As a Christian, I’m struggling with politics right now. Understatement of the year, and for 2020, that’s saying something. The longstanding message from the Evangelical right is that “good Christians” vote Republican, not because they get it all right, but because Dems get it all wrong. As I’m considering the 2020 election, the “good Christians” … Continue reading a voting revelation
Justice
social justice, Bible style
Since I started speaking out for racial reconciliation, I’ve had many people question my faith, wondering if I’m even a Christian anymore. I’ve been so confused by this, because based on what we know of Jesus, it seems that he’d be on the side of racial justice too… I’ve also seen a number of Christians … Continue reading social justice, Bible style
what’s a pro-life voter to do
I’ve only voted in five presidential elections in my life, and often I felt like I was simply trying to choose the lesser of two evils. If I ever threatened to vote independent, my grandpa would try to convince me that I was throwing away my vote. He admitted it wasn’t a fair system, but … Continue reading what’s a pro-life voter to do
it’s not black OR blue
When I first started using the phrase “Black Lives Matter” in posts about racism, I was surprised at how many people responded by affirming their support for law enforcement. I didn’t understand what one had to do with the other. I reached out to a few friends in law enforcement and asked about their views … Continue reading it’s not black OR blue
go and do likewise
Imagine if Jesus said to the adulterous woman, “If you didn’t want to get stoned, you shouldn’t have had an affair.” If he had said to the poor, “God anointed me to bring you good news, but you wouldn’t be in this position in the first place if you just worked harder and pulled yourself … Continue reading go and do likewise
a tale of two countries
The division in the Church has been baffling me. We all know and love Jesus. We’re all seeking to follow him. And we’re ending up in two completely different places. HOW? I’m finally beginning to understand a little more. Several friends that I love and trust have said, “It’s like we live in two different … Continue reading a tale of two countries
this has been broken for a long time…
“The truth is, more and more I’m sharing unpopular words, or at least words that represent unpopular opinions. Being the enneagram two people-pleaser that I am, this has been a difficult position to find myself in. But when I look at how wildly unpopular Jesus was during the last few years of his life, I … Continue reading this has been broken for a long time…
My 1st Anti-racist 4th
I’ve been dreading this holiday for weeks. Normally, I’m here for it all- friends, family, food, fireworks. I’m big on tradition; have been my whole life. And there’s just something so simple and fun about the 4th. I love the expectation and fanfare of it all. The thing about tradition is its comforting rhythm. It … Continue reading My 1st Anti-racist 4th
Yes, I’m Still a Christian
I had a dream last night that our fish died. There was an earthquake and apparently water had sloshed out of his tank and we didn’t notice until it was too late. In the dream, I was desperate to save Carl. That’s our fish. I was doing everything I could to get water to his … Continue reading Yes, I’m Still a Christian
Dear Mr. John Wayne…
Dear Mr. John Wayne, Like you, I grew up in Southern California. I remember having your former home pointed out to me many times riding around in a boat in Newport Harbor, and I have flown in and out of the airport bearing your name countless times. My dad was a huge fan of your … Continue reading Dear Mr. John Wayne…
