The Bible Meditate … delight … savor The history of the nation of Israel and the church has demonstrated that the Bible contains both a core of essential orthodoxy (including the simple invitation to salvation and apprenticeship to Christ), as well as a veritable storehouse of wisdom, insight, beauty, and life-giving truths; the depths of […]
I’ve heard it proposed that the Bible was written (or perhaps the original documents were influenced or corrupted) by those in positions of authority in order to maintain power and keep the subservient masses in their place. Some hold that institutions and those in authority have manipulated and used the Bible to keep their privilege
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As I read the book or Acts, it occurs to me that the Kingdom of God did not need nor depend on the existing structures of authority or typical use of power in order to grow, spread, or gain influence. I think there is a lesson here for 21st century American Evangelical Christianity. For too long, we
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Aslan is on the move. Revolution is in the air. Those living in darkness have seen a great light. This summer we had the opportunity to visit believers from around the country and around the world. Over the last several years, I have met with a number of pastors, missionaries, and other followers of Jesus,
What a long, strange trip it’s been. Read More »
