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Gay Marriage?

Debates are currently raging in Australia about same sex marriage. There are Christians who say really dumb stuff in opposition to the proposed changes to The Marriage Act. The pro same-sex marriage lobby also say some pretty dumb stuff. I have a ‘don’t be a Christian jerk‘ policy in life and online. But if I’ve personally offended you, I’m genuinely sorry if and when my tone and manner has been offensive.

Earlier this week I posted the Australian Christian Lobby animation, I don’t think it says much, and I think that it overemphasises procreation as central to marriage. Typically, I don’t think that ACL are the best political voice for Christians. In the embedded video above (click here if you can’t see it) John Dickson and Simon Smart from Centre for Public Christianity offer a great approach for Christians to engage lovingly on this issue. Watch it. Let me know what you think.

I haven’t yet watched it, but I understand that John Dickson was featured in a good interview on ONE PLUS ONE last Friday. Check it. EDIT: I’ve now watched it. It’s very good. Watch from 10:50 for about 10 minutes. I love the model of Christian discourse with the wider community encouraged by JD.

Here is some more Christian content from the last 18 months worth considering:

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I believe that Christians ought to have a voice in this debate to commend a Biblical view on marriage. But ultimately, there is no expectation in the Bible that Christians can legislate how the rest of the world should live.

The most important thing that Christians can do is point people to Jesus. ALL people need to hear the wonderful news of Jesus. Jesus loves you, he died for your sin, he rose again to guarantee eternal life to all who trust in him. Check out these relevant posts for more info about Jesus: The King who Saves; The King Who Rules; Faith 101; The G.O.S.P.E.L.; No More Fear in Death; Responding to the Evidence.

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What will help you to share Jesus?

Many Christians feel weak and inadequate when it comes to sharing Jesus. They know that they should, but often lack boldness to proclaim the good news of Jesus’ death and resurrection. Does that sound like your experience? If so, what will help you to take little steps to start sharing him? What’s this got to do with the bacon & egg roll?

I recently preached at St Faith’s on 2 Corinthians 4. It’s a chapter that can be a great encouragement in proclaiming Jesus. I hope it’s an encouragement for you too.

Dave Miers Sermon on 2 Corinthians 4 (right click etc to download)

Here is the structure of the sermon:

We all proclaim gospels
2 Corinthians 4
1) Don’t forget the simplicity of the gospel (2 Corinthians 4:1-6)
2) Don’t forget that the power belongs to God (2 Corinthians 4:7-12)
3) Don’t forget God’s Big Picture (2 Corinthians 4:13-18)

Check out my Hosea 1-3 sermon from the same series.

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