To orient ourselves for Election Day, we must understand that God establishes human government to promote good and punish evil.
William Wilberforce: Faith that Changed a Nation
On February 23, 1807, after nearly two decades of setbacks, speeches, defeats, and renewed efforts, the British House of Commons voted overwhelmingly to abolish Great Britain’s slave trade. Members rose to cheer as William Wilberforce—exhausted and overcome with emotion—sat, with tears streaming down his face. This was a political victory, for sure; however, its roots…
Patriotism or Nationalism: A Distinction that Makes a Difference
A while back, I had a parishioner ask me, “What is the difference between patriotism and nationalism?” Intuitively, I knew there was a difference, but I struggled to articulate it. Over time, and as the idea of “Christian Nationalism” gained momentum, I continued to ponder the question. Personally, I’m very uncomfortable with the way our political leaders are interpreting…
Politics, Perspective, and the People of God
The church’s duty is to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ, his reign, and the coming of his Kingdom. Its primary role is not the advancement of an earthly political agenda.
Political Violence and a Crucified Lord
How should Christians react to a rise in political violence? Anger is justified, but sin is not. Instead, we look to our crucified Lord, whose conviction was political violence, whose crucifixion was political violence, who himself grieved political violence, but whose resurrection triumphed over political violence. As Christians, we proclaim the superior hope of repentance…
Why and How to Pray for Our Leaders
When the dust settles following an election, it is not unusual to hear Christian leaders exhort the faithful to pray for our leaders, regardless of how we voted, our party preference, or any of a number of factors that might otherwise lead us to neglect such prayer. Anglicans find form and manner to pray for…
Guest Post: Kentucky Teacher Protests and an Anglican Church
This guest post was provided by Kentucky teacher Heather M. Morgan, who is a member of St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Frankfort, Kentucky. Many Kentucky teachers have been protesting low wages and inadequate funding. St. Peter’s sits adjacent to the Kentucky state Capitol. St. Peter’s Anglican Church in Frankfort, KY has always been keenly aware of…
Interview: Arrabon
After the events in Charlottesville in August, I came across an article by Doug Paul of Missio Alliance with a catchy and convicting subtitle: “When a Generation of Church Planters Reach Only White People” In reviewing the book The Creative Class, Paul argues (persuasively) that in creating ‘hip’ church plants, many young pastors may be inadvertently…
How to Pray for the New President
I watched a bit of the Inauguration ceremonies. If our new President wants to Make America Great Again, he started with a whole lot of God and Country patriotism that frankly, was moving to me in a sentimental way. I am a baby-boomer. A child of the 60’s before and after the country changed for…
