Issues in Theology

One of the subjects that we get to study in 4th year is called Issues in Theology. And as the name would suggest, we discuss issues in theology. Last Friday it was my turn (hence the radio silence).

I looked at the nature of forgiveness and repentance in human relationships. (in other words, do we have to forgive someone if they don't repent?) While I am told that it is quite a common topic to look at, that is precisely why I wanted to look at it, as it seems there isn't a great deal of consensus when coming to an answer.

So do we? Is there forgiveness without repentance in our human relationships?

Living out Scripture meme

I've been tagged by Mandy to post "that verse or story of scripture which is important to you, which you find yourself re-visiting time after time".

The verses that I find myself coming back to time and time again are the opening verses of Hebrews.

Hebrews 1:1-3

1- In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2- but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom he made the universe. 3- The Son is the radiance of God's glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven.

is singleness a result of the fall?

forwards looking back

As I think about next year, I can't help but think back. Think back about jobs that I have held in the past.

David Jones sales assistant
Manly Daily paper run (this one enabled me to run a car throughout year 12 at high school)
Squash Center clerk/maintenance/sales/book-keeper/odd-jobs person
Office junior in a bank
Wendy's ice cream girl
Data entry chick for Medicare
Kitchen-hand in a cafe
Office work for the Board of Studies
Liaison work for the Department of Education
Catering manager - aka cookie
Campsite work
Youth and Children's worker
Short order cook in a cafe

I look back with fond memories and great cheer at what is to come. I must say, I really don't miss working as a kitchen-hand or doing data entry.


So what does God have planned next? (other than those assignments due in the next few weeks!)