Category: Grievance

The Complex Legacy of Race, Racism, and the Intersections of Politics and Religion

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“All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting people’s sins against them. And he has committed to us the message of reconciliation.” (2 Cor. 5:18-19). Understanding the Past, Confronting the Present, and Envisioning a Just Future The issue of race and…

Challenges to Democracy: Political Polarization and the Erosion of Justice and Trust in America

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Do not put your trust in princes, in human beings, who cannot save. When their spirit departs, they return to the ground; on that very day their plans come to nothing. (Psalm 146:3-4) Rising Fear and Authoritarianism: Lessons from History and Scripture In this post I examine the use of fear in manipulating behavior. I also discuss the warning against authoritarianism,…