This address sets out some principles to guide us in
the manner in which we are to engage with others in
discussion forums and via weblogs (or ‘blogs‘).

1. Motive
- Anonymous posting
- the danger of self-publicising
- the danger of escapism
- we must always aim at the glory of God

2. Biblical standards of speech apply to this form
of communication
- Truthfulness
- Thoughtfulness
- Confidentiality
- Charity

3. The danger of internet pseudo-martyrdom
Contending for the truth ought not to be confined to
this mode of activity, as though our duty were
discharged wholly by this means.  Faithful contending
often involves face to face engagement - the example
of Knox and Calvin.

4. Stewardship of time
- The need of restraint and discipline
- the Sabbath and the use of computers.

5. The danger of encroaching on the role of the
ministry.
The absence of accountability and the threat to
church unity.