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About davidgrose

I am a Bible believing Christian, brought up in the Brethren Movement, and now find myself associating with charismatics even though I do not always agree with them. I am in full-time employment. I have interests in history and photography amongst others.

Welcome Immigrants!

This winter we have been invaded by hundreds of foreign migrants from Scandinavia and Russia. These feathered migrants are welcomed by nature enthusiasts. The birds pictured here are waxwings that originate in Russia. Attempts to photograph them have been frustrated … Continue reading

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Surprise, Surprise.

In some of my previous posts I have referred to King David and Absalom’s attempt to usurp him. I also suggested that Absalom was a type of the antichrist because he attempting to prevent Solomon becoming king and building the … Continue reading

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“Some Went Out on the Sea in Ships.”

There is a passage in Psalm 107 (23-37) which states:- “Some went out on the sea in ships; they were merchants on the mighty waters. They saw the works of the Lord his wonderful deeds  in the deep. For he spoke … Continue reading

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“Peaceful” Religions?

Every time there is an incident involving Islamic extremists somebody will counter that “Islam is a peaceful religion.” Clearly, the jihadists of Islamic State are not peaceful and it appears to some that apologists for Islam are being wilfully ignorant with … Continue reading

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What Took You So Long?

In Acts Chapter 9 after Saul’s conversion that for three days after his arrival in Damascus that he prayed and fasted. Then Ananias showed up and healed him. The question that arises to me is how far into those three … Continue reading

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A Feeling of Disenfranchisement.

We live in an age which idolises the concept of equality, at least as far as the Western world is concerned. But in practice some “animals are more equal than others.” Those who are articulate in voicing their opinions get … Continue reading

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The Bleating of the Lambs.

A couple of months or so ago these were small and adorable, but they are growing up fast. Twice when walking to work in the past fortnight when I passed the field where this picture was taken I found a lamb stuck … Continue reading

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Ahithophel, Was His Wisdom from God?

In one of my previous posts I speculated about Absalom being a type of the Antichrist. One of the characters that appears in the account of Absalom’s rebellion is Ahithophel.  He is referred to as David’s counsellor and his advice … Continue reading

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As well as taking photographs I also collect old pictures and postcards of the area. I recently purchased a late 19th century photo of the Square in Grantown a dozen or so miles to the north down the Spey. It … Continue reading

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Why Do Birds Poop on Bird-feeders?

As I have said in previous posts I have bird-feeders, but if one expects the birds to care where they leave their droppings, think again. You might think that a bird would respect the area where they got their food, … Continue reading

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