Miscellaneous Discoveries.

Aldous Huxley's Brave New World is one step closer now that England has approved human / animal hybrids. Of course, scientists will comply unfailingly with all legislation. We know, empirically, that "all people everywhere" fastidiously keep unenforceable laws like this one, and the inquisitive nature of science (and thoughts of tenure or notoriety resulting from a discovery) never tempts anyone to push the boundaries of conscience or ethics. Right?

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Another story from England, the Anglican Church has taken to wringing its hands about whether or not Christianity ought to be promoted to non-Christians. Some think it may be a tad insensitive. This is the text of the private member's motion that is causing a stir:

'That this Synod request the House of Bishops to report to the Synod on their understanding of the uniqueness of Christ in Britain's multi-faith society, and offer examples and commendations of good practice in sharing the gospel of salvation through Christ alone with people of other faiths and of none.'

For context, there are 8 private motions requiring votes. One will not be available for signatures until the Synod, which leaves 7 motions with vote tallies.

The motions includes:
(1) Sacred Britain strategy (relating to tourism) 134 signatures.
(2) Uniqueness of Christ in Multi-Faith Britain. 124 signatures.
(3) Race equality. [Rules dictating conduct, statements, and, specifically, political associations of members.] 111 signatures.
(4) H.R. Policy and Practice at Theological Colleges and Regional Courses. [Grievance resolution] 48 signatures.
(5) Administrative Burden of Diocesan Offices. 43 signatures.
(6) Date of Easter. 34 signatures
(7) Ban on Whaling. 21 signatures
(8) Fresh Expression Resources. (not yet available for signatures.)

What are their priorities? Tourism rated higher than the gospel, and a race policy specifically forbidding membership in the "British National Party" scored nearly has high as a policy affirming that Christ is unique, and sharing the gospel is a good thing. Leaving aside for a moment the objectionable positions taken by that party, since when is the Church supposed to be a POLITICAL entity???
At least I can say that point 5 has some Scriptural support in Acts 6.

Here's God's opinion on the matter, had anyone thought to ask. (Ezekiel 33:6):

But if the watchman sees the sword coming and does not blow the trumpet, and the people are not warned, and the sword comes and takes any person from among them, he is taken away in his iniquity; but his blood I will require at the watchman’s hand.’

Has the fact that the church of England doesn't know what it stands for, and (perhaps consequently) only 1 in 20 people in England attend church had an impact on society?

You be the judge.
Here are some damning stats describing what was once a "great democracy".

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Jeff Foxworthy was spoofed in this wonderful piece entitled "You might be a Calvinist if..."

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Here are some sobering thoughts about the plight of Christians in hostile nations. It should embolden us to be salt and light where we are, to pray for them, and to be conscious of how fragile religious freedom is.

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In light of this, here's a plug and a reminder about the work done by Voice of the Martyrs.

Matthew 25: 39,40 "Or when did we see You sick, or in prison, and come to You?’ And the King will answer and say to them, ‘Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these My brethren, you did it to Me."