The Gospels show that Jesus invites, restores and saves women. The only qualification to be a disciple, or one who teaches, leads, heals, serves or prophecies in the name of Jesus is a love of God. And gender could never disqualify anyone from that.
Month: August 2016
Omotenashi – Japanese Hospitality
In which I wear an orange angler fish hat made from paper, am cooked delicious Japanese curry, and dance to AKB48’s ‘Foochun Kukki’.
For Tabitha, a year before her wedding day
A letter to a Tabitha ahead of August 2017 when I will cry many tears as she walks down the aisle as a beautiful bride.
Growing Better not Bitter
A reflection on the story behind the hymn ‘It is Well with my Soul’ and Luke 8. Learning to grow in faith and be transformed by God.
Visits to London, Ely, Stonehenge and Bath + extra life details
A look back at the four wonderful places I have visited in the past week all as part of my job at Pembroke College. Lots of fun, lots of joy, lots of excitement
“My Eyes Have Seen Your Salvation”
The first two chapters of Luke. Being captivated by Jesus’ salvation and grace for me.
Wilkommen in Görlitz!
Originally posted on Adventures in Nearly Poland:
After a few days of living in a new city, it is starting to feel like…
Give Me Jesus (2)
Thoughts on Mark 14-16.
Give Me Jesus (1)
How the father in Mark 9 and the widow in Mark 12 are models of faith.
Aishiteru – a story of new friendships
Stories from my last few days working with Japanese students in Cambridge.
Pembroke College, Cambridge: Home for now
An update on what I’m currently up to.
The Comedy Gold of Mark 9
Thoughts on Mark 9 / why Jesus would be great at Cards Against Humanity