Scrutiny is essential in the building of the Ekklesia as the materials that are used have to reflect God’s divine and redeeming qualities if they are to withstand the fiery test.

In this 'Only God can judge me' culture I am pressed to reflect upon the tides of consensus which fuel the independence and pride of the flesh above the dependence and humility of the spirit.

In the midst of the turmoil of UK politics, Tim Farron the Leader of the Liberal Democrat Party has resigned stating: 'I was torn between living as a faithful Christian and serving as a political leader'

Let us start with defining what is meant by the kingdom. The word kingdom Has two parts to it “King” and “dom”. It means the territory that belongs to a king or we could say the 'king’s domain”.

A catchphrase which sprung up in the early nineties, the concept of fake it till you make it gained momentum through the self-help, personal development, life coaching and motivational speaking channels.

How did we get to the place where esteemed religious leaders use their platform to undermine the faith and infectiously kill the faith of others.

It has become nearly impossible to detect the true children of the Most High from false ones. But one thing is certain God knows and claims who is His and rejects those that are not.