The similar phrase 'Worldly Christianity' is one used by Bonhoeffer. It's J Gresham Machen that I want to line up most closely with. See his Christianity and culture here. Having done commentaries on Proverbs (Heavenly Wisdom) and Song of Songs (Heavenly Love), a matching title for Ecclesiastes would be Heavenly Worldliness. For my stance on worldliness, see 3 posts here.

Calvin's birthday



According to Selhuis Calvin wasn't much of a one for parties (no surprises there then). Nevertheless, all over the world people are celebrating his birthday today, 500 years on. I had thought about being in Geneva - the obvious place to be - but the price was prohibitive and then late on I found I was to be marking the day here in Manila. I can't think of anywhere better really.

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