Does God want America to be great?

Six reflections on what God really wants for the world

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February 16, Epiphany 6C (Luke 6:17–26)

I want to be surprised by God, even if that surprise might scare the bejesus out of me.

How and what to think

I’m only trying to teach my religion students one of these things. At least that’s what I tell them.

God’s maternal love

I wonder if what I felt, feared, and learned as a young mother mirrors what God experiences when she tries to feed us.

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Politics close to home

What’s the next right thing we can do? It might be getting involvedat the state or local level.

February 16, Epiphany 6C (Luke 6:17–26)

I want to be surprised by God, even if that surprise might scare the bejesus out of me.

Imagining God’s call (Isaiah 6:1-13; Luke 5:1-11)

I wonder what Isaiah is expecting when he raises his hand.

Politics

Politics close to home

What’s the next right thing we can do? It might be getting involvedat the state or local level.

How and what to think

I’m only trying to teach my religion students one of these things. At least that’s what I tell them.

Does God want America to be great?

Six reflections on what God really wants for the world

Political demons

For theologian and civil rights activist William Stringfellow, understanding American politics means taking demons seriously.