Tag: church and state
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What Really Happened In Houston
Over at First Things, Mark Movsesian has provided an adequate summary of “what’s happening in Houston.” The mayor’s office tried to subpoena documents from local pastors. The pastors cried foul, even though the mayor’s staff might have had legitimate grounds for the subpoenas. Movsesian thinks that the subpoenas won’t be allowed in this case. Then he […]
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Where’s Your Allegiance? A Louisiana Boy in Texas
I am not a Texan, but I’ve lived in Texas for the last two years. Even after two years, these Texans continue to surprise me. Last night at our city’s Fourth of July celebration, I was once again reminded that I am a stranger living in a strange land. At the celebration, a military guard […]
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Where Is the Kingdom of God Today?
Once upon a time in a land called Judaea, there lived these guys called Pharisees. Now the Pharisees kept looking for the Kingdom of God, and they felt that if they could teach the people to be good enough, then God would establish his kingdom in Jerusalem. This idea made sense to many people at […]
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Christians and Elections: Three Thoughts
Another presidential election cycle has ended, and some frustration and disappointment exists in the Christian community. Exit polls show that almost eighty percent of evangelicals voted for Romney, whose views on social issues more closely aligned with traditional Christian teaching. It is understandable for these evangelicals to experience some post-election blues. No one likes losing […]
Reflection and Choice 