A feature by Charles Gardner, that was originally published in ‘Heroes of Faith’, an inspiring UK-based quarterly magazine Andrew Murray (1828-1917) was among the world’s most inspiring devotional writers. And although he lived for the most part in the 19th century, reprints of his writings (he wrote 240 books) kept […]
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Archbishop’s downfall: touching ‘apple of God’s eye’ a risk not worth taking — Charles Gardner
Church leaders everywhere, as well as national heads of state, should learn the lesson from the ignominious downfall of Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby. For he touched the apple of God’s eye and has severely injured, not only himself, but the worldwide institution he has led. Though his alleged cover-up […]
Nature’s beauty revives memory of calling to Israel ministry — Charles Gardner
An overnight stay at Helmsley in the North York Moors has added fresh impetus to my ongoing calling to the Jewish people. My wife and I were giving my New Zealand sister, Penny, a taste of the beauty in our midst, but I too was once again blown away by […]
Christian support moves Israelis to consider Jesus — Charles Gardner
There is growing evidence that Christian support for Israel in their hour of need is encouraging Jewish people to consider Jesus and the New Testament. As the horror of war on seven fronts has held the nation in a constant state of tension and fear, God has been moving powerfully […]
Shining a light on Australia’s contribution to restoration of Israel — Charles Gardner
I get the impression that there’s a people group who sometimes feel forgotten, living as they do on the other side of the world – Down Under! I should know, because I have close family there. So I will try to remedy this. I have just received a glowing report […]
Major Christian convention misses ‘biggest issue of the day’ — Charles Gardner
I recently returned from what must surely be among the most inspirational Christian events on the planet. The Keswick Convention celebrated 150 years of its annual Bible teaching festival which now runs over three weeks in the summer amidst the spectacular scenery of the English Lake District. As usual, everything […]
Victory for God at 1924 Paris Olympics — Charles Gardner
I have just been sent a Daily Express newspaper cutting dated June 9 1967, full of smiling faces as Israel swept to victory in the Six-Day War. Described as “pictures of victory…of a people happy to be in complete control – for the first time in nearly 2 000 years […]
New British PM Sir Keir Starmer’s family keep Jewish traditions — Charles Gardner
By Charles Gardner, UK Correspondent Following the Labour landside in the British General Election, the nation long responsible for spreading the Gospel across the world is having to get used to a new Prime Minister who doesn’t believe in God. Sir Keir Starmer, a lawyer who is a former Director […]
Stories unearthed of 3 Christian heroines who loved and served Jewish people — Charles Gardner
Sometimes I think we afford far too much attention to the heroic efforts of men in the long history of the Church. So I am delighted to focus on three Gentile women whose love for the Jewish people made a significant impact on the world. And I am so grateful […]
Insanity of nations recognising Palestinian state: Isn’t it time politicians sought wisdom from above? — Charles Gardner
By Charles Gardner, UK correspondent As I awoke this morning, bleary-eyed, to an alarming end-time scenario, I once more found myself exclaiming with rising exasperation: “The world’s gone mad!” The news that Spain has recognised a Palestinian state looked like a signal for re-igniting the Spanish Inquisition that brought such […]