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I sense we are all weary of Christians who embrace political power and not Christ. I offer you three great reads this week to contemplate why we need to protect Christianity from the unexamined atheism on the left and the barbaric Nietzscheanism of the right. Sheluyang Peng: Nietzsche’s Eternal Return in America “Thus, in the… Continue reading Worthy Discoveries and Hidden Gems: 241129

”I just hugged the man who murdered my son.” — Mary Johnson In 1993, Mary Johnson’s 16-year-old son, Larami, was shot and killed by Oshea Israel during a robbery. The tragedy devastated Mary and left her grappling with immense grief and anger. Years later, after Oshea had served time in prison, Mary made the courageous… Continue reading Playing God Instead of Imitating God

Democracy 2025: 280-Organization Coalition Launches Multimillion-Dollar Legal Effort To Combat Threats to People, Democracy Expected in Trump-Vance Administration Mac Loftin in The Christian Century: The new Bonhoeffer movie isn’t just bad. It’s dangerous. By egregiously misreading Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s moral crisis, it primes viewers for violence. Eric Killelea, Religion Reporter for Chron: Pastors express concern as… Continue reading Worthy Discoveries and Hidden Gems: 241122

I read the Bible daily on my phone. I don’t say that to brag about my piety, I say that to give you an opportunity to stand back and marvel at the wonders of our modern world. We can carry the Bible around inside of a super computer in our hip pockets. The Bible has… Continue reading What Is the Revised Common Lectionary?

“…I was a stranger and you welcomed me…” In Colorado, several advocacy groups work to protect and support immigrants, especially during challenging political climates. Here are some notable organizations you might consider. Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountain Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition (CIRC): Immigrant Legal Resource Center Annunciation House John Pavlovitz: Trump Voters, You Owe Our… Continue reading Worthy Discoveries and Hidden Gems: 241115

Why would Christians assign a male gender to the God of all creation? First, many of us including myself don’t, at least not intentionally. More on that later. However many Christians inherited referring to God as a male directly from scripture. In ancient Israel, it would have been natural to think of the highest ruler… Continue reading God’s Gender

The beauty of Fall is fleeting. We’re already covered in snow here in Monument. I know we’re all freaked out right now, but don’t let them steal your enjoyment of God’s wonder all around you. Everything passes in a flash. A wonderful reminder from Mary Oliver. Zack Hunt: An Open Letter To Evangelical Trump Supporters… Continue reading Worthy Discoveries and Hidden Gems: 241108

A dear friend once shared that whenever she sees someone carrying a sign that says, “John 3:16,” she assumes it implies bigotry and exclusion. I was surprised because in my privileged white, straight, CIS-gendered bubble, I’ve only ever thought of this verse as being about God’s love. In case you’re unfamiliar with arguably the most… Continue reading For God So Loves All

As the election approaches, it’s natural to feel anxious, but remember that worrying won’t change the outcome. Instead, focus on nurturing your spirit through prayer and quality time with loved ones, allowing their support to uplift you. If you need a positive distraction, dive into some engaging posts that can inspire and entertain you during… Continue reading Worthy Discoveries and Hidden Gems: 241101

The roots of mystical experience in Christianity go back to Jesus and Paul. It is a precious gift of the biblical authors to record this because this mystical experience is what I believe drove the initial growth of the Christian Church and should continue to be a focal point if not the primary focal point… Continue reading The Mysticism of Jesus and Paul