A statement from the Rt Rev Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani, Bishop of Loughborough and Bishop of Chelmsford Elect regarding the Most Reverend Henry C Ndukuba’s comments about homosexuality
“I fully endorse Archbishop Justin’s statement disagreeing with and condemning the language used in the Most Reverend Henry C Ndukba’s comments about homosexuality. Whilst recognising there are different approaches to doctrine and practice across the Anglican Communion and rejoicing in our cultural diversity, the Most Revd Henry Ndukuba’s comments are at odds with our agreed teaching and our fundamental belief that all of us are made in God’s image; that in Christ, all are equal and there is no place for injustice.”
A statement that dramatically demonstrates how far the Anglican Church in England has fallen.
“…our fundamental belief that all of us are made in God’s image; that in Christ, all are equal and there is no place for injustice.” We are not all equal. Some are unrepentant sinners, and some are saved. Big difference
“There is no place for injustice”. I agree. At the Day of Judgement justice will be meted out. As a calvinist I believe in the perseverance of the saints, but I also believe that those who regard themselves as saints need to make their calling and election sure and recognise the need for daily repentance. Being “made in God’s image” is not meant to be an excuse for sinning. I believe someone asked D B Knox what he planned to do in retirement and he replied, “repent”. When a Primate in Africa calls out sin we should all tremble and remember that we are all sinners, not rebuke him for telling home truiths.