by Richard Wilson | Dec 11, 2018 | Opinion
Take a long, thoughtful look at the Advent wreath as you approach it on the third Sunday of the season. The candle of joy appears to be blushing. The deep purples of the candles of hope, peace and love give an added starkness to the pink of the candle of joy. Approach...
by David P. Gushee | Dec 11, 2018 | Opinion
The United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights is deeply consistent with the Christian faith, rightly understood, as I discussed previously. There are, however, some incongruities between the declaration – really, all human rights declarations – and certain...
by David P. Gushee | Dec 10, 2018 | Opinion
A fresh reading of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights on this 70th anniversary of its adoption is well worth the effort. It leads me to the conclusion that this historic document is deeply consistent with the Christian faith, rightly understood – but that...
by Merianna Harrelson | Dec 10, 2018 | Opinion
I find myself in Target at least once a week, as it is the closest grocery store to our house. My visits during this season are different, though. I find my mind and my focus wandering to all the items I “need.” It’s something about the purposeful displays and the...
by Tyrone Keels | Dec 10, 2018 | Opinion
My “burning bush moment” came at the age of 38. I was called from being a shepherd in corporate America (mid-level management) to shepherding God’s people (pastoral ministry). With this calling, I realized I needed training, so I enrolled in seminary. There, I found...
by Ircel Harrison | Dec 7, 2018 | Opinion
The Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond is closing its doors at the end of this academic year. The seminary has blessed many through its capable administration, gifted faculty and effective alumni. Born with a great vision in a time of Baptist turmoil, the...
