Only one reliable force stands in the way of the power of the strong over the weak. Only one reliable force forms the foundation of the concept of the rule of law. Only one reliable force restrains the hand of the man of power. And, in an age of power-worship, the Christian religion has become the principal obstacle to the desire of earthly utopians for absolute power. Peter Hitchens

No doubt it would be easier to fight if we were better armed. But in recent times it has grown clear that in my own country the Christian religion is threatened with a dangerous defeat, by secular forces that have never been so confident. Peter Hitchens

No doubt I should be ashamed to confess that fear played a part in my return to religion. I could easily make up some other, more creditable story. But I should be even more ashamed to pretend that fear did not. I have felt proper fear, not very often but enough to know that it is an important gift that helps us to think clearly at moments of danger. Peter Hitchens

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In fact, I think it safe to say that the two great victorious wars of the twentieth century did more damage to Christianity in my own country than any other single force. The churches were full before 1914, half-empty after 1919, and three-quarters empty after 1945. Peter Hitchens

Unlike Christians, atheists have a high opinion of their own virtue. Peter Hitchens

Annual audits should be conducted as required by the specific regulatory authority in your country and state. Always engage an auditor who has no conflict of interest with your church. John Finkelde

A church leader must carefully protect their heart from greed and envy, and deal with scrupulous integrity their personal finances. Also, the church must employ best practices in their financial processes with annual independent audits, accountability and clear policies for how the finances are managed. John Finkelde

A financial scandal in any organization is damaging, but in a church they are even more destructive. It is not just the financial loss to be borne, but also the breaking of trust, and the destruction of both the leader’s and church’s reputation and credibility within the community. John Finkelde

The Lord is the owner. We manage the resources God has given us. We must use them for His ultimate glory and honour, to advance the Kingdom in everyday life and build the church of Jesus Christ. John Finkelde

Ultimately, God is the provider of every resource needed in the church. John Finkelde