In Search Of Peacemakers
Few leaders are willing to be known as peacemakers. But even more concerning is the fact that many Christian leaders have abdicated their roles as peacemakers in pursuit of theological justice. We have taken sides – in Ukraine and in Israel – and we have left the innocent at the mercy of politicians, war-lords and global powers.
Consider the Bartimaeus of Gaza
Let’s make one thing clear, what we see in Gaza today is NOT a war. From a Hamas perspective, we see Gazans suffering as a necessary consequence of collateral damage and from an Israel perspective we find Gazans suffering as victims of collective punishment. There is no war, only suffering. The are no victories, only victims. Maybe it’s time to consider the Bartimaeus of Gaza
A CHRISTIAN RESPONSE TO ATROCITY PROPAGANDA
A new war has emerged since Hamas invaded Israel on 7 October. This war has drawn innocent bystanders into the conflict to such an extent that one almost feels convicted to remain neutral. This is the war of Atrocity Propaganda