Bible
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From Faith to Free Markets, Part 1
The Christian Divide: How Old Theologies of Self-Reliance Became Modern Economic Dogma I sometimes think about my great-grandparents, proud and devout. They were the first generation eligible to draw Social Security. They refused. To them, accepting government help—even something they… Continue reading
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The Work of Angels: A Mother’s Reflection
Authors Note: “Angels” by Emma Nissen plays by default whenever I turn the ignition, a small ritual at the start of each drive. I first heard her perform a few years ago and was drawn to her voice and her… Continue reading
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Proof Texts and Prophets: Does Scripture Endorse Polygamy?
Someone recently argued that Abraham’s polygamy forces a binary choice: either accept it as moral or condemn him as a fornicator [1]. But scripture rarely works in such rigid categories. There are other hermeneutical lenses worth considering. A contextual lens… Continue reading
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Paul, Patriarchy and Power
I’ve often heard explanations along these lines: In Paul’s day, there were “different expectations about how women participated in society, including in church meetings.” It doesn’t mean that “women cannot speak and lead in the Church today.” Many people see… Continue reading
The Little Stream: Where Soul Meets Society — Reflections on Well-Being, Religion, and Power 