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Sermon 200 Don't Be Afraid, Rethinking Church Economics
Sermon preached 2024-11-24 · A Future With Hope
Writings
Credo
Credo: On Scripture
I've been slowly working on some "credos" for myself, brief statements of belief about particular topics. None of them are set
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.
Sermon
Sermon 199 Grief, Hope, and Sewer Rats A More Honest Look at Loss
Sermon preached 2024-11-03 · Shadowboxing: Confronting the Monsters We Most Fear
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,