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Questioning religious authority isn't blasphemy—it's a moral imperative
When Your Pastor Acts Like a Mob Boss: What the Sons of Eli Teach Us About Religious Authority
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The Question Jesus Didn't Answer (And Why That's the Point)
Instead of mining the text for universal principles to apply mechanically, we're invited into a dynamic relationship with a living tradition that continues to generate new insights as communities wrestle with ancient wisdom in contemporary contexts.
My Digital Manifesto: Creating with Conviction
My guide for online presence rooted in Jesus-centered values, prophetic imagination, and radical love
acts
The Disciples' MAGA Moment: Why Jesus Said No to Making Israel Great Again
Picture this: Jesus has just risen from the dead. For forty days, he's been appearing to his disciples, teaching them about the kingdom
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God is Not a Venture Capitalist: Reclaiming the Parable of the Talents
Picture this: A powerful CEO decides to expand his empire overseas. Before leaving, he distributes seed money to his employees with explicit instructions to "
Would I serve communion to an ICE officer?
The communion table isn't a border to be patrolled
You Can't Just Slap Jesus' Name on Something and Call It Holy
I've been watching the Sean Feucht situation unfold with a mix of vindication and sadness. For those who haven't been following,
Newsletter
Getting Catfished by Jesus People
People will spend hours researching the perfect restaurant but walk into a church based on a vague website and assume everyone thinks like they do.
Politics
Choosing Retribution: Barabbas and the Lure of Insurrection
Christians especially must ask ourselves: Are we following Jesus, or are we following Barabbas? Are we trusting in the way of the cross, or are we putting our faith in Caesar's sword?
Encountering the Black Divine Feminine: Reflections from the Alliance of Baptists Conference
God transcends and includes gender. Our limited human categories will always fall short of capturing divine fullness. Perhaps by embracing multiple images and metaphors—including those that make us uncomfortable—we might glimpse more of who God truly is.
Theology
Beyond Belief: Four Reasons People Practice Religion
If you're beginning to question whether your religion is capital-T True, that's okay. It doesn't mean you need to abandon your tradition immediately. You can still find meaning, community, beauty, and wisdom within it, even as you wrestle with doubts.
Ministry
15 Lessons I've Learned in 15 Years of Ministry
After a decade and a half of pastoral ministry, I've gained a few insights worth sharing. Some came easily; others I learned the hard way. In no particular order, here are fifteen lessons from fifteen years of ministry: