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Embracing the profound truths of Advent

James Knight invites us to reflect on the depth of our beliefs and explores the truths within the richness of the Christmas story.

Experiencing God should not be artificial

James Knight has been questioning whether artificial intelligence can assist our understanding or even our experience of God.

Let us dwell on what really matters

As events in the news crowd our thoughts and concerns, James Knight brings us a word of encouragement in this short column around focussing our energies.

Why the cross was necessary

Regular contributor James Knight explains why he believes Christ needed to atone for our sins as well as just forgive them.

The light that shines through the darkness

James Knight explores the link between light and truth, and helps us understand why Jesus is the Light of the World.

Do you desire the truth?

Regular contributor James Knight argues that we should yearn for what is true, as well as just believing it.

Why the truth is always the greatest story

It is often claimed that the Gospel is “the greatest story”, and James Knight explains why he finds this to be true.

Did Jesus say, “Like your neighbour”?

James Knight explains why the commandment to love all people doesn’t necessarily require us to like everyone.

Is Paradise a walled garden?

James Knight explains that God’s rules have been given for our benefit, and that they don’t just exist for their own sake.

The relationship between science and faith

James Knight urges us not to regard science as a rival or even a threat to Christianity, but to embrace both in order to enrich our understanding of our role in God’s creation

What do we say about Father Christmas?

James Knight suggests that we allow children to enjoy the wonder and magic of Father Christmas as a prelude to appreciating the miracle of our Saviour’s birth.

Be still – the key to effective prayer

James Knight offers us encouragement for our prayer times, but reminds us to make time to listen to God’s response.

The attitude of gratitude includes the everyday

James Knight is finding that his gratitude for the small things in his daily routine helps him to thank God for the more fundamental aspects of his life.

Refrain from complaining – Thank God instead

James Knight points out that our lives will be enriched if we respond to circumstances with positivity, rather than moaning and complaining.

Will declining morals lead to collapse of society?

James Knight suggests that the increasing liberalisation in our society, and the decline of Christian values, could lead to the eventual collapse of that society.

The light shining in the darkness

James Knight points out that good can come out of the pain and anguish that surround bereavement.

Creation was very good, but was it perfect?

James Knight explains why he believes that God’s very good Creation was not actually perfect prior to the fall.

Lent – taking time to listen to God

Regular contributor James Knight urges us to take time to listen to God during Lent, and see what abundant blessings He has in store.

Does our description of God need to change?

Regular contributor James Knight defends our traditional bible translations in which God is male, and questions the need to use gender-neutral terminology when referring to Him.

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James Knight is a regular columnist for Network Norfolk and his articles take a look at different aspects of the Christian faith.

His views are personal ones and are intended to stimulate constructive debate amongst website users. We welcome your thoughts and comments, posted at the bottom of the relevant article. We would ask you to abide by our forum rules and we may delete any comments which do not.

James is a Christian writer and local government officer based in Norwich.
He is also a writer for London Institute for Contemporary Christianity (LICC)

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