by Mitch Randall | Dec 16, 2022 | Opinion
Since singer/songwriter Mark Lowry wrote the 1984 Christmas hit, “Mary, Did You Know?” pastors, theologians, inquisitive laity and holiday enthusiasts have deconstructed and reconstructed Lowry’s question. While thousands of well-meaning Christians have dissected...
by Mitch Randall | Sep 29, 2022 | Opinion
American Baptist Home Mission Societies held their 2022 Space for Grace conference in Kansas City last week. The theme of “Testify!” speaks to the need in these times for diverse voices sharing genuine, honest dialogue about issues of Christian leadership,...
by Starlette Thomas | Jun 27, 2022 | Opinion
It is the season after Pentecost, but the North American church should not stop seeing red. Not “fighting mad” but a righteous anger in response to injustice is warranted. After an extensive report of the sexual misconduct of Southern Baptist Convention clergy, the...
by Gordon King | May 11, 2022 | Opinion
Generations of sincere people have abused and misused the fourth beatitude of the Sermon on the Mount. It is time to rescue this saying – “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled” – from perfectionist moralities and allow it...
by John D. Pierce | Mar 15, 2022 | Opinion
Jesus warns his followers about the dangers of exhibitionist religion: “Be careful not to practice your righteousness (or rightness) in front of others to be seen by them” (Matthew 6:1a). We are called to be servants, not showboats. And impressing others with our...
