Labels are just words, but they can really affect how we feel about ourselves and each other. As a Black woman, I’ve seen how the words used for my race have changed over time—sometimes fast, sometimes awkwardly, and often with strong feelings. It makes me wonder: Why do these words matter so much, and why do they sometimes make people uncomfortable or…
Why These Events Contradict God’s Plan for Creation and Human Brotherhood One Blood, One Family: God’s Vision for Humanity The Bible teaches that God created all people from “one blood,” meaning that no matter how different we may look or where we come from, we are all part of the same human family. This idea—rooted in passages like Genesis 1…
Why the Rule of Law Matters for Everyone Introduction: What Is the Rule of Law? Imagine living in a world where laws change from day to day. In this world, leaders can do whatever they please. Some people are above the rules, while others are left unprotected. Thankfully, that’s not the world most of us want—or live in—thanks to something called the rule…
A Reflection on Individual Agency and the Structures of the Modern Age Introduction “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” (Rom. 12:2 NIV) The twenty-first century is a strange mix of…
An Honest Look at the Troubling Trends Undermining Our Democracy and Society Introduction: The Widening Gap in American Culture There’s no denying it—America feels more divided than ever. We see arguments not just about politics across dinner tables, on social media, and in the news. These arguments are about the basic rules that hold our society together. If you feel worried,…
Lessons from History and Faith for a Nation at a Crossroads Introduction: America Nears a Milestone Amid Uncertainty As America approaches its 250th birthday, it’s a moment not just for celebration, but also for deep reflection. Our founding ideals—freedom, equality, and self-government—have guided generations. Yet, today, many wonder if American democracy is facing some of its toughest challenges. Political division,…
“And he made from one man every nation of mankind to live on all the face of the earth, having determined allotted periods and the boundaries of their dwelling place, that they should seek God, and perhaps feel their way toward him and find him.” (Acts 17:26-27 ESV) An Unfinished Struggle for Equality Racism has been an enduring and pervasive issue in American history, casting its…
Reclaiming Edifying Speech in an Age of Corrupt Communication In recent years, the tone of public discourse has darkened. News feeds, debates, and social media timelines are saturated with vitriolic language—words that wound, polarize, and degrade. This is especially clear among prominent national leaders. In the sphere of partisan politics, sharp retorts and personal attacks often overshadow reasoned arguments. Genuine…
Why Misusing Faith for National Identity Misses the True Call of Christ As someone who has walked with Christ for over three decades of ministry, I feel a deep burden to share my heart with you about an issue that’s troubling our faith community—Christian nationalism. It’s a topic I approach with humility and a longing for understanding rather than division.…
