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Jesus Didn’t Die To Save Us From His Angry Dad

God is not arbitrary, penning long lists of forbidden activities and punishing people accordingly. Nor is he squeamish, watching in shock as events...

Who is America? Exploring Religion, Identity, and...

By Ken Chitwood

Asking “who is America?” is the equivalent of asking what “America” stands for, where it is, and who counts as part of it.

Irish Church Urges Compassion in Immigration Debate

By Matthew Allen

Christians have specific obligations to society in general,’ say the Bishops, ‘and also to those from different countries and cultures who share our...

When Leaders Fail: The Devastating Fall of Prophets,...

By Tom Sugimura

Quite often, a nation suffers for the sins of her leaders as we see throughout society today. So also, in Jeremiah’s day, the prophet lamented how God’s...

Blessed Peacemakers: God's Children

By Sharon Black and Brad Wilcox

As Christ taught in His Sermon on the Mount, blessed peacemakers assume sacred responsibility. Today, more than two centuries later, our world sometimes...

Environmental Destruction… for Jesus!

By Matthew Allen

In the Book of Exodus, the Mother of Moses floated her child on the Nile to save him from the Pharaoh. Theologians thus agree that river pollution is...

How Studying Theology Transforms Faith and Friendships

By Matthew Allen

Studying theology challenges beliefs, sparks deep friendships, and reshapes perspectives on faith and love.

The Consequences of Sin Uncovered

By Tom Sugimura

So, how do we escape God’s wrath? Our salvation comes not from being good, but by trusting in the God who is.

Reflections On Religion, Immigration And The 2024...

By Ken Chitwood

Religion shapes our responses to immigration and its politics, with some evangelicals calling for comprehensive immigration reform even as others are...

Does God Intervene In Our Lives?

Many believers are taught that God is both the author of blessing and suffering, but that kind of faith is double-minded, hobbling the feet of every...

Earth Salt: Thoughts and Reflections

By Sharon Black and Brad Wilcox

Today people are still reading the Bible; following the words, teachings, and examples of the Savior; and still being salt of the earth. None of us could...

What is Worship and Why Do We Do It?

What does God get out of worship? This is the crucial question,.The argument goes that a God who seeks to be worshipped must be narcissistic and...

Image and Power, Satire and Sacrilege at the Paris...

By Ken Chitwood

The Paris Olympics’ opening ceremony uses satire to challenge norms and spark unintended, or maybe intended, religious outcry.

Paul’s Radical Conversion: From Persecutor to Proclaimer

By Sharon Black and Brad Wilcox

Paul's dramatic transformation on the road to Damascus reshaped the early church and continues to inspire believers today.

10 Small Ways To Uplift A Loved One

By Oscar Collins

Oscar Collins gives 10 simple ways to uplift a loved one and show you care by praying, cooking, walking, serving, and other activities that will show...

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