Faith seeking understanding– without race
Why I am so adamant when it comes to my position on race and its position behind me? Why can’t race represent me or introduce me? Why do its prejudices not speak for my neighbor, the stranger or the immigrant? Why can’t its stereotypes inform my understanding of human beings? I’m glad that you asked. […]
Read MorePaul is talking about the life and witness of Abraham and in so doing, provides us with revelatory truth and I like what he says in Romans chapter 4 in the midst of his lesson: “20No distrust made him waver concerning the promise of God, but he grew strong in his faith as he gave […]
Read MoreAfter an incident is determined to be race- related, persons sometimes say, “Racism is alive and well.” They point to the latest insult that adds to the countless injuries of race- relations. Or worse still, they point to the most recent death by fear, misunderstanding, power struggle and/or prejudice. Perhaps, with excitement or maybe disappointment, […]
Read More“So if you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your mind on things that are above, not on things that are on earth, for you have died and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who […]
Read More“I can’t think of a clever sermon title.” “What words rhyme with race?” “I don’t know where to begin.” I’m not an expert.” “It’s too sad.” “People won’t come to church to hear that.” “People will leave.” “I will never forgive them for what they did.” “It will make people angry.” “It will hurt. It’s […]
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The Raceless Gospel 