Maybe, rather than rushing in to immediately explain away what we think Jesus means by threatening hell, we should instead take a look at what gets Jesus so worked up in the first place. Read more
July 16, 2019
Progressives Need to Start Preaching Hell Again
July 16, 2019 By Chuck McKnight
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March 11, 2019
Jesus Was a Socialist
March 11, 2019 By Chuck McKnight
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Many Christians think socialism is at odds with their faith. But Jesus taught (and the early church modeled) principles very much in line with socialist thinking. Let’s take a look at the many things Jesus had to say on this subject. Read more
December 24, 2018
“Christmas Heresy” by Andrew Robinson (Guest Poem)
December 24, 2018 By Chuck McKnight
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“Centuries and generations of white Jesus art have convinced us that Christmas is about us.” Read more
December 10, 2018
The 4 Jesuses I Love (And I Don‘t Mean the 4 Gospels)
December 10, 2018 By Chuck McKnight
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It’s no secret that I’m a big fan of Jesus, but there isn’t just one Jesus whom I love. When I talk about Jesus, I’m usually referring to one of four. Read more
November 18, 2018
An Open Letter to Brian Zahnd: On Full Participation in the Church
November 18, 2018 By Chuck McKnight
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Dear Brian, I cannot overstate the positive impact you’ve had on my life. I’m so thankful for you. But we need to talk about your recent statement on Twitter. Read more
October 16, 2018
The Actual Danger of Marcionism in Progressive Christianity
October 16, 2018 By Chuck McKnight
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What could Nazis and an ancient heresy have to do with progressive Christianity? I’ll give you a hint. I’m not talking about inerrancy. Read more
September 27, 2018
Marrying Differently: Why I Call My Polyamorous Relationships Marriage (Guest Post)
September 27, 2018 By Chuck McKnight
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In this guest post, we’ll hear from Annie Thomas, as she shares her story of coming to love two people enough to make a marriage commitment with each of them. Read more
September 25, 2018
Southern Baptist Performs Polyamorous Wedding (Guest Post)
September 25, 2018 By Chuck McKnight
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I’m thrilled to announce the marriage of some friends of mine, and I’m honored that they’ve chosen to share their story on this blog. In this guest post, we’ll hear from Rev. Dr. Jeff Hood, who will be officiating the wedding. Read more
August 31, 2018
A Manifesto of Sorts for Hippie Heretics (and a New Facebook Group)
August 31, 2018 By Chuck McKnight
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We are an online community of people seeking a safe space for discussion and fellowship within the often-toxic realm of Facebook. We are at least somewhat spiritual, and we may or may not be religious. We may also disagree about the meaning of either of those terms. Read more
August 25, 2018
On the Gender of God & Divine Pronouns
August 25, 2018 By Chuck McKnight
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Our use of exclusively male pronouns for God has allowed us to subconsciously fall into thinking of God as primarily, if not exclusively, male. But we need to find new ways of referring to God that do not perpetuate this unbalanced image. Read more
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