The Book of 2 Samuel
The people of Israel were discontented and demanded a king like other nations. Despite warnings, they persisted, and eventually, God instructed Samuel to grant their request. Their first king, Saul, started well as both a leader and a soldier. However, his character flaws soon became evident, leading to his downfall. After his army was defeated in battle, Saul took his own life, marking a tragic end to his reign.
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12.3.2025 22:56The Book of 2 SamuelThe people of Israel were discontented and demanded a king like other nations. Despite warnings, they persisted, and...The Book of 1 Samuel
At the end of the book of Judges, the people of Israel were caught in a cycle of victory and failure, needing a long-term solution. As the book of 1 Samuel begins, a meaningful change takes place. God surprised the people by choosing an unlikely figure to lead them. He granted a childless woman a son, Samuel, who grew up to be a renowned priest and prophet.
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11.3.2025 18:39The Book of 1 SamuelAt the end of the book of Judges, the people of Israel were caught in a cycle of victory and failure, needing a...The Book of Judges
The book of Judges follows Joshua’s final address, where he reminds the people to remain faithful to God, love him, and serve him. His message is relevant today, as Christians are encouraged to stay close to God and follow his will. In the turbine hall of Tate Modern (it used to be a power station) they have large art installations. Years ago, there was a huge sun at one end of this vast room with a ceiling full of mirrors.
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10.3.2025 21:11The Book of JudgesThe book of Judges follows Joshua’s final address, where he reminds the people to remain faithful to God, love him, and...The Book of Joshua
The book of Joshua follows the events of the book of Numbers, where God’s covenant people had reached the border of the Promised Land. It narrates their conquest of the land, raising ethical questions about war, though these are beyond the scope of this overview. Under Joshua’s leadership, the Israelites prepared to cross the Jordan River. However, the land was already inhabited, and its people were not willing to surrender it.
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9.3.2025 16:49The Book of JoshuaThe book of Joshua follows the events of the book of Numbers, where God’s covenant people had reached the border of the...Every year!!!!! It's 19th November! Sometimes it's embarrassing to be a man! Give the women a break, morons! 😜
8.3.2025 10:16Every year!!!!! It's 19th November! Sometimes it's embarrassing to be a man! Give the women a break, morons! 😜My first 5k parkrun of 2025 and I maintained a steady pace. Not fast, but a personal best for the year! 😜
8.3.2025 10:07My first 5k parkrun of 2025 and I maintained a steady pace. Not fast, but a personal best for the year! 😜The Book of Numbers
The book of Numbers serves as the travel journal of God’s people after their time in Egypt, documenting their journey from Mount Sinai to the plains of Moab and the Promised Land of Canaan. However, the vast wilderness posed a significant challenge, and the people were unprepared for its difficulties. Instead of responding with faith, gratitude, and obedience, the Israelites frequently reacted with unbelief, ingratitude, and rebellion.
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7.3.2025 23:38The Book of NumbersThe book of Numbers serves as the travel journal of God’s people after their time in Egypt, documenting their journey...Books of Leviticus & Deuteronomy
So far in our journey through the books of the Bible I've covered Genesis and Exodus. Genesis reveals God’s purposes, human nature, failure, and hope. It introduces Abraham, through whom God establishes a covenant people. The book concludes with Joseph’s family settling in Egypt, setting the stage for Exodus, which means "departure". Exodus recounts how God rescues his people from Egypt, leading them through the wilderness for forty…
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4.3.2025 22:50Books of Leviticus & DeuteronomySo far in our journey through the books of the Bible I've covered Genesis and Exodus. Genesis...Dictator Trump has today trampled all over the First Amendment of the US Constitution. Where are all the howls of protest from Republicans and MAGAs?
4.3.2025 18:56Dictator Trump has today trampled all over the First Amendment of the US Constitution. Where are all the howls of protest from Republicans...Lent and Ramadan have come at an opportune time. For those of all faiths and none, an opportunity to pause and reflect on everything we hold dear. Hey, don't we need that right now? Light, life, and love.
