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God, through Amos, condemns injustice where the wealthy prosper at the expense of those without. God commands us to make justice flow like a mighty flood. Since the Creation It is now ten weeks since the creation of the cosmos … Continue reading
In the desert, the Israelites had a real worry: starvation. What they didn’t have was trust that God would provide for them. Even with their complaining, God gave them a miracle of enough. Thus Far This marks the fifth reading … Continue reading
A community built on love is a community in shalom (God’s peace). How do we reach for that? By working for justice. God’s will, God’s kingdom, can be glimpsed in true justice. God’s Kingdom Come Series Each summer, I take … Continue reading
While many argue that faith and politics should not mix, our faith requires moral action, including collective action (politics). God commands us to honor and serve all immigrants, politically and personally. Immigration Series For the past two weeks, I’ve been … Continue reading
God is clear on how we are to treat immigrants: with love. This love is not passive; it is expressed in acts of service and justice. Immigration Series Last week, I started a short series on immigration. I’m reflecting on … Continue reading
Immigration is a hot-button topic, now and throughout human history. In this first of a series of blog posts on immigration, I focus on helpful—and unhelpful—language. Current Events, Ancient History You would have to be living as a hermit not … Continue reading
It is Pride season. Marsha P. Johnson, Bayard Rustin, and Maya Angelou are all queer activists who lived out their faith. Check out this post for ideas on how to talk about them in CYF programs. Faithful Queer Leaders June … Continue reading
As he said in Nazareth, Jesus came for people who are marginalized and disempowered. In our own thinking, speaking, and teaching, we must emphasize people’s dignity over their disabilities. In this Epiphany season, Jesus has been revealed as God’s beloved … Continue reading
John’s voice calls us to a baptism of repentance and justice. God’s voice reveals Jesus as the Beloved. Where do we see and hear Jesus today? The Challenge of Epiphany Many (most?) Protestant churches do not have a special worship … Continue reading
In a time of suffering, God gives the people a promise of good things to come. God will reverse their oppression, bringing justice and shalom. Exile and Return Overall, life has sucked for God’s people up to the point of … Continue reading