The Intolerance of Tolerance

By D. A. Carson This is one of Carson’s most important books – a mix of razor-sharp cultural analysis and penetrating theological reflection. Carson exposes the vacuous and self-contradictory nature of so much modern secular thinking, reminding us that Christians need...

Readings on the church

How to Walk into Church By Tony Payne Reading this left me encouraged about my local imperfect church and inspired to be an active member of it. It’s a short, practical booklet that takes less than an hour to read. Tony Payne looks at God’s purpose is for the Church...

About the church

The summer 2016 Canvas magazine introduced perspectives on the purpose of the Church and what that means for the way we engage with local churches. This discussion takes place in a context of declining church engagement. In New Zealand and two other countries – France...