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On not idolizing the Olympics
Lindsey Vonn’s experience and my family’s provide an illustrative contrast
Feb 10
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Did the apostle Paul take vacations?
What Paul’s lifestyle says about our calling to both work and rest
Feb 6
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Is the UN worth saving?
Janet Epp Buckingham, who speaks for Christians at the UN in Geneva, explains why her answer is yes
Feb 3
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January 2026
Some of the most glaring discrimination in the church ...
is against unmarried people. Here’s a better vision for singles.
Jan 31
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When do we submit and when do we fight?
That’s a key question for Christians at all times, not just when the world is collapsing
Jan 27
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Making the best of bad choices
From Uganda to the US, Christians struggle with how to respond to rising authoritarianism
Jan 22
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Kristi Noem is the domestic terrorist
What can Christians learn from this case and apply to their service in their own countries?
Jan 13
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How does adultery keep winning?
Another famous Christian's fall shows the devil's ability to entice those who should know better. Don't be the next victim.
Jan 9
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Two of the world's best religious freedom researchers now have a Substack
And I hope you will start reading it, even if you have to drop mine
Jan 6
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Is my president mad at me?
He’s punishing our whole state. I hope it’s not because of this blog.
Jan 2
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December 2025
Times change. This blog is changing.
This is my end-of-year review of blog year 1. I invite you to contribute to year 2.
Dec 29, 2025
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My long battle with spiritual authoritarianism
It’s hard to see friends be abused spiritually. But sometimes, our efforts are rewarded.
Dec 26, 2025
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