“If there is any concept worth restoring to its original depth and evocative potential, it is the concept of hospitality. It is one of the richest biblical terms that can deepen and broaden our insight in our relationships to our fellow human beings.” Henri Nouwen, Reaching Out The biblical idea of hospitality overlaps only partly […]
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Do you ever wonder, “How can I make the most of my college years?” There will never be another time of your life quite like this one. The college years are marked by the unique challenge of navigating what is inherently a transitional time in your life. You’re deciding who you’re going to be and what
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I’ve learned that there are certain times when I just can’t find the words to express my thoughts, concerns, or desires in prayer. Often, the emotion is one big ball of yarn that is hard to unwind. In these times, reading and praying the prayers of others can be both enlightening and comforting. In truth,
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Jerry Root is a graduate of Whittier College and Talbot Graduate School of Theology at Biola University and received his Ph.D. from the Open University in England. He has written many books on C.S. Lewis and has lectured on Lewis at 61 universities in 8 countries. He is the Associate Director of the Institute for
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Rev. Dr. Soong-Chan Rah is Milton B. Engebretson Professor of Church Growth and Evangelism at North Park Theological Seminary in Chicago, IL and the author of The Next Evangelicalism; Many Colors; co-author of Forgive Us and the recently released Prophetic Lament. Soong-Chan received his B.A. in Political Science and History/Sociology from Columbia University; his M.Div. from
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In 1573, Paolo Veronese was commissioned to paint a giant portrayal of the Last Supper that would take up an entire wall of the Basilica di Santi Giovanni e Paolo in Venice. They were expecting him to come up with something similar to Da Vinci’s famous last supper scene, but the picture above is what he
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Dr. Vincent Bacote Associate Professor of Theology and Director of the Center for Applied Christian Ethics at Wheaton College (IL). He is the author of The Political Disciple: A Theology of Public Life. He lives in Glen Ellyn, IL with his wife and two daughters. KW: Why do you think Christians in America feel they need permission
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I’m getting ready to lead a small group at our church this September on The Grand Paradox: The Messiness of Life, the Mystery of God, and the Necessity of Faith. In just the last 2 days I’ve heard 2 stories of people using the book for friends and family members going through depression and other
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Guest Post by Jon Huckins As I sat on my porch overlooking the streets of my urban neighborhood and the sparkling lights of downtown San Diego, I thought to myself, “There is no place I’d rather be. THIS is where life happens and where peace is made real.” Just 30 minutes before, I had gotten off a
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Guest Post by Emily Hill Two years ago I quit a successful corporate career to go back to graduate school and study theology and social justice. The sudden change in my life circumstances—including income level and perceived societal standing—combined with my studies has led me to a painful conclusion: my life and faith were much
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