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June 13, 2019
Texas Governor Signs Controversial ‘Save Chic-Fil-A’ Religious Discrimination Bill (CNN) ‘We Got Nothing’; Few Wins for the Christian Right in the 86th Texas Legislature (Texas Observer) The God Doctrine: How...
Profiles in Goodwill: Scott Stearman
Scott Stearman is pastor of Metro Baptist Church of New York City and represents the Baptist World Alliance and Cooperative Baptist Fellowship at the United Nations.
4 Essential Skills for Pastors Turning Around Churches
With so many churches in decline, most pastors need to cultivate the skillset required to be turnaround leaders. They see a church’s potential and can bring them back from their downward spiral. Here are 4 of their core principles.
Book Takes Readers on Journey Inside Dementia
“Dementia from the Inside,” written from the viewpoint of Dr. Jennifer Bute, diagnosed with early-onset dementia, takes you inside dementia and describes, from a professional medical background, how to understand and help others.
June 12, 2019
Southern Baptists Approve Changes Aimed at Expelling Churches that Don’t Address Sexual Abuse (The Tennessean) ‘Children are Being Hurt’; Rally Calls on Southern Baptists to Do More (Commercial Appeal) Colorado...
What You and Your Church Can Do to Stop Child Labor
Most of us think child labor trafficking happens in third-world countries. That’s true but it also happens in the U.S., so we need to be aware of situations that don’t “feel right” and report them. Here are 3 steps you can take.
Why Christianity and Patriarchy Don’t Go Hand in Hand – Part 2
Patriarchy is a constant in world history. Even though many want Christianity to conform to patriarchy, it’s not God’s dream for humanity. While patriarchy may be a part of Christian history, that doesn’t make it Christian.
Don’t Let Anyone Discourage You from Riding Life’s Motorcycle
Some fear that life is too precarious to live. If life were a motorcycle, they would tell you don’t rev it up too much; don’t go into uncharted territory. Play it safe. Instead, say “yes” to the calling to be freely and fully alive.
June 11, 2019
Her Evangelical Megachurch Was Her World. Then Her Daughter Said She Was Molested by a Minister. (New York Times) Abuse Survivors Call on Southern Baptists to Move Beyond Words to Action (Commercial Appeal) Why the...
5 Ways You Can Make a Difference to Curb Child Exploitation
You may not be able to be 100% certain that every purchase you make is free of child exploitation or trafficking, but you can begin to make a difference by showing companies adding to the problem that you will buy with a purpose.
Why Christianity and Patriarchy Don’t Go Hand in Hand – Part 1
The Hellenistic Roman world, both pre and post the beginning of Christianity, viewed women as subordinate to men. It’s no surprise then that patriarchal language ended up in some portions of the New Testament.
What Your Church Must Do to Help Undo Racism
For churches to help undo racism, it will take more than being nice to each other and planning pulpit exchanges. It involves dismantling racial power dynamics in our systems, institutions and culture that privilege white people.
June 10, 2019
Southern Baptist Convention: 5 Things to Watch in Birmingham (The Tennessean) Sex Abuse Crisis Tops Agenda at Southern Baptist Convention (ABC News) Southern Baptists Discuss Whether One Woman Can Preach (AL.com)...
A Fresh Wind Blows: It’s Time to Raise Your Sails
Like a wind powering a sailboat on the ocean, the Holy Spirit steers us toward a lifestyle of service and simplicity, keeps us grounded in grace and helps us navigate the diminishing and emerging expressions of church.
The Deceptive Trick Used to Justify Ban on Women Preachers
Certain fundamentalists often cite one verse to justify their ban on women preaching in church. It’s a common trick: Isolate a verse, declare it to be universal and offer one interpretation of the text as the “biblical position.”
Look Back | Child Labor Exploitation Not Easy to Recognize
Child labor trafficking goes on all around us. If a child says he or she is being forced to work for little or no pay or is in unsafe and unsanitary conditions, we must be ready to take steps to ensure their safety.
The Power of Productive Dialogue
The church is at their best when we dialogue with respect, humility and love. That’s why EthicsDaily is a safe place for difficult and critical conversations while encouraging sojourners who disagree to be contributing columnists.
Exploring a New Way to Understand the Holy Spirit
We have a clear understanding about God and Jesus, but the Holy Spirit has often been the third wheel of the Trinity. I’ve been inspired by a new way to think about the Trinity, which puts more responsibility on us as believers.
When a University Won’t Support Human Dignity for LGBTQ Folks
You would like to think a university would rise up and take a courageous stand for human dignity and respect. Yet, despite public support, Baylor University leaders refuse to recognize an LGBTQ student group on campus.
Profiles in Goodwill: TaNikka Sheppard
TaNikka Sheppard is president of the Baptist Women of North America.
The Cool Allure of Vaping Endangers Our Young People
Vaping is everywhere, from sea to shining sea, in every hamlet, high-rise and farm, on main streets near you. The electronic cigarette fad is especially popular among young people. And parents need to be alert.