Misused Scripture
Misused Scripture: Habakkuk 1:13 God's Eyes Are Not Too Pure to Look Upon You
Wrestling with God teaches us that such questions don't reflect a lack of faith—they are expressions of faith
The Origins of YHWH and the Truth of Christianity
A thoughtful question was posed about how progressive Christians like myself reconcile the historical development of YHWH from ancient Near Eastern religious traditions with our
Understanding Christian Universalism: God's Love Never Gives Up
God's grace cannot be overcome by evil forever. Evil simply isn't that powerful or inexhaustible. Christian Universalism simply takes this hope to its logical conclusion, that God's love will ultimately win every heart.
Navigating Relationships With Those Who Voted for Harm
How do you engage with someone who doesn't share your basic views on human dignity?
Has Evangelical Discipleship Actually Been Wildly Successful?
The system is perfectly tuned to get the results it's getting.
Why I’m Done Debating Human Dignity
Until someone has even started the work of awareness and lament, there can be no meaningful conversation, much less reconciliation. You can't reconcile with someone who won't even acknowledge the harm they're causing.
Faith, Hope, and Love in the Face of Authoritarianism
This morning, we are waking up to the reality of authoritarianism taking control of our nation and the inevitability of widespread harm to vulnerable communities.
You Are (Already) A Saint: Reflections after All Saints Day
God's goal isn't our destruction but our glorification. Not our diminishment, but our completion. Not our absorption, but our confirmation as unique persons bearing the divine image.
Steps to Better Yes and No: Living an Imitable Life
If you're anything like me, most of us say yes to too much and no to too little. This leads to overcommitment, exhaustion,
"Forgiveness of Sins": From Individual to Communal
Daily Lectionary Texts for Wednesday, October 30, 2024: Psalm 119:17-24; Jeremiah 33:1-11; Matthew 20:29-34 When we hear the phrase "forgiveness of
Sacred Disorientation: When Losing Your Way Leads to Growth
October 29, 2024 Daily Lectionary Texts Psalm 119:17-24; 2 Kings 6:8-23; Acts 9:32-35 We often think of spiritual growth as a steady
The Devil's Long Resume: A Historical-Theological Analysis of Satan from Divine Prosecutor to Cosmic Adversary
This is my sermon on Satan at The Table Church on Sunday, October 27. You can watch and listen to it here. Introduction: From Barn