Modern readers, especially in the global West, may react strongly to these stark commandments of Jesus regarding wealth/possessions: “If you want to be perfect, go, sell your possessions...
The new year is always a great time to assess current habits and implement new ones. As we reflect on the previous year, we can evaluate what worked...
2023 was a year of growth (and change!) across many areas of life: work, technology, cultural, and religious affiliations. Significant shifts have occurred as people of all ages...
There is no brighter symbol of the Christmas story than that of the star of Bethlehem. Every year, we hear how the Magi traveled from the East, following...
It all started as a hunt for a simple classroom illustration. I was teaching a seminary course on Christian history and preparing a lecture on the events of...
And in despair I bowed my head/”There is no peace on earth,” I said/”For hate is strong, and mocks the song/of peace on earth, goodwill to men!” –...
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