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Remembrance Sunday is not just about the fallen – it is about nationhood

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By Peter Simpson (conservativewoman.co.uk)     REMEMBRANCE Sunday is a solemn reminder of our distinctive identity and culture as one of the most important occasions in Britain’s national life. Its ceremonies are carried out in the context of a national and constitutional alignment with the historic Christian faith according to the Scriptures. The contemporary liberal … Read more

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The Life And Work Of William Tyndale Part 1

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By Michael Hobbis,
CW Committee Member

Part 1 (of 3)

Portrait of William TyndaleThe enemy is at the gates
As I write, a Roman Catholic Cardinal has, after almost five centuries engaged in a vespers service in the very chapel at Hampton Court where Henry VIII worshipped. The same Henry who, in the wonderful providence of God, dismissed Cardinal Wolsey from office as his advisor and confidant and repudiated the Pope of Rome and all his ways.

Some would say that this was merely in a fit of pique because he desired a divorce from Catherine of Aragon. However, as we study the life of our subject, William Tyndale, we shall see that he had more than a little influence in this breach with Papal authority, by the grace of Him who turneth the heart of Kings; whithersoever He will (see Proverbs 21:1).

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The Life And Work Of William Tyndale Part 2

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By Michael Hobbis,
CW Committee Member

Part 2 (of 3)

When we began to look at the life of Tyndale in Part 1, it was remarked that in terms of the recognition of his undoubted graces and abilities he was – and still is – surprisingly unacknowledged as the one man who possibly played the most important part in the spiritual life and heritage of the English speaking peoples.

Portrait of William Tyndale

It has been suggested that this repression, even denial, of the importance of his contribution to this nation – and others – was due to his attachment to Martin Luther. Like Luther, Tyndale impresses the reader of his written works with his obvious disregard for the praise and plaudits of men, and he fearlessly declared the whole counsel of God to kings, prelates, and the common man alike.

He did not bow to the traditions of the professing Church, but emphasized that Christianity is the freedom and liberty of the individual from the traditions and lordship of prescribed religion in his access to his Redeemer and Creator.

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The Life And Work Of William Tyndale Part 3

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By Michael Hobbis,
CW Committee Member

Part 3 (of 3)

Portrait of William TyndaleIn Part 2 of our account of the life of Tyndale, we last left him as having been furnished with extra funds to continue with the work of further revision of his translation of the New Testament. These funds came about by a merchant friend of Tyndale, ostensibly providing help to Bishop Tunstall to buy all of Tyndale’s translated Scriptures coming from the presses of Europe, which Tunstall in a great display promptly burnt. This, in turn, gave Tyndale more money to continue with his major work of revision and Old Testament translation.

 

We learn from Foxe that while he was sailing to Hamburg to print the translation of Deuteronomy, there was a great storm at sea and Tyndale lost ‘both money, his copies and time’. With Coverdale – with whom he was now working – he had to begin all over again – the Pentateuch being completed between Easter and December and printed in January, 1530 in Antwerp.

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A Sign Of The Times

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The Lord Jesus once spoke to the people, saying, “Can ye not discern the signs of the times?”  It was necessary work to be practiced by the Jewish people, but it is also very necessary for us and our children. Our great God not only speaks to us by His Word, but He speaks also … Read more

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Christian Resources Exhibition 2025

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As you can see from the picture, the Christian Watch stall at the CRE in Sandown in October drew attention to our Protestant heritage (not a particularly popular theme these days)! The portraits of the Protestant Reformers created much interest from passers-by – one ‘Christian’ lady telling us that she had never heard of Martin … Read more

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Jesus

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This is the name which is above every name, the name that is so precious to every sinner saved by grace. The reason for its preciousness is because of its blessed suitability to meet our need as lost, ruined sinners. We have to say: “Here’s my claim, and here alone; None a Saviour more can … Read more

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Westminster : Protest and witness outside of Parliament over dangers of Islamophobia legislation

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By Pastor Peter Simpson Pastors Peter Simpson and John Sherwood staged a witness and time of public preaching time outside of the House of Commons in Westminster on Wednesday March 12th, with a particular emphasis on the grave concern felt by Bible-believing Christians at the establishment by the Government of an ‘Islamophobia Council’ to look … Read more

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Christian Resources Exhibition

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The CRE (Christian Resources Exhibition) was held this year on 9th and 10th October at Milton Keynes – the first time the CRE has visited this area. Over 160 stalls were in evidence, promoting a range of products from holy socks, curious berries and Christian puppetry to church insurance, church furniture and church amplification, together … Read more

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