Hopes and Dreams
At 11:29am on 30th July 2013 I became a father for the second time as Thomas Douglas Hambleton entered the world. Just like last time, labour was a bittersweet experience. … Continue reading
Captain Ahab
“He waits. That’s what he does. And I tell you what: tick followed tock followed tick followed tock followed tick.” It feels like the long wait is finally over. The … Continue reading
The Divine Paradox
“The Church cannot be either conservative or liberal, or revolutionary. Conservatism is too often conservation of the wrong things: liberalism a relaxation of discipline; revolution a denial of the permanent … Continue reading
It’s a Wonderful Life
It’s happened on each of the last three Sundays. I shouldn’t be surprised – it tends to happen a lot at this time of year. Students come up to me … Continue reading
Post hoc, ergo propter hoc
This week I learned a new Latin phrase. Post hoc, ergo propter hoc. I either learned it by a) brushing up on my already burgeoning Latin skills or by b) … Continue reading
The Maasai Warrior
“If Jesus Christ be God and died for me, then no sacrifice can be too great for me to make for Him.” – C.T. Studd There are some verses in … Continue reading
Rehabilitation of ex-offenders
I was watching BBC News 24 yesterday evening and a report about the prison payment-by-results schemes came on. The pilot was launched in Doncaster and Peterborough prisons six months ago, … Continue reading
The Letter
My precious child, I’ve been meaning to get in touch with you for a while. You see, there are just so many things I want to share with you. You … Continue reading
Lest we forget
“Miracles happen every day. Change your perception of what a miracle is and you’ll see them all around you.” Jon Bon Jovi It happens just the same every night. After … Continue reading
Good Cop, Bad Cop
“Do not despise the Lord’s discipline and do not resent his rebuke, because the Lord disciplines those he loves, as a father the son he delights in.” Proverbs 3:11-12 … Continue reading
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