Rob James

God will still be God, whenever and however we choose to leave the European Union

Whatever your political allegiance though, you have to admit Boris' victory will have the commentators and historians talking for decades. I just hope his trade talks with the European Commission don't last that long.

After horrific terror attacks, it's tempting to hate but we must love
After horrific terror attacks, it's tempting to hate but we must love

The latest London killings are clear proof that the church desperately needs to promote the Christian understanding of what it means to be human.

Playing into the devil's hands?

I have serious doubts about whether opposition to Donald Trump is, as some have suggested, the result of "demonic" influence.

Stuck in the past or excited about the future?
Stuck in the past or excited about the future?

When I look at Jesus I don't just see what I should be like. I see what I will be like

A word of encouragement to keep fighting the good fight
A word of encouragement to keep fighting the good fight

There is no guarantee that we will see the fruit of our labours this side of death of course. That's why it's good to be a Christian: our hopes are not limited to this life.

To vote or not to vote?
To vote or not to vote?

I have reluctantly reached the conclusion that I cannot entertain voting Conservative while Boris Johnson is party leader. But I find that I am unable to support any of the other parties either.

When God doesn't make sense
When God doesn't make sense

The tragic deaths of the A Rocha leaders in South Africa last week have reminded me of one of my most valued books. Written by Dr James Dobson, the title seems to say it all: "When God Doesn't Make Sense".

A lesson for Brexit Britain from William Wilberforce
A lesson for Brexit Britain from William Wilberforce

After depressing developments in the excruciating Brexit saga, I've found it helpful to return to the story of William Wilberforce.

Every Christian is a saint, faults and all
Every Christian is a saint, faults and all

We may not make the national news, but God sees every Christian as a saint.

The Devil may be at work in this world, but his time is short
The Devil may be at work in this world, but his time is short

The longer I have served as a pastor the more I've realised that the Scriptures are right when they inform us that the whole world is the focus of an intense spiritual battle.

Boris in Brexitland: it's time for a lot more honesty

In the topsy-turvy world of Brexitland, we need honesty more than ever before.

We must do more than pray for those in authority
We must do more than pray for those in authority

The decision to use prorogation as a parliamentary tactic to avoid defeat carries all sorts of serious implications for the future.

What Trump and Jesus don't have in common

Now the whole world knows that Mr Trump is a brilliant man. He's told us time and time again so we ought to be fully aware of it by now.

Shane Claiborne on guns, love and why he wants a new Christian narrative
Shane Claiborne on guns, love and why he wants a new Christian narrative

"Perfect love casts out fear. This is a moment in history when we have to decide will we stand on the side of love or on the side of fear," says the Christian author and activist.

A 'zero waste' lifestyle and the challenge to the church
A 'zero waste' lifestyle and the challenge to the church

Jo Herbert-James is on a mission or, should I say "on a journey" towards a God-honouring 'zero waste' lifestyle in a world where, at present, it seems like 99 per cent of what we buy is thrown away within six months.

The YMCA at 175: from a small drapery store to a global Christian youth movement
The YMCA at 175: from a small drapery store to a global Christian youth movement

It all started on June 6, 1844 when a young George Williams met with 11 other colleagues in a upstairs room of a drapery store situated a few yards from St Paul's Cathedral.