On Thursday I wrote about the corruption of Eli's sons in First Samuel 2—how they exploited their religious authority to shake down worshippers and abuse women who came to serve at the temple. I talked about the institutional failure that enabled their behavior and the spiritual damage
Anthony Parrott
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When Your Pastor Acts Like a Mob Boss: What the Sons of Eli Teach Us About Religious Authority
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 guide for online presence rooted in Jesus-centered values, prophetic imagination, and radical love
Picture this: Jesus has just risen from the dead. For forty days, he's been appearing to his disciples, teaching them about the kingdom of God. Forty. Days. That's over a month of post-resurrection curriculum, divine office hours, and probably the most intensive theological education in human
Picture this: A powerful CEO decides to expand his empire overseas. Before leaving, he distributes seed money to his employees with explicit instructions to "make it grow." Upon his return, he rewards those who delivered impressive returns and brutally executes anyone who failed to maximize profits. The employees
The communion table isn't a border to be patrolled
I've been watching the Sean Feucht situation unfold with a mix of vindication and sadness. For those who haven't been following, the worship leader behind the "Let Us Worship" rallies is now facing accusations of financial mishandling, gross mismanagement of resources, and treating volunteers