Month: September 2020

Pride: Its root and fruit

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In his book Mere Christianity, C.S. Lewis claims that pride is the great sin.[1] When I re-read this recently, I thought he was exaggerating. After some more reflection, however, I have come to the conclusion that he is right, that pride is in…

An Interview with Stephen Liggins

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Hi Stephen, glad you could talk with us. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and where you are currently in ministry? Sure. I’m married to Shareen and we have two children – Bill (13) and Charlotte (12). I am part of a great ministry team at Anglican…

In Praise of Unpleasant Discipline

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My maternal grandfather is currently on his deathbed, and by the time you’re reading this it’s almost certain he’ll have passed away. Naturally, this state of affairs has led me to reflect on what I’ve appreciated about the relationship I’ve…

Homesick for Heaven

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When I was thirteen, I started boarding at my school. My family moved across the country, a 6-hour flight and then a 5-hour drive away from me. Our school had day students and boarders, but they mostly socialised separately. The other boarders…