Faith
Police Criticized After Activist Attacked at Rally
Faith Facts
- Chris Elston, a Canadian advocate for Biblical values regarding gender, was assaulted at a London rally while standing for truth about children and gender ideology.
- The police hesitated to take immediate action after witnessing the attack, prompting concerns about the upholding of justice and protection for peaceful witnesses.
- Elston expressed disappointment, highlighting the need for the Church to speak boldly for Biblical truth, even under pressure.
Christian activist Chris Elston was attacked with a tub of ice cream while peacefully making a stand for protecting children from harmful ideologies at a rally in London. Despite clear video evidence and his immediate request for help, police officers were slow to act, raising concerns about their willingness to defend those who stand for Christian principles.
After police failed to seek out the assailant, Elston searched for the individual himself, further demonstrating courage in the face of hostility. In the midst of angry crowds, police eventually intervened to remove him for his safety, which he acknowledged was necessary given the situation.
“I was assaulted in London today with a tub of ice cream smacked on top of my head. Police officer after police officer refused to do anything. He should have been arrested in seconds. All [they] wanted to do was take down my personal details. I’ve dealt with police more than 300 times and I knew within seconds they weren’t going to do a thing about it.”
“They said a few times they would go find him with me after I gave my details and showed them the video evidence, but of course that was a lie, so I went to go find him myself. I was then surrounded by an angry mob demanding I condemn Israel.”
“Naturally, police removed me. That whole scene would have been avoided if they did their job and arrested the ice cream perp. Just another day telling the truth in a world gone mad.”
Elston later challenged Christian leaders to be brave and defend the truth of the Gospel, reminding believers to follow Christ’s example of boldness and unwavering conviction. As the world tests our witness, let us stand firm and refuse to compromise on Biblical truths for the sake of comfort or acceptance.
Now more than ever, faithful Christians are called to defend truth, uplift goodness, and pray for our leaders to act justly. May we be courageous witnesses in a culture desperate for the light and love of Jesus Christ.
Faith Facts
- The Lausanne Movement’s LIGHT research division is exploring how artificial intelligence affects the work of fulfilling the Great Commission.
- The LIGHT Briefing calls the Church to ensure AI is used with discernment, prioritizing Christ-centered mission and authentic human relationships.
- Researchers emphasize biblical values by offering an ethical framework that keeps technology aligned with justice, truth, mercy, and love.
Christian leaders are seeking wisdom as artificial intelligence transforms communication, outreach, and discipleship. The Lausanne Movement urges the Church to govern new technologies by faith and grounding in Scripture.
The church is encouraged to reject both fear and misplaced optimism, choosing instead to prayerfully consider how AI can support—never replace—God’s call to spread the Gospel.
“AI is neither savior nor threat in itself. Rather, its value depends on how it is discerned, governed, and deployed by God’s people.”
Believers are challenged to model transparency, fairness, and accountability while recognizing that digital tools can never replace Spirit-led, personal gospel witness.
“The gospel remains unchanged. Biblical commands transcend technological innovation and demand faithful proclamation, regardless of medium.”
It remains vital that evangelism expresses Christ’s love through genuine presence, as only human ambassadors can fulfill the Great Commission’s relational call.
“While AI may augment, it must always serve, not supplant, the spirit-filled human herald in proclaiming the good news and fulfilling the Great Commission.”
The church must move forward with courage and prayer, trusting God’s mission will not falter in the digital age.
Faith Facts
- The World Council of Churches (WCC) expressed deep concern about violence and unrest following Tanzania’s recent election.
- Key opposition leaders faced arrest and exclusion from the election, raising questions about fairness and transparency.
- The WCC called for an investigation into the violence and urged protection of human rights and accountability.
Christian leaders emphasized the sanctity of human life, highlighting that every life is a gift from God and must be honored, even amid political turmoil. They denounced the use of lethal force against citizens standing for peaceful assembly and free expression.
Dr Jerry Pillay, WCC General Secretary, declared,
“Reports of widespread protests, excessive use of force by security agencies, and numerous civilian casualties are deeply distressing and call for urgent moral reflection and accountability.”
He further stated,
“The sanctity of human life — a gift from God — must be protected at all times, and no political process should ever justify the shedding of innocent blood.”
The WCC stands in solidarity with the people of Tanzania, supporting faith-driven calls for peace, dialogue, and justice, and affirming the vital contributions of Christian organizations in seeking reconciliation.
Faithful believers are called to uphold Christian values by praying for Tanzania and advocating for truth, accountability, and protection of freedoms guaranteed by God.
Faith Facts
- The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear Kim Davis’s petition, leaving the 2015 ruling on same-sex marriage in place.
- Kim Davis was previously jailed for refusing to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples, citing her Christian convictions.
- Liberty Counsel continues to support Davis, emphasizing the need to protect religious liberty for public officials.
The Supreme Court’s refusal to reconsider Obergefell v. Hodges keeps the national legalization of same-sex marriage unchanged. The decision also leaves in place a ruling requiring Kim Davis to pay substantial legal fees related to her stand for biblical marriage.
“This cannot be right because government officials do not shed their constitutional rights upon election,” stated Mat Staver, Liberty Counsel Chairman.
Believers must remain vigilant, standing for religious freedom and biblical principles in the public square. Our faith calls us to uphold God’s design for marriage while advocating for the rights of Christians to live out their convictions.
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