Ian Forest-Jones

Welcome. G’day!

I am very happy that you have found your way to my online portfolio/blog/website. While I would much prefer that we met over a coffee and some raisin toast at a local café to discuss our interesting ideas, this virtual meeting-place will just have to do.

So, make yourself comfortable wherever you are, grab your favourite hot drink, and peruse the contents of this site at your leisure. Please be sure to leave any questions or comments that you might have in the “Comments” sections of each post, when available. I’d love to hear from you!

False ‘Facts’ on Gay Marriage

Personally, I'm not a fan of the USA. I certainly don't go out of my way to keep track of their news and public opinion. However, an issue is being debated there, with a lot of to-ing and fro-ing, that really cannot be ignored by anybody the world-over.

Heading for the Blackstump!

O Joy of joys ... I've been accepted as a speaker at the 2010 Blackstump Festival! As far as I'm concerned, that is the coolest thing ever!

Seeking God But Finding Allah

Islam claims to be the fasting-growing religion in the world today. This expansion is achieved partly through the relatively high birth rate of Muslim societies but also through dawa, by which people are persuaded to adopt its values and outlook.

A Cultural ‘No-No’ for Christians

In the midst of the World Cup tournament I came across an instance of when Christians should not have been involved in culture. In fact, if the world roundabout found out who was to blame, they would probably start burning down churches.

What are the “Anti-Bikie” Laws All About?

Who exactly will the new "anti-bikie" law target? Biker gangs? Me? You? Maybe you should ask your local politician for an honest answer?

Church vs. Kingdom

There is always so much negative energy directed at the Church and churches in our day and age. What will happen when churches fight back and become all they can be? If we were to consider our commitment, energy, abilities, gifts, resources, money, etc, in relation to the St John's mission, we will all discover how we might better engage appropriately at all levels of the vision of the church.

The Gift of Holiness

To glorify God with the people of God is a great honour, and the Holy Spirit equips for that task. In fulfilling their commission, the early Church discovered a life seemingly beyond our comprehension. Must it remain so?

The Gift of Prophecy

Declaring the praises of God is a great responsibility and the Holy Spirit equips us to accomplish that task. Let us not be distracted from the True Gift and so miss accomplishing our commission!