April 4, 2022
In my last post I described how the healings Jesus did were the kinds of things traditional healers do. In general, what the gospels report may […]
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March 23, 2022
Published by Jonathan Clatworthy on March 23, 2022
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According to the gospels, Jesus often healed people. To us his healings seem weird – so unlike what we expect from doctors. Some people have explained […]
January 30, 2022
Published by Jonathan Clatworthy on January 30, 2022
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British public opinion continues to be obsessed with the Prime Minister’s partying during Covid lockdowns. Critics have pointed out that more important things are going on. […]
May 24, 2019
Published by Jonathan Clatworthy on May 24, 2019
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This is my sermon for 26th May, published now in case any other preacher wants to pinch bits. You won’t want to pinch it all. It’s […]