Tag: love
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Why I’m Teaching A Politics Class at Church
Politics and church don’t always mix well—or at least that’s what we’re often told. But at our intentionally multiethnic church, we believe engaging political issues can actually strengthen our unity rather than threaten it. That’s why I’m leading a class on politics, not to divide, but to bring us together. When another pastor asked me…
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Embracing Our Differences (Podcast)
In a world that often divides along lines of race, culture, and background, the gospel calls us to something radically different—unity through Christ. Recently, I had the privilege of discussing this on the Unity in Christ podcast. Our conversation centered on the idea that true Christian harmony isn’t about erasing differences but embracing them as…
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What Would Dr. King Say Today?
If Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. were alive today, what would he say about the state of our world? Would he see progress, or would he mourn the persistence of injustice? While we cannot know his exact words, his teachings give us a clear sense of the message he would deliver—a call to justice, unity,…
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Executive Order: Love Your Neighbor
A popular workplace etiquette rule says, “there are two things you should never discuss, politics and religion.” Politics has the potential to get people on the defense or in attack mode. Years ago in my own blunder as a naive new professional, I found this to be true. As some in society seemingly indulge in…
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Unity and Power: The Significance of Kwanzaa
Do you know what Kwanzaa is all about? It is not an alternative to Christmas or other religious celebrations? Maulana Karenga, who created Kwanzaa in 1966, said that “Kwanzaa is not a religious holiday, but a cultural one with an inherent spiritual quality.” Celebrated from December 26th to January 1st, Kwanzaa is a vibrant African…
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The Gift of Presence
Merry Christmas! This is the time of year when people are scrambling to find the right gift for their loved ones. Yet, in our fast-paced world, it’s easy to let relationships fall by the wayside. Technology takes the place of the genuine and meaningful connections that are essential for our well-being. In our distracted society,…
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The Blessing of Disagreement
“Everything just looked blurry!” That’s what I told my mom and my kindergarten teacher. School was frustrating because I couldn’t see what was on the board, even when I sat in the front row and squinted. But, thankfully, things changed when I told others what I saw and that allowed them to help me. After…
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People of Reconciliation
When you hear the term “reconciliation” what comes to mind? In America, “racial reconciliation” can be volatile and is usually hotly discussed, or avoided, depending on the setting. While race is a relatively modern concept (concurrent with the transatlantic slave trade), people have always found reasons to separate from each other. Some of these reasons…
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Healing and Restoration
Message from Sunday June 16, 2024 from Ephesians 4:11-16. The way to successful cross-cultural relationships is through empathy and engagement.
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3 Ways to Disagree Well
Do you feel like this when approaching conflict? Most people deal with conflict through avoidance or hostility. They either: There is a better way to deal with disagreements. Focusing on these three things will shift most of your conflict from hurtful to helpful conversations. 1. Focus on the main goal Conflict happens when coworkers or…
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