebrities’ in the news, the ‘Lausanne movement’ and the dangers of the promotion of ‘Christian unity’ at the expense of doctrine. We have a look at the Christian media and the need to apply critical thinking to their output as well as that of mainstream media. We focus in on Premier Christianity and some example articles, showing the need to pursue truth and be discerning so we are not deceived. We finish with suggestions of smaller Christian media outlets, and a reading from Revelation 3:14-22 where Jesus warns against being neither cold nor hot.
Links:
Andrew Bridgen speech
Mark Driscoll at Stronger Men conference
Matt Redman 'Let there be light' video
Nick Franks Lausanne
Heart newspaper
Light for the last days
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Episode 48 - DisPutin?

In this episode we re-visit the controversy surrounding Christian leader Alistair Begg’s recent advice about attending a ‘transgender wedding’, and we take a quick look at another controversy involving Canterbury Cathedral and silent discos. We then spend some time reviewing Tucker Carlson’s now infamous interview with Vladimir Putin. This raised a number of issues including history, NATO expansion, negotiations for settlement, Russian expansionism, the war-mongering of the West, the role of the media and the importance of seeking after truth. We finish with a reading from James 3:13-18 which reminds us to seek God’s wisdom and not the ‘wisdom’ offered by the world.
Links:
Ezra Institute podcast
Tucker interview & transcript
Book ‘How the West brought war to Ukraine’ by Benjamin Abelow 
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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 42 - We don’t need no indoctrination

In this episode we briefly discuss a few topical issues including excess deaths, legal action against Astra Zeneca, pro-Palestine marches and the sad death of baby Indi Gregory. We then focus on the issue of PHSE education (Personal, Social, Health & Economic) in schools. We discuss the ideologies and deceptions it promotes, the dangers it poses to children, the importance of Christian teaching and influence on children, and how we can all have a role in that. We finish with a warning from Jesus in Matthew 18:6.
 
Links:
Dr making false claims on This Morning about AstraZeneca jab
Isabel Vaughan-Spruce has been given a fixed penalty notice by the Thought Police
Indi Gregory
PSHE Association
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Episode 41 - No replacement

In this episode we discuss the unfolding situation following the recent attacks by Hamas on Israel, and why it is important to approach the issue with a Biblical worldview. We talk about the way the conflict has been portrayed in the mainstream media, and the tensions which have arisen within the ‘awake’ arena. We conclude with a focus on the Bible and how God speaks through it to us today, and a reminder from the beginning of Romans that both the gospel and God’s judgment are first for the Jew and then for the Gentile, with salvation only through faith in Jesus.
Links:
YouTube: Mary's Song: Lambda Bible Studies with Helen
Podcast: About Abortion with Dave Brennan: Israel's 9/11 and Britain's Holocaust
YouTube: Message for our Time: Christian take note - Israel's future is yours!
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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 34 - Are you OK? Summer is here...

In this week's episode we have a look at some interesting things that have come to light in recent news, including weather warnings, lockdowns don't work (no surprise there), WHO Global Digital Health Certificates, 'BBC Verify' and Universal Basic Income trials. We also have a think about 'Pride month' and its increasing grip on society. We finish with a bit of reflection on Psalm 40:1-5 with a reminder to look to God and all his wonders.
Links
IEA report on lockdowns
WHO Global Digital Health Certificate
BBC verify
UBI trial
Smartphone camera & microphone usage
Order Nick Franks book - The Glorious Few
Psalm 40:1-5
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Episode 33 - Affirm my pronouns

In this episode we discuss the case of a teacher banned from the profession for 'misgendering' a pupil, and the extent of the gender ideology, sexually explicit material and 'woke morality' being 'taught' in schools and the harm to children it is causing. We also revisit the issue of 'excess deaths' which continue to be a significant reality here and across many western countries, yet barely mentioned by the mainstream media. Finally, we highlight our recent interview with Nick Franks and read a very relevant piece from his challenging new book 'The Glorious Few'.
Links:
Joshua Sutcliffe: Professional conduct panel outcome
Nick Franks interview
Buy: The Glorious Few
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Episode 31 - Truth & love

In this episode we revisit the case of 'dissident' MP Andrew Bridgen who continues to ask legitimate questions around the safety of mRNA vaccines. We also look at a few issues which came out of our interview with Rev Jamie Franklin (Episode 30), including the new Church of England report on family life 'Love Matters' and the GAFCON statement from their recent summit in Kigali. In all these issues truth and love go hand in hand.
Links:
John Campbell's interview with Andrew Bridgen (for which he received a strike on YouTube)
Love Matters report
GAFCON statement
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