Monthly Archives: July 2012

Biblical Politics Favors Authority Over Authoritarianism

It is indeed an ugly thing when religious leaders, who claim to be guided by their allegiance to a Higher Authority in heaven, are indeed slaves to political ideologies that beat like waves, back and forth upon the face of … Continue reading

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Prophetic Ministry Causes Offense

The lessons this week (Sixth Sunday after Pentecost) sharply demarcate genuine and sincere prophetic ministry from all forms of mere salesmanship. Everyone trying to sell you something—either commercial goods or political or religious ideology—tries to butter you up. Tries to … Continue reading

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