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‘‘“Down and out” describes the direction of travel for God’s love, but it’s also a good description of it’s typical recipient.’’

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I have great respect for the work of Christians Against Poverty (CAP), and this video illustrates the impact of supporting people through the challenge of debt: www.youtube.com/watch?v=hE3d...

If you DON'T believe in Church you NEED to see this! | Nicole's story

YouTube video by Christians Against Poverty

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‘The kingdom of God he proclaimed and inaugurated was a radically new and different social organisation, whose values and standards challenged those of the old and fallen community.’

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https://thirtyoneeight.org/about-us/who-we-are/

In light of far-too-many safeguarding scandals in UK Churches, a reminder that excellent support is provided through this organisation. (And, yes that includes my personal interaction with them.) thirtyoneeight.org/about-us/who...

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I’m looking forward to Andy Burnham’s next appearance at PMQs wearing a duffle coat. That show her!

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Jesus Christ has received an eternal sovereignty, given by the Father. The early Church recognised this. This incident introduces a series where the Christians bring that sovereignty into courtrooms across the Roman Empire. www.biblenotes.org.uk/new-testament/Acts/16/

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‘ … most people you meet are the same, middle-of-road, mixed-up bag of fallen and corrupted glory that you are.’ Wisdom for 'ordinary people,' like you & me. <Hall of Mirrors>

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Buy a square book! ‘Whilst it may stand on your bookshelf badly, it will sit flat on your lap quite gladly!’ And the contents are excellent too! Thanks Stef Liston!

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Musical tribute to the late John Lodge (Moody Blues). The live version of Isn’t Life Strange with a full orchestra is especially good! www.youtube.com/watch?v=7B1p...

JOHN LODGE - 3 Song Tribute - Songs written by John + best live video

YouTube video by Sonny's Oldies

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Les Howard @leshoward.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

And no mention of marmalade sandwiches?

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It is now more than 4 years since I passed on the baton at vatadvice.org If you are involved in a UK Charity or NFP or small business, do keep these details to hand! Keep on keeping on! vatadvice.org/about-us/

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Les Howard @leshoward.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Have mercy on those who doubt Save others by snatching them out of the fire To others show mercy with fear, hating even the garment stained by the flesh (Jude 22-23) It’s all mercy!

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Les Howard @leshoward.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

‘All generations since have felt that the judged was the Judge. The men were really standing before the bar of Christ, and all appear in a terrible distinctness revealed by the light of the world.’ www.biblenotes.org.uk/new-testamen...

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Les Howard @leshoward.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Not the most obvious Rolling Stones song to be covered; but great job from Blackberry Smoke. Can’t You Hear Me Knocking #SetTheVolumeToStun www.youtube.com/watch?v=dr2R...

Blackberry Smoke - Can't You Hear Me Knocking (Official Audio)

YouTube video by Blackberry Smoke

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Les Howard @leshoward.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

‘The sacred harp That David played to make his songs of praise We long to hear those strings That set his heart ablaze’ Paul Simon Seven Psalms STUNNING www.youtube.com/watch?v=BC0t...

Paul Simon - The Lord From the album Paul Simon - Seven Psalms (2023) Words and Music by Paul Simon I've been thinking about the great migration Noon and night they leave the flock And I imagine…

Paul Simon - The Lord

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Les Howard @leshoward.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

‘‘Like a merciful ruler forgiving an enormous debt, like a father restoring a wretched son, like a Good Samaritan rescuing a dying man, Jesus is full of gut-wrenching love - “compassion.”’

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Les Howard @leshoward.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

For the Corinthians, where the wealthy took advantage of the poor, it was important to remember that all were included. To ‘discern the body’ was not to exclude some, but to include. www.biblenotes.org.uk/new-testamen...

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Since love is patient, hurry is not helpful! www.biblenotes.org.uk/new-testamen...

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And why not!? Popcorn Theology is worth a listen: popcorn-theology-merch.creator-spring.com

https://popcorn-theology-merch.creator-spring.com/

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africa.thegospelcoalition.org

On Lament: ‘So lament isn’t always a faithless or disrespectful act. It can instead be an expression of both passionate disappointment in our circumstances and our confidence in God’s unquenchable love.’ africa.thegospelcoalition.org/article/how-...

How to Have Faith in Christ Amid Crisis

Africans are no strangers to cruel poverty, failing economies and rampant corruption. So crisis is common, but it's an opportunity for faith

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A traveller to the Middle East noted that sheep, whilst grazing, glanced up at their shepherd to see that he was still nearby. (mentioned in John R Macduff, The Words of Jesus)

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‘A parable, however, a story. A metaphor, an indirect approach can conceal ‘the cunning of the serpent within the innocence of a dove.’’

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Tim Keller on honour for parents: ‘A decision to treat your parents with dignity and courtesy and to provide long-term loyalty to their best interests.’

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Les Howard @leshoward.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Studying the ‘villains’ of scripture is powerful & often uncomfortable.

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Ed Davey is a thoroughly decent man. It will be hard for the Lib Dems to find another similar.

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Les Howard @leshoward.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

‘love is as strong as death,’ as the scripture says. This book well illustrates this truth, strangely based around a French railway line!

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Les Howard @leshoward.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

‘Jesus spent lots of time fighting for the de-formalisation and de-ritualisation of prayer, but then gave his disciples a prayer which was open to the danger of becoming a gathering point for empty religion.’

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Some autumn blossom on my walk into #StIves #Cambs today.

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My friend Jonathan is a graphic artist. Enjoy his work here: rstormcheetah.wixsite.com/cheetahartwo...

Home | Cheetah Artworks

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“The Son of Man came not to be served but to serve” So says the Bible (Mark 10.45). Where a leader seeks position & prestige, the result will be rebellion & conflict. Where a leader seeks to serve, the result will be stability & growth.

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‘In the book of Proverbs, the rich are often considered evil. Why? Because the underlying assumption of limited good is that they have become rich at the expense of others. ‘

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Strong Churches Speak the Language of Lament

‘My heart longed for the minor-key tune of lament—a song for when you’re living between the poles of a hard life and trust in God’s sovereign care.’ www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/strong-churches-lanuage-lament/

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Is your church fluent in the language of lament? If not, you all are missing out.

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I always respect Dan’s analysis and the Manchester City saga is no exception.

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I have updated my review of this important book. Christian discipleship develops (or should develop) godly character; and this book helps us to understand that. blog.biblenotes.org.uk/book-review-...

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Holt Island bridge #StIves #Cambs in the sunshine.

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Today’s prayer: …. for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. (1 Timothy 2.2)

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Jacob comments that, if his flocks were to be driven hard, they would die. Such is the heart of the Good Shepherd. Sheep with young and young sheep, especially, need care and patience. Our Good Shepherd is such as this. www.biblenotes.org.uk/old-testamen...

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The Greek word TETELESTAI, ‘it is finished’ was found printed on a prisoner’s cell when the debt had been paid in full. (Let the reader understand!)

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You don't often read this: 'This is testament to No.10's frankly astonishing degree of political competence.' ! For most of us, the change in the triple lock will not be nearly so severe as some would have us believe.

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‘Catch us the little foxes.’ That little phrase, found in the Song of Solomon, that has deep meaning for us: blog.biblenotes.org.uk/little-foxes/

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Les Howard @leshoward.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Striking suspension bridge over the River Thames at Marlow, Bucks.

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Church Leadership transition is so important. Never perfect, of course, but too often neglected! Here is a great video from the wider family of Churches to which we belong. Newfrontiers. Disciple Nations. www.youtube.com/watch?v=iEiM...