Questions

What is ‘the mark of the beast’?

Revelation 13:11-18

That’s right, we’re gunna ask ‘that question.

The ‘mark of the beast’ is a divisive issue amongst Christians. Half of us never think about it, and, if we are quite honest, don’t have the foggiest what it means. The other half think obsessively about it, always on the lookout.

Is it ever ok to break the law?

Acts 4:15-22

In the town of Whickham, Gateshead, there is a 20mph zone. There are a few schools in the areas, including one I attended, so it makes sense to make sure cars slow right the way down. However, this speed limit is not just outside the schools. It covers the whole darn town. The…

Your words matter

James 3:5-12

On 6th January 2021, I spent much of the night binging BBC News. I was watching a horror movie. It starred hordes of strangely clothed rioters breaking into the US Capitol building, which houses the House of Representatives and the Senate.

Why does Zoom kinda suck?

Gen 1:31 and 1 Tim 4:4

The Bible was not composed on Google Docs. It comes from a different time, and it certainly never mentions the internet. We can’t be sure if Jesus would have used Safari or Chrome, whether he would live-streamed his sermons on Instagram or Youtube.

Why should Christians oppose antisemitism?

When I was growing up, antisemitism was a big thing. Jewish people were the butt of every schoolyard joke. The word ‘Jew’ was used as an insult, describing stereotypes and ideas that don’t deserve the light of day. Everyone just accepted it.

Why do I need other people?

Let’s be honest, people can be very sucky. They can be loud, they can be interfering, and they get in the way of watching Netflix.

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