Faith seeking understanding– without race
Some one asked the question, “How do you eat an elephant?” Some one else answered, “One bite at a time.” I don’t know who eats elephant or thinks that they can eat it all. I never have and don’t think that I would have the taste for one. Who wrote this menu anyway? Still, for […]
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“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 […]
Read MoreThe Bible lists the nations that descended from Noah– not races (Genesis 10). God divides humanity into nations; we have divided ourselves into races.
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The Raceless Gospel 