Quite of the day at 7 in the morning......

 “To criticize a person for their race is manifestly irrational and ridiculous, but to criticize their religion, that is a right. That is a freedom. The freedom to criticize ideas, any ideas - even if they are sincerely held beliefs - is one of the fundamental freedoms of society. A law which attempts to say you can criticize and ridicule ideas as long as they are not religious ideas is a very peculiar law indeed. It all points to the promotion of the idea that there should be a right not to be offended. But in my view the right to offend is far more important than any right not to be offended. The right to ridicule is far more important to society than any right not to be ridiculed because one in my view represents openness - and the other represents oppression” ― Rowan Atkinson.

Modern media and Kevin gets wasted.

 Spent so much time looking for one track from one CD from one artist.

The life of the modern youth worker/ Dee jay.. 

Tried to invest some time in a TV programme last evening but 11 minutes into the script was unbelievable and the Actors so wooden. Very quickly realised the story was non factual the characters were not believable. But didn't reckon in others being wee bit disturbed that myself couldn't be classed as a fan.

Bit of reflection on simple bird watching.

Lovely walks
Wind blowing
Chilly temperature dropping 
Unofficial observations and recorded evidence 
It's there.  Flutter then it's is gone.
They don't stay still very long  
So much to see vast numbers of excitement.
So exquisite and very enjoyable 
Tinged with sadness that your not here to share the delights you trusted me myself to observe.
Your not here Matty Waller to share these joys.

Have l compromised ?

 The minor prophets Joel, Malaki, along with Isaiah.

All came up today in our spirit filled conversation around ethics and kingdom values associated with these parts of the Bible seeking justice feeding the hungry, clothing those naked. Visiting the prisoner. The idea that our society becomes more Dickensian. Poor getting poorer.

Petrol prices are damaging so much of the fabric of our society. It's closer to £2 per litre that really hurts. Affecting transportation of food along with poor quality of provisions.

What for myself is the biggest pain in my heart is the struggle those on limited incomes the single person. The child with parents who are educational stumped. These people are forgotten by the rich political elite. Again we see a callous disregard of those experiences such injustices.

These claims on our discipleship the calls to speak out and challenge the powers are essential to those embracing the Kingdom values spoken by the Prophet. Jesus came to fulfil these brothers in the faith acknowledging the importance of justice mercy and compassion.

These are not bonus teaching's they are critical and should not be compromised. To often the Church has sold out weakening these teachings and bring part of the world into church teachings. Compromising to what authorities wish us to speak about thus diluting the gospel message. Individuals need to examine the above and question own commitments.

Permutations on pilgrim journey.

 Hermits lived an uncomfortable life as they felt this type of religious devotion would point people to heaven. These patterns of behaviour often established buildings so others could visit discover prayerful life. There are many stories and legends associated with this lifestyles then they would spread talents learnt from such solitary people. Gardening, land skills, cattle keeping, but also knightly and hospitable gestures.

When you visited them and engagement with them sometimes led to people adopting different way of being. Also had difficult plus uncomfortable discussions about taxing problems. These walks and journeys took time often travelled with friends so such relationships grew deeper. Modern ways of living require us to pilgrim away from modern trappings. But you have to return and live better way having learnt new way of being.

Konstantinos ....great goalie already.

 

                   

 Having seen this goalkeeper in action

             l am very impressed with the young Greek, 

A DOUBLE SAVE AGAINST THE FRENCH SIDE `NICE` PLUS OTHER DISPLAYS HAVE ALINED HIM TO THE HULL CITY FAITHFUL.

Echos ...Echos....Echos...

 

Surprising what's missing in youth culture and thrill of a book.

The excitement of disagreement and hearing others views which are different to ones you express.

Grasping the emotional literacy of the lyrics written by a performing artist.

Spending time in a place of solitude just in silence. Perhaps trusting your mind to help you focus. There something about the resilience of thinking stuff out and reflections. 

Surprising what's missing generally in places around larger society. The values got switched but there is an emptyness many are rejecting. Searching for something better something with kingdom values. Echos to return again.....

This Anglican Niteclub used to be a cute Church...

The girls in the gathering wanted to sing 'Espresso' by Sabrina Carpenter. They had the lights colourful swirling around. The mics were of the best DJ quality the track was no 7 and was queued in like it should be. They sang  but the real surprise was that these wonderful BHP had never seen a CD don't even mention Vinyl.

They were stunned when l produced the lyrics from the enclosed CD booklet. The problem with downloads is you can't really share the experience 

It's isolated self experience you can't smell, feel, touch, or share. Even at the gathering one local attempt to be part of the youth provision.