Recently, the Muslim Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, lit the now-annual Ramadan lights in Piccadilly Circus. With pride, he proclaimed, "If you had told me all those years ago that, within my lifetime, we would have lights in London celebrating Ramadan like we do Christmas, I wouldn’t have believed you." This celebratory moment, however, occurred during the beginning of Lent—the holiest season for Christians—and marked a significant cultural shift in Great Britain.
What was once a nation rooted in Judeo-Christian values now appears eager to discard its Christian heritage in favour of promoting Islamic ideology. Under the banner of multiculturalism, objections to this shift are swiftly silenced by accusations of "Islamophobia" or “far-right” rhetoric. This new reality was further highlighted when both King Charles and Prime Minister Keir Starmer gave precedence to Islam by opening Westminster and the King's private residence at Windsor Castle for Muslims to celebrate Ramadan Iftar—the breaking of the fast.
A Historic and Troubling Precedent
This event was historic: the first time Islamic celebrations have taken priority over Christian ones in Britain's most significant institutions. Despite being the Lenten season, no Easter or Lent celebrations received such prominence. The implications of these actions are profound, signalling the cultural erosion of Western civilization. For centuries, Islam sought to conquer the West. Today, however, the doors to this religious-political ideology have been flung open by leaders who dismiss concerns as outdated fears.
This development is reminiscent of the biblical account of King Hezekiah, who foolishly displayed his treasures to Babylonian envoys. The prophet Isaiah warned him that all he had shown would one day be taken away to Babylon (2 Kings 20:12-17).
During the Iftar event in Westminster, an imam addressed the gathering in Arabic, reciting the Adhan—the Islamic call to prayer:
Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest.I bear witness that there is none worthy of worship but Allah.I bear witness that Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah.
Far from being a symbol of diversity or multiculturalism, the Adhan is a bold theological declaration of Islam's exclusivity and a proclamation of Muslim presence. Ironically, this declaration occurred within a building that bears a biblical inscription in the Central Lobby, reminding the nation of its Christian roots:
"Except the Lord build the House, they labour in vain that build it" (Psalm 127:1).
This inscription reflects the conviction of Britain's founders that legislation and governance must be grounded in a Judeo-Christian worldview. Yet, contemporary politicians appear oblivious to these foundational truths.
A Silent Betrayal
Keir Starmer used the Iftar event to express solidarity with the Palestinian cause, inviting the Palestinian ambassador to attend. He remarked, "I know [this] has been a very difficult time for Muslims in the United Kingdom with the pain of the conflict in Gaza and the suffering of the Palestinians." Notably absent from his speech was any mention of the victims of the sadistic violence on October 7th, nor the fact that many are still held hostage. Neither was the British Jewish community mentioned, which has faced a record-breaking increase in antisemitism. His silence amounted to a betrayal of British Jews while affirming solidarity with Palestinians.
Further, Starmer's statement that "British Muslims contribute to every community in Britain" seemed tone-deaf given the ongoing fallout from the UK's grooming gang scandals. This disconnect highlights the broader issue: Britain's political elite is actively reshaping the nation's cultural and moral landscape, seemingly without regard for the long-term consequences.
A Crossroads for Britain and the West
The United Kingdom stands at a decisive crossroads. One path leads further from its Christian heritage toward ideologies that undermine the foundations of Western civilization itself. The other path is a return to the true foundation—a revival of the faith and values that once shaped the nation.
While many commentators call for a return to historic Christian values and institutions, this alone is insufficient. The deeper issue lies in the heart. It is a living faith in Jesus Christ—not mere cultural Christianity—that can sustain a nation against the spiritual and ideological onslaughts it faces. There is only one foundation that can withstand the onslaught of the world, the flesh, and the devil" (Ephesians 2:2-3), and that foundation is "the chief cornerstone, Jesus Christ" (Ephesians 2:20).
As we approach the Easter and Passover season, let us fix our eyes on Jesus, "the author and finisher of our faith" (Hebrews 12:2). He alone is the unshakable foundation for individuals and nations alike.
Amen.
“For Ezra had set his heart to study the law of the Lord and to practice it, and to teach His statutes and ordinances in Israel.” Ezra 7:10
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