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When 99.7% survive the virus it's difficult to take seriously the claims that it's dangerous. Particularly for those under 70. That said, closing churches regardless of risk is to say that Christ's blood is not essential to our lives. This of course is nothing short of blasphemy.I like how those pastors resist making debatable claims about conspiracies or overreaction, instead acknowledging that COVID is dangerous and worthy of concern, but then go on to assert that even in such a situation—in fact, especially in such a situation—their nation and its people need churches and weekly worship.
This feels like the right approach. I'm getting tired of churches that take a "this is not a real danger so lay off of us" argument, as if faith meant ignoring dangers. It's much healthier, I think, to have a faith that faces dangers—one that acknowledges them and responds by grasping God more tightly.
I need to come to the defense of our Welsh friends and point out Wales has its own government, though in certain respect subordinate to Westminster. It seems to me Wales has the power to encourage her own churches to remain open under the Government of Wales Act 2006 s 60 (1) (b) which allows for the promotion or improvement of the social well-being of Wales. https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2006/32/section/60I am thankful that the government in England and Wales
Talking of Martyn Lloyd-Jones, he sought to encourage his Scottish brethren in a rousing lecture on the Reformation in Scotland which he gave in 1960 (see the book "Knowing the Times"). Here is a summary of the lecture which is fitting for our times:We fervently pray the same for our Scottish brothers and sisters and that the church there would be revived, renewed, and vibrant in a day of such darkness and confusion.