Apparently, today marks 83 years since the remaining islanders of St Kilda were evacuated from the remote archipelago to build a life on the Scottish mainland.
A Visit to St Kilda is the first of three blog posts from last year, in which our friend, Calum, wrote of his trip to this remote island.
When you've read that, take a look at St Kilda - Some History, and then pop over to the third post, St Kilda - Wildlife.
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Losing your spouse is one of the greatest losses imaginable. Tim Challies has some wonderful thoughts as well as two unmissable videos in Oh Sweet Lorraine and Missing Hope. You really do want to read this, and watch these two clips. Oh, just one thing: have the tissues at the ready.
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Dr David Murray is Professor of Old Testament and Practical Theology at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, and has written a wonderful poem to teach us some of the meaning of the books of the Old Testament.
The title of the post, My attempt to Mimic John Piper, does not really give an indication of what's ahead in this blog post. Head on over, read the poem and then listen to his Scottish accent speaking it to a group of gathered children.
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Some western nations (the US in particular, but the UK too) have made - it seems to me - an idol of democracy. Despite what they ought to have learned from Iraq and despite what they are now seeing in Egypt, our leaders refuse to admit that there is a whole lot more to having a peaceful nation than an occasional trip to a voting booth.
Making an Idol of Democracy states the case - and states it well.
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Oh my. The video about Fred was powerful. So sweet and sad all at the same time. Thank you for posting it.
ReplyDeleteIt really was, Wendy. A real 'need the Kleenex' video :'(
DeleteI really like that "Jesus on Every Page" poem - thanks for sharing that!
ReplyDelete(And you already know I like the democracy article...) :)
Isn't it good, Davene. I'd love for us to learn it off by heart.
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Looking forward to a cup of coffee and these posts. I agree wholeheartedly with the article "Making an Idol of Democracy". Democracy only works where there is righteousness in place. Our Christian Heritage and our faith made our Democracy a success; when that is left out, we are only a step a way from anarchy or autocracy on either side. It is so sad to see how far away we have wandered from our roots, and all in such short amount of time. Have a great week Anne,
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting the link to Tim Challies and the Sweet Lorraine song. I hadn't heard about it, and now I've listened to it over and over this morning. So touching. It encouraged me to let my husband know just how much I love him while I can! Thank you.
ReplyDeleteIt really is moving, isn't it, Deb.... certainly brought a tear (or two) to my eye. And yes, telling our loved ones NOW how much they mean to us is so important. Thanks for letting me know :)
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