Future British Parliamentary constituency boundaries are going to be changed. The aim is to make all constituencies about the same size in terms of voting population. The reason for these changes is that populations have moved away from one area to another. We can all get involved in the consultation process, if we want.
Only last month, the latest new nation is the world was formed - Southern Sudan - after 30 years of terrible civil war. Negotiations for this boundary change have been very costly.
Today, the Arab League are discussing how to work towards the recognition by the United Nations of a Palestinian State.
While we may be involved in the details of our own democracy, millions of other are wondering if they can be recognised and heard.
But as the Arab Spring is showing, it is not only boundaries which need changing.
St. Paul describes a different sort of change, which happens when people entrust themselves to Christ.
We move into the realm of his authority - like a refugee or asylum seeker leaving a tyrannical regime, seeking a better life. 'For God has rescued us from the kingdom of darkness and transferred us into the Kingdom of his dear Son, who purchased our freedom and forgave our sins.' (Colossians 1.13-14)
Today, I want to thank the Lord for the amazing privilege it is to be a member of the Kingdom of Jesus. And I also want to help other join this new community.
Best wishes,
Richard
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