In reflecting on the importance of the church, first theologically and then sociologically, I am becoming aware how much my… Read more Challenging Our View of Church
Category: Culture
Church: What Shapes You?
I am a diehard football fan, which is only amplified by still living in the town of my alma mater.… Read more Church: What Shapes You?
Authority Pt 2
In determining what shapes our authority (see my previous article), whether it’s Scripture or some other perspective, it’s helpful to… Read more Authority Pt 2
Authority Pt 1
Who holds the authority for our lives? The way we answer this question, whether explicit or de facto, will profoundly… Read more Authority Pt 1
The Priority of Culture
Have you ever realized there is no New Testament equivalent to the book of Leviticus? Even when you take into… Read more The Priority of Culture
Humanism vs Kingdom Part 3
In researching and exploring humanism’s conquest of morality, proper terms have proven elusive. Humanism is a broad descriptor, defining everything… Read more Humanism vs Kingdom Part 3
Humanism vs Kingdom Part 2
Seeds are unimpressive, small, and bland. Most will die without ever realizing their latent potential. But within each batch of… Read more Humanism vs Kingdom Part 2
Humanism vs Kingdom
It’s the human right to give meaning to their lives and build a humane society based on human values in… Read more Humanism vs Kingdom