How Would Jesus Judge America?

If Jesus were to visit America, how would he judge us?

Five Possible Paths for 21st Century Churches

Today’s churches are taking at least five different paths toward their futures.

The Bottom Line of My Religion

Loving behavior—not religious beliefs or institutions—is the core essence of healthy spirituality.

You Can’t Love Jesus and Hate Immigrants

Immigrants are real people, created in the image of God, and must be treated accordingly.

Faith, Doubt, and Conclave

Faith and doubt go hand in hand and always have.

TV Interview – The Christian Faith in Two Sentences

Martin Thielen, Founder of Doubter’s Parish, joins Channel 5’s “Issues of Faith” as they talk about the core of Christianity.

The Christian Faith in Two Sentences

A summary of the Christian faith in two sentences.

The (Unforgivable?) Sins of the White American Church (Reflections on the 2024 Election)

After two thousand years of endless failures, is it finally time to stop forgiving the church?

A Flawed, Human, but Glorious Christmas Eve Service

This is the church. With all of its flaws. And with all of its glory.

What You Said about the 2024 Election

Given the magnitude of the recent election, I asked readers to share their post-election perspectives.