This might be a little late for some of you, but I wanted to go ahead and put it out there that I am no longer a Creedal Christian. Some of you won’t be too surprised by that statement. If you’ve been paying attention to my books and blogs and podcasts the last two or three years, you’ve already noticed my shifting away from Creedal Christianity. But others might not even know what I mean by “Creedal Christianity” or why... Read more
If you’ve spent any time diving into the writings of the Apostle Paul, you’ve likely wrestled with some big questions. Questions like: Could Paul ever have been wrong about something? Could his views have changed over time? And what did Paul really mean when he talked about being “in Christ”? The Humanity of Paul First, let’s be clear: Paul was human. He wasn’t some untouchable, infallible being floating around in the first century. He was a guy who had strong... Read more
“In response, Peter spoke out with the same concerns. He asked them concerning the Savior: “He didn’t speak with a woman without our knowledge and not publicly with us, did he? Will we turn around and all listen to her? Did he prefer her to
An Exploration of Evidence and Skepticism Let’s talk about telepathy—that mysterious, mind-to-mind communication that’s been captivating people for centuries. I’ve always found the topic intriguing. Whether it’s ancient myths or modern-day experiments, telepathy seems to straddle the line between science and science fiction. So, when I recently heard about “The Telepathy Tapes” I was more than a little intrigued. What is it? Well, The Telepathy Tapes is a new podcast that documents experiments and stories claiming to prove telepathic communication... Read more
The final chapter in the Gospel of Mary begins with brothers Andrew and Peter rejecting what Mary has told them. “In response Andrew said to the brothers (and sisters), ‘Say what you will about what she’s said, I myself don’t believe that the Savior said
Embracing the Spectrum: Gender and Sexuality in All Their Glory Hey there, friends! Let’s settle in and talk about a topic that’s as vast as the sky and as colorful as a sunset—gender and sexuality. I know it can feel like walking into a whirlwind, but stick with me. This is important, and it’s beautiful. Beyond the Binary For so long, we’ve been taught to see gender and sexuality through a binary lens. Male or female. Straight or gay. Black... Read more
Practical Steps for Compassion in Action If you’ve been paying attention to the news, you’ve probably felt the same mixture of heartbreak and helplessness that so many of us have when it comes to the situation in Palestine. The stories of families torn apart, homes destroyed, and lives uprooted are overwhelming. And the question always looms: What can we do? Is there anything practical, meaningful, or impactful that we can contribute? Here’s the good news: there are ways to help.... Read more
As I sip my second cup of coffee, I’m reminded of how often we overlook the radical nature of Jesus’ teachings and how they invite us to break free from cycles of selfish desire. Let’s explore together how Jesus exemplifies self-giving love and empowers us to live differently. Mimetic Desire: The Root of Our Struggles Have you ever noticed how much of our striving comes from wanting what others have? René Girard’s concept of mimetic desire explains this perfectly. We’re... Read more
The Ascent of the Soul “And Desire said, ‘I didn’t see you going down, but now I see you’re going up. So why are you lying, since you belong to me?’ “In response the soul said, ‘I saw you, but you didn’t see me
Do you ever feel like your social media feed is a constant barrage of bad news? It’s like the algorithm is on a mission to remind us how broken the world is—wars, tragedies, political chaos, you name it. And yeah, those things are real, but does it have to be all we see? What if I told you there’s a way to change that? A way to retrain the algorithm to deliver good news—stories of hope, progress, kindness, and joy.... Read more
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