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Review of Magna Carta R.I.P?
[Following is a volunteer review of "Magna Carta R.I.P?" by Jude Meritus.]
Magna Carta R.I.P.: Religious Freedom and the Church, written by Jude Meritus, is a 237-page book that Christians should read to see how Christian thought fits within the shifting standards of acceptable societal behavior. The author, Jude Meritus, applies biblical precepts to examine a wide range of topics, including the growth of Islam, homosexual marriage, justice, and free speech.
He discusses his strong Christian convictions and his dissatisfaction with how society has deviated from the Bible's teachings by drawing on his personal experiences as a Christian missionary.
Jude Meritus outlined the harm liberal theology has done since the turn of the century in his criticism of the Church of England, as well as the complicity of church leaders who have long backed unbiblical viewpoints.
The author, Jude Meritus, applies biblical precepts to examine a wide range of topics, including the growth of Islam, homosexual marriage, justice, and free speech.
He discusses his strong Christian convictions and his dissatisfaction with how society has deviated from the Bible's teachings by drawing on his personal experiences as a Christian missionary.
Jude Meritus outlined the harm liberal theology has done since the turn of the century in his criticism of the Church of England, as well as the complicity of church leaders who have long backed unbiblical viewpoints. One important contributing cause is the enormous degree of ignorance regarding the Bible. It was emphasized how rare it is for powerful individuals to openly and persistently support a Christian viewpoint.
It has been suggested that one reason behind the suppression of Christian opinions in public discourse is the limited availability of terrestrial media sources. Likewise, the challenges faced by Christian radio stations UCB and Premier Radio in obtaining terrestrial frequencies suggested a further decline in Christian prospects for public discourse. While they are still a broadcasting option, internet stations are about to encounter limitations.
Assuming that the "Church" refers not only to the established Church of England but also to individual Christians, the author cites the prohibition of teaching creationism in schools and the suppression of Christian prayers in public spaces as examples of earlier freedoms being restricted.
Jude Meritus, the author, provides a partial autobiography in the latter third of the book. There, we see that his desire to prevent the loss of additional liberties still in place in England is influenced by his experiences running the Bible during the Iron Curtain between capitalist west and communist eastern Europe, where he witnessed the effects of dictatorial governments on people's lives. To be prepared to respond to actual dangers, the author urges readers to become knowledgeable.
Given the dynamic nature of the concerns raised, the author's provision of references for readers to further explore the topics is helpful.
I give it five out of five stars since it's a well-written book by a compelling author. A few years after the book's release, a number of the politicians it discussed are no longer in office, and same-sex marriage is now legal in England with the possibility of church blessings for those who choose to participate. Meritus, in my opinion, has written a fascinating work on Christ and how his words apply to the modern age.
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Magna Carta R.I.P?
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Magna Carta R.I.P.: Religious Freedom and the Church, written by Jude Meritus, is a 237-page book that Christians should read to see how Christian thought fits within the shifting standards of acceptable societal behavior. The author, Jude Meritus, applies biblical precepts to examine a wide range of topics, including the growth of Islam, homosexual marriage, justice, and free speech.
He discusses his strong Christian convictions and his dissatisfaction with how society has deviated from the Bible's teachings by drawing on his personal experiences as a Christian missionary.
Jude Meritus outlined the harm liberal theology has done since the turn of the century in his criticism of the Church of England, as well as the complicity of church leaders who have long backed unbiblical viewpoints.
The author, Jude Meritus, applies biblical precepts to examine a wide range of topics, including the growth of Islam, homosexual marriage, justice, and free speech.
He discusses his strong Christian convictions and his dissatisfaction with how society has deviated from the Bible's teachings by drawing on his personal experiences as a Christian missionary.
Jude Meritus outlined the harm liberal theology has done since the turn of the century in his criticism of the Church of England, as well as the complicity of church leaders who have long backed unbiblical viewpoints. One important contributing cause is the enormous degree of ignorance regarding the Bible. It was emphasized how rare it is for powerful individuals to openly and persistently support a Christian viewpoint.
It has been suggested that one reason behind the suppression of Christian opinions in public discourse is the limited availability of terrestrial media sources. Likewise, the challenges faced by Christian radio stations UCB and Premier Radio in obtaining terrestrial frequencies suggested a further decline in Christian prospects for public discourse. While they are still a broadcasting option, internet stations are about to encounter limitations.
Assuming that the "Church" refers not only to the established Church of England but also to individual Christians, the author cites the prohibition of teaching creationism in schools and the suppression of Christian prayers in public spaces as examples of earlier freedoms being restricted.
Jude Meritus, the author, provides a partial autobiography in the latter third of the book. There, we see that his desire to prevent the loss of additional liberties still in place in England is influenced by his experiences running the Bible during the Iron Curtain between capitalist west and communist eastern Europe, where he witnessed the effects of dictatorial governments on people's lives. To be prepared to respond to actual dangers, the author urges readers to become knowledgeable.
Given the dynamic nature of the concerns raised, the author's provision of references for readers to further explore the topics is helpful.
I give it five out of five stars since it's a well-written book by a compelling author. A few years after the book's release, a number of the politicians it discussed are no longer in office, and same-sex marriage is now legal in England with the possibility of church blessings for those who choose to participate. Meritus, in my opinion, has written a fascinating work on Christ and how his words apply to the modern age.
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