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May 31, Trinity A (Matthew 28:16–20)
Before the Great Commission is proclaimed, Matthew could be accused of being a unitarian.
A house divided and indecent
The question is no longer just whether we can resolve our differences. It’s whether we still recognize one another’s basic humanity.
The sirens in our pockets
Three recent books share a common thread, one that echoes concerns anticipated by Marshall McLuhan. What’s at stake, they argue, is nothing short of our humanity.
Is the church in a status confessionis moment?
Rising totalitarianism is at odds with our faith, and we ought to be clear about that.
May 24, Pentecost A (Acts 2:1–21; 1 Corinthians 12:3b–13)
Have you ever tried to watch the wind? Good luck.
Holy Lexapro? (1 Peter 4:12-14; 5:6-11)
The cares of this world seem only to multiply.
Reading scripture with Augustine
The bishop of Hippo isn’t just for JD Vance and Mike Johnson—and Bible studies aren’t just for evangelicals.
The Louisiana Standard Version
There are many problems with the Ten Commandments laws states are passing. One is the specific text they require schools to post.
The heist of Buncombe Street United Methodist Church
Will Willimon’s story of his childhood congregation contrasts the salt-of-the-earth people who formed him with the conservative minority that took over later.
Looking up is easier (Acts 1:1-11; Luke 24:44-53)
It is tempting to look to the heavens rather than face the reality of the world.
Holy uprising
I’ve long seen the ascension story as an absurdity. John Donne helps me see it as a revolution.
May 17, Easter 7A (John 17:1–11)
I want God to keep us safe. Jesus wants to make us one.