Social Sin and Confession
- Peter Shaw
- Mar 3
- 2 min read
In our ongoing Lenten series, "The Cut Flower," we have been reflecting on the beauty of Western civilization—and the sobering reality that this beauty is fading because it has been severed from its Christian roots. If we want to see the "flower" of our society bloom again, we have to look honestly at the soil.
This Sunday, we are digging deep into the difficult but necessary themes of Social Sin and Confession. We are asking: What are the toxins in our culture that we have come to accept as normal?
Morning Service: Slavery and the Structures of Sin
In the morning, we are privileged to have Bishop Tim, who will be exposing the persistent shadow of Slavery—both historical and modern. We often think of sin as a purely individual matter, but Bishop Tim will help us understand "Social Sin": the ways in which our collective systems and choices can entrench injustice. True repentance begins with an honest confession of how we have allowed these structures to flourish.
Evening Service: The Sexual Revolution and Modern Confusion
In the evening, we will continue this exploration by looking at the Sexual Revolution. While marketed as a movement of liberation, many are beginning to realise that it has left a trail of brokenness in its wake. We will examine the case against the revolution’s promises and ask why ancient Christian wisdom may actually offer more protection and dignity than modern "freedom."
Recommended Resource: Against the Current
In preparation for our evening sermon —or simply for your own reflection—I highly recommend a recent episode of the Thread podcast. Author and journalist Louise Perry joins Stephen Foster to examine why the sexual revolution has failed many women and families.
Drawing on data, lived experience, and her own journey from atheism toward faith, Perry reflects on marriage, dating, and power. Her insights highlight why "ancient wisdom" speaks more clearly to our modern confusion than today’s promises of liberation. Regardless of whether you can make the talk, do check out the podcast:
Returning to the Roots
Confession is not about wallowing in guilt; it is about clearing the "blight" so that new life can grow. Join us this Sunday as we seek a path toward true transformation.
