Christianity and Social & Moral Issues
Gaza situation and how Christians can pray
Dr Stuart Lange shares on what Christians can make of the Gaza situation and suggests what they should pray for
Recalling the appalling events in Christchurch on 15 March 2019
Dr Stuart Lange reflects on the violent attacks on Muslim people in Christchurch on 15 March 2019
More on Gaza
Christians are among who deplore the bloodshed and horrific atrocities of the Hamas attack on Israel. Christians generally uphold the existence of Israel as nation state, and many also see its establishment as a fulfilment of biblical prophecy and a significant end...
What might Christians hope for from a new government?
This week’s confirmation of the final election results brings closer the dissolution of the caretaker Labour government, and the forming of a new National-led coalition government. Like any government, the Labour Government leaves office with its own share of good and...
The unending horror and scandal of sexual abuse in church-related contexts
Sexual abuse has happened, and still happens, in a vast range of contexts, all around the world. It happens in families, neighbourhoods, schools, institutions, workplaces, clubs, sports, in armed forces, and in wars. Sexual abuse reflects not just lustfulness, but...
What is wrong with New Zealand?
Well, certainly not everything. There is still so much about this country to appreciate and enjoy, including God’s beautiful creation, our mix of cultures, and our traditionally down–to-earth ways. And much else.