Jesus Lived in Occupied Territory
Jesus lived in occupied territory. His mother, Mary, grew up in Nazareth, a small village that included a Roman bathhouse used by occupying forces. Jesus was born in Bethlehem, also occupied by Romans....
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For your Saturday reflection, here are five of my favorite quotes on the issue of compassion. Enjoy and be inspired. Feel free to share! "Go and do likewise." -Jesus "Wherever there is a human being,...
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[Guest post from Activist Faith co-founder and pastor Daniel Darling. Originally posted here.] We’re going through James at Gages Lake Bible Church in a series we’re calling Authentic Faith. Currently...
View Article5 Quotes on Showing Compassion
For your Sunday reflection, here are five of my favorite quotes on the issue of compassion. Enjoy and be inspired. Feel free to share! "Go and do likewise." -Jesus "Wherever there is a human being,...
View ArticleLa Importancia de la Libertad Religiosa
El Señor le ordenó a Moisés: «Ve a advertirle al faraón que así dice el Señor: “Deja ir a mi pueblo para que me rinda culto". -Éxodo 08:01 ¿Por qué le dio Dios a su pueblo la libertad? Así que ellos...
View ArticleReal People, Real Change
My friend Daniel Darling, a pastor and writer in the Chicago area, shared this insightful article on the post-election situation from his part of the country. Good to see what faith leaders are doing...
View Articletogether, our stories change things: #powerofwe
The Help One Now Haiti Bloggers working on their legacy strategy. You're reading about the #Help1Haiti Bloggers Trip. Read more: here we go... @helponenow haiti bloggers...Read the full post here »The...
View ArticleLove Your (Muslim) Neighbor As Yourself
[I first posted this piece back on March 24th prior to CNN's special on Muslims in America. It was mentioned by Soledad O'Brien herself and became one of the most poplar posts on Activist Faith. With...
View ArticleCourage at the Cross
From Activist Faith co-founder Daniel Darling: At Gages Lake Bible Church, we’re going through the gospel of John. This Sunday, we’re finishing up chapter 19, covering verses 31-42. This is an...
View ArticlePeace in Times of Chaos
Photo wikimedia commons Breaking news today reports an explosion near New York City’s Port Authority...Read the full post here »The post Peace in Times of Chaos appeared first on Activist Faith.
View ArticleBe There (Or Turning Off the Tech This Christmas)
We've all seen it...the kid begging for her parent's attention while the mom or dad is too focused on a tiny screen to acknowledge their child. We internally scold the parent, realizing the missed...
View Article5 Questions for an Amazing 2018
What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul? As we look ahead to the new year, many of us will make...
View Article6 Way to Move Forward in Faith in 2018
As many of us face record-low temperatures across the nation, the temptation grows to stay inside where there is warmth and comfort. While this may be fine for dealing with cold weather, it is not an...
View ArticleAbraham Hamilton III: Changing Lives Through Public Policy
Abraham Hamilton III, a husband, father of five wonderful children, lawyer, home-school dad, and a Bible Teacher. He now serves American Family Association as its General Counsel and Public Policy...
View ArticleNew Documentary ‘The God Who Speaks’ Debuts Today
The new feature-length film from the American Family Association (AFA, www.afa.net) called “The God Who Speaks,” bringing together...Read the full post here »The post New Documentary ‘The God Who...
View ArticleBeing a Christian Without an Adjective
At one point in our nation's history, being called a Christian was a good thing. At some point, the word "Christian" became less desirable for many, leading to alternative terms like Christ follower....
View Article5 Ways to Express Your Faith in Action
I live in Chattanooga, Tennessee, America's "most Bible-minded city" as well as the city with the nation's highest percentage of church attendance. Yet these accolades offered little help to many of...
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