"The problem for the exegetical preacher with the Parable of the Sower is that it is one of Jesus' parables where He goes on to explain the parable Himself, giving us His intended meaning; with the result that no more needs to be said about it.
But I never shirk a challenge..."
@CommsGuyMatt Loads needs to be done on this, in all sub-cultures and at all levels, but also a loads needs to done about allowing process to be followed and not making judgements based on half-reporting. It's damaging where people are cleared, and that damage prevents others speaking out.
Me: "We missed bath night last night, monkey. Perhaps you can have a shower in the morning?"
Ethan: "Nope. No way. '
Me: "Uh, excuse me? Why not?"
E: "Mummy told me that Jesus didn't have any water for 40 days and 40 nights, so you can't make me have a bath or a shower!"
For no particular reason, I decided to spend my evening making a mash-up of Haddaway and David Suchet.
So here's the version of "What is Love" you've all been waiting for:
"Asking for help is brave, and people are kind." Charlie Mackesy lights up the room as The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse wins British Short Animation ❤️ #EEBAFTAs
There's a good chance that giving the kids 6 pots of - what turns out to be - slime to play with, while I have a 3-hour @ChurchinWales GB Standing Committee Zoom Meeting, might not have been my finest hour...
@chinmj@RevMarkBroadway Same. Means I spend the entire week forgetting that Sunday is coming. Makes a nice surprise when it comes. Not sure the congregations would agree...