Favorite Verses on Faith and Action
People often ask me why I am involved in activist issues as a Christian. I tell people, "For the Bible tells me so." Here are some of my favorite verses for your reflection for this Sunday: He has...
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View ArticleTop 10 Verses on Faith and Action
Image from Wikipedia Commons There are many Bible verses about faith and action, but what are some of the best? My top 10 include the following: "He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what...
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View ArticleTrue Activism Begins in the Heart
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View ArticleTrue Activism Begins in the Heart (Part 2)
What is true activism? In my previous post, I noted that in his Sermon on the Mount, Jesus starts with teachings rooted in the Old Testament and offers a higher standard related to our inward motives....
View ArticleTrue Activism Begins in the Heart (Part 3)
[Note: This is the third in a three-part series. Part 1 and Part 2 are also available.] What is the heart of true activism? We've looked at six traits Jesus communicated... Read the full post here »...
View ArticleAuthentic Faith for Generation Z
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