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EthicsDaily 2018: Working with Partners Addressing Racial Justice
EthicsDaily is committed to working alongside partners addressing the destructive ramifications of racism while seeking pathways toward repentance, reconciliation and redemption. And you can help with that future work.
Light in the Darkness | Advent Three: Joy
In the company of purple and white candles, the pink candle of joy in the Advent wreath appears to be blushing. It’s a contrast to our culture, which seems to have lost the ability to blush.
The UN Declaration of Human Rights and Christian Faith – Part 2
The U.N. Declaration of Human Rights is deeply consistent with the Christian faith, but some incongruities exist between the two. However, the problem is with Christian thought, not the declaration.
December 11, 2018
BJC and Others Speak Out Against Blasphemy Laws (Baptist Joint Committee) Christian Bodies Divided on Prison Reform Bill (Christian Examiner) At Trump Hotel, Spiritual Warriors Pray for Trump in His Darkest Hour...
The UN Declaration of Human Rights and Christian Faith – Part 1
The U.N. Declaration of Human Rights, adopted 70 years ago, is deeply consistent with the Christian faith. It dreams of the “advent of a world” of justice, freedom and peace.
Advent Joy: Finding Joy
Alluring store displays pop up this holiday season to tempt us with things we think we need to give us joy. The Divine mystery, however, offers a joy that’s present even amid suffering and grief.
Emerging Voices | 6 Steps to Cross the Generational Chasm
Instead of criticizing millennials, those of us in older generations need to learn how to span the chasm separating our generations. Here are 6 things to consider.
December 10, 2018
‘It’s Ruined Me.’ Former Independent Fundamentalist Baptists Described Life in Church (Fort Worth Star-Telegram) How the Star-Telegraph Investigated Sex Abuse in Fundamentalist Baptist Churches (Fort Worth...
Do Cooperative Baptists Want to Support Theological Education?
With the news that Baptist Theological Seminary in Richmond will close, are Cooperative Baptist Fellowship members and entities committed to strengthening the remaining schools? Maybe.
The 1 Thing You Need to Survive Church Difficulties: Trust
If you’re a church leader, your first task is to establish trust. If trust exists, a church and their leaders can survive the stress of tough finances, deteriorating buildings and declining membership.
Calling for Peace in Our Backbiting, Gaslighting World
Disputes litter our lives. People backbite; politicians gaslight. Rather than hear the ugly truth, we pick up stones. In a world offering illusions at half price and selling wholesale deceptions, we must call for peace.
December 7, 2018
Under Pressure, Museum of the Bible Removes Charismatic Christian Conference Off-Site (RNS) One of the Oldest English Copies of the Bible Sells at Auction for Over $47,000 (Christian Examiner) What Should we Do With...
December 6, 2018
Thousands Line up at Second Baptist Houston to Pay Respects to Bush (Houston Chronicle) Missouri Churches Receiving Taxpayer Money in Aftermath of Missouri Case (Word and Way) The White Evangelical Lie About Democrats...
EthicsDaily 2018: Working with Partners to Strengthen Interfaith Relationships
Throughout its history, EthicsDaily has been committed to fostering interfaith dialogue and collaboration. With your support, we’ll continue to tell more inspiring stories of global partnerships and interfaith cooperation.
Solidarity with the Poor: Are We All Talk, No Action?
With 40 million in the U.S. alone living in poverty, people who profess to be followers of Jesus – and all people of goodwill – must seek to live in solidarity with the poor. Easy to talk about; harder to do.
Are You a Prophet? Speaking Truth Even When It’s Uncomfortable
While prophecy means many different things to different people, every one of God’s people are called to speak truth even when it makes others uncomfortable.
Profiles in Goodwill: Alyssa Aldape
Alyssa Aldape is associate pastor for young adult and youth ministries at the First Baptist Church of the City of Washington, D.C.
This Advent, Why It’s OK for You to Grieve During Worship
For many, December is a daily struggle of personal grief. During Advent, come alongside those in your faith community who need to voice complaint, anger, grief and despair in prayer.
3 Keys to Help Your Church Maintain Their Fresh Vision
When a church takes the bold step to clarify their identity and move toward a fresh vision, it often requires a significant shift in the congregation’s organizational life. Here are 3 keys to maintaining that vision.
December 5, 2018
North Carolina House Race Involving Baptist Minister Ensnared in Accusations of Voting Fraud (CNN) Southern Baptist Minister Embroiled in Election Fraud Controversy (Religion News Service) Evangelical Retailer John...
EthicsDaily 2018: Working with Partners Toward Gender Equality
EthicsDaily has taken a strong position when it comes to biblical egalitarianism. We believe God created both man and woman as equals, forever encouraging a mutual submission to each other based on love and respect.