In Romans 13, Paul tells his readers to submit to authorities or face judgment. Is Paul’s instruction a universal command? Is this all the Bible says about our relationship with earthly rulers? As it turns out, there’s more to the story.
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Advent in the Midst of…
I’ve had a hard time with Advent this year. With all that’s going on in the world, it’s been hard for me to celebrate the expectation of the birth of the Messiah.
The Deconstruction Zone
Intense biblical study creates tension. The Bible invites us to sit in that tension, to ask questions, and engage the text. But sometimes the tension becomes so great that it fractures the foundations of your faith. There’s a term for this. Deconstruction.