Unsettling Advent, Day 14
In day 14 of our Unsettling Advent devotional series, Angela Parker reflects the conflicting ancient treatment of literal shepherds and the use of she shepherd metaphor to describe rulers.
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The first people to deconstruct their faith
Adam and Eve deconstructed their faith, and it resulted in disaster. If you deconstruct your faith, it will result in disaster for you, too. So do not deconstruct your faith. Instead, ask God to decrease your doubts and increase your faith.
Don’t overlook your staff during the holidays
Cherish your staff, rather than overworking and under-recognizing them. Fight the urge to get swept up in the ministry patterns of a busy season and commit time to care for the individuals who make your ministry happen.
The Ukraine: A litmus test for Western civilization
Everyone needs to understand that Putin cannot fulfill his life’s ambition to rebuild the old Soviet Union under the banner of Russia without putting Ukraine once again under Russian control and rule.
Biden’s Build Back Better plan botches God’s role for government
God never said, “Thou shalt not steal unless the majority approves of the theft.”
Unsettling Advent, Day 13
In day 13 of our Unsettling Advent devotional series, Brad Lyons reflects on the story of the Murder of the Innocents and how its message resonates with our world today.
Canada has declared war on freedom of religion, conscience
It may sound harmless, but the Canadian Senate’s decision to fast track and pass a bill prohibiting “Conversion Therapy” is terribly dangerous and, to date, without precedent worldwide. How on earth did this happen?
Confronting another evil empire: China
As President Reagan did with the Soviet Union, we must now face down this threat and make sure that when it comes to religious liberty, human rights, and America’s vital interests and security, we confront Beijing’s evil and, as time goes on, see an end to yet another evil empire.
Ask Chuck: Help my financial anxiety!
With three kids at home and trying to care for some extended family, I'm increasingly struggling with financial anxiety. Now the holiday pressures are making it worse. Please help me deal with this!
What do Americans really think about abortion?
We pray that the Supreme Court will reconsider the grievous error their predecessors made in 1973, and turn abortion regulation back into the hands of the states, which is much closer to “we the people.”