4.3.2025 09:31Lent and Ramadan have come at an opportune time. For those of all faiths and none, an opportunity to pause and reflect on everything we hold...Let's just rename America 'The Vassel State of Russia' and be done with it!
4.3.2025 09:20Let's just rename America 'The Vassel State of Russia' and be done with it!Wow, unbelievable! US House Speaker Mike Johnson is calling for Zelenskyy to grovel back or have regime change in Ukraine! The ignorant cult of Trump has not only humiliated America on the world stage, but has made her a pathetic laughing stock. Nauseating! 🤢
3.3.2025 16:14Wow, unbelievable! US House Speaker Mike Johnson is calling for Zelenskyy to grovel back or have regime change in Ukraine! The ignorant cult...I've been thinking about the state visit invitation to Trump. It's a tricky one. My gut reaction was to rescind it, but my head says that Trump would throw his toys out of the pram. That would make 'great television' but wouldn't be in the interest of the UK, Europe, or peace. Maybe, kick the visit down the road, and find other things in the diary to do. It's nauseating to pander to Trump's ego, but we need to keep calm heads.
3.3.2025 10:03I've been thinking about the state visit invitation to Trump. It's a tricky one. My gut reaction was to rescind it, but my head says...Volodymyr Zelenskyy: King Charles doesn't have a problem with how he's dressed. King Charles doesn't need him to keep saying thank you. King Charles accepted him as someone fighting for the freedom of his country. Because King Charles isn't a narcissistic moron! 🇺🇦
2.3.2025 19:15Volodymyr Zelenskyy: King Charles doesn't have a problem with how he's dressed. King Charles doesn't need him to keep saying...The UK (and Europe) are already at war with Russia. They have defeated us with lies and propaganda leading to Brexit, thus dividing Europe. Ongoing interference in other countries' politics to promote their agenda. Repeated cyber attacks on our institutions and services. Incursions into our air and sea spaces. Trying to cut international undersea cables. Assassinations in the UK with no regard for the safety of our citizens. Need I go on? We need to wake up!
2.3.2025 12:59The UK (and Europe) are already at war with Russia. They have defeated us with lies and propaganda leading to Brexit, thus dividing Europe....The Book of Exodus
The Book of Exodus, the second book of the Bible, begins after Genesis, with Joseph’s family settling in Egypt. Initially prosperous, they became a threat to Pharaoh, who enslaved them and subjected them to harsh conditions. In response, God appointed Moses to lead the Israelites out of Egypt. Moses first attempted to persuade Pharaoh to release the Israelites, but he refused.
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1.3.2025 21:23The Book of ExodusThe Book of Exodus, the second book of the Bible, begins after Genesis, with Joseph’s family settling in Egypt....Hey Hey Rise Up (Pink Floyd) http://youtube.com/watch?v=jUfVmtAvfdg&feature=youtu.be http://johnager.co.uk/2025/03/01/hey-hey-rise-up-pink-floyd/
1.3.2025 20:21Hey Hey Rise Up (Pink Floyd) http://youtube.com/watch?v=jUfVmtAvfdg&feature=youtu.be...The Gulf of America is the moral vacuum in the White House!
1.3.2025 13:31The Gulf of America is the moral vacuum in the White House!Trump and Vance soiled their diapers in full view of the world! How embarrassing! 😜
1.3.2025 10:42Trump and Vance soiled their diapers in full view of the world! How embarrassing! 😜I hope I can sleep tonight. I'm still unbelievably angry with Trump and Vance. They are despicable individuals and infantile children. Europe needs to unite around Ukraine. America is no longer an ally, it's an enemy of the Free World. 🇬🇧 🇪🇺 🇺🇦
28.2.2025 22:52I hope I can sleep tonight. I'm still unbelievably angry with Trump and Vance. They are despicable individuals and infantile children....