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Can my belief in the imminent return of Christ motivate me to social justice activism? This is a question I have repeatedly asked myself as I reflect…… Read more “Leading Justice to Victory: The Gospel and the Struggle for Equality”

In answer to a question put to him by an expert in the law, Jesus told the story of the now classic incident widely known as the…… Read more “On Good Samaritans, My American Journey and Black Lives Matter”

In answer to a question put to him by an expert in the law, Jesus told the story of the now classic incident widely known as the…… Read more “On Good Samaritans, My American Journey and Black Lives Matter”

 He does not crush the weak, or quench the smallest hope; Until He leads justice to victory, and his name will be the hope of the world…… Read more “Leading Justice to Victory”

The image of a white police officer kneeling on the neck of a bound and helpless black man is forever stamped on the memory of all who…… Read more “Is this the Year of God’s Favor?”

Albert Einstein wrote that the fear of death is the most unjustified of all fears, for there is no risk of accident for someone who’s dead. It…… Read more “Trust: The Path to True Freedom”

Why is it that despite having our pantries stocked with food and being safely ensconced in our homes are we still overwhelmed with fear and anxiety? Could…… Read more “Why Covid-19 does not have to scare you to death”

Frederick Douglas reflecting on his state of mind prior to escape from slavery wrote, “The silver trump of freedom had roused my soul to eternal wakefulness. Freedom…… Read more “Frederick Douglas, the Power of Hope and the Courage to Get Through Tough Times”

What is spiritual distress? Some researchers note spiritual pain has always been a part of human existence (Heyse-Moore, 1996).