Read this carefully

Some very timely teaching from Robert A. Gagnon, Professor of Bible at Wesley Biblical Seminary in Mississippi. It speaks to current debates about illegal or undocumented immigration. This is not, as commonly believed, a parable about social justice, but about how Gentiles receive and treat Christian missionaries, and the Gospel itself. The Bible commentary set and board games on the shelf behind him are slightly distracting. 

Pushback

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The problems with Christian nationalism & why It’s one of the most dangerous false teachings of our day?

1. It Confuses the Kingdom of God with Earthly Nations

The Bible consistently teaches that God’s kingdom is not tied to any earthly nation-state.
• John 18:36 – Jesus…

— Dr. Eric Mason (@pastoremase) March 10, 2026

Moral conscience of the nation

The Australian Greens are well known for their opposition to war. A cursory reading of their website makes it very clear to any observer that they are vehemently opposed to the United States and Israel's military action against the Iranian regime. Diplomacy and peaceful resolutions are the solution, not war. 

Perhaps they envisage negotiations, brokered by an impartial third party. Moreover, the aggrieved Iranian regime isn't evil, but amenable to reason, if only they were given a chance to calmly talk about their legitimate grievances, all sides in this conflict would see the errors of their ways. 

Foreign policy analysts who are actually across their brief on the subject of Iran think otherwise. As Times of Israel contributor Samuel Koltov argues, Iran cannot be treated as a rational, and logical state actor. Too many analysts fail to grasp Iran's religious-ideological worldview. Its leaders believe themselves to be preparing the world for the coming of the Mahdi, an Islamic Messianic figure. Their hostility to the United States and Israel is regarded as a religious obligation. They are engaged in an eschatological battle with religious enemies. 

Nobody likes war. The immense death and destruction is tragic. The Greens fail to grasp that whoever negotiates a ceasefire with Iran will be negotiating with fanatics. 

https://greens.org.au/campaigns/no-us-forever-wars

https://blogs.timesofisrael.com/stop-treating-iran-as-a-rational-actor/

Read the book

For your listening pleasure (hopefully), I present some classic Christian music from 1986. Don't Wait for the Movie, which was the title track from White Heart's fourth studio album of the same name. 

Bottomless pit of shonkiness

With reports of widespread corruption in the Victorian government's multibillion dollar infrastructure programme, the Big Build will turn out to be a massive rort. 

https://www.msn.com/en-au/news/australia/alleged-big-build-union-corruption-may-have-cost-victorians-up-to-30-billion/ar-AA1W7HN7?ocid=BingNewsSerp

 

Son of the father

This is a neat summary of Christology, as outlined in the first chapter of the New Testament book of Hebrews. Some errant pseudo-Christian new religious movements need to be reminded that Jesus is God, and not a created being. 

Unity over division

While recognising that some Australians, Australia Day is a day of pain, it can still be celebrated in a reflective frame of mind. Australia Day brings people together to celebrate in different ways, with  community events, recognition of local achievements, and by sharing food, music, and laughter. I cherish the chance to slow down, reconnect with loved ones, and celebrating the unique outdoors, humour, and diverse cultures that define Australia.

Editorial. Australia Day protests show much work to do on civics | The Australian