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Reflections and conversations on life
5 Ways the Evangelical Church is Thriving
Lately, people have been lamenting the transformation on "evangelicals" in the United States. In a viral piece this week in the Atlantic, Pete Wehner says "The Evangelical Church is Falling Apart." But is that true? While mainstream outlets love to amplify the idea...
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Amanda Waldron: Faith Deconstruction (& Reconstruction) Coach [WATCH & LISTEN]
Amanda Waldron has a job title that's very new to the scene: Deconstruction Coach. But not just any Deconstruction Coach. She's the kind that helps folks rebuild their faith when they are seasons of doubt and distress. A trained social worker, Amanda started to hear...
Ashley Lande: From Drugs to Christianity
When I read an article titled "Acidhead: God Took Me Higher" by Ashley Lande, I was totally enthralled. I hardly ever take the time to read an essay all the way through -- especially a long one. But Ashley's beautiful writing and incredible story drew me in. I...
Jackie Aviles: Momma Cancer Warrior and Hope Coach (Listen)
Jackie Aviles is a young mom who got cancer when she least expected it. She is one of my favorite new online friends. I began following her last year, but it took months to realize she had overcome this insane battle against cancer as the mother of two young children....
Do Christians Take the Bible Literally?
Christians take the Bible too literally. You've heard it before. But is that really true? The short answer is NO! While there are some things we are to take literally, so much of the Bible is symbolism, parables, poetry and more. After I heard this take one too many...
Amy Gannett: Theology is For Everyone (Podcast Video)
Amy Gannett does a lot of things. Being a church planter with her husband is no small task, but in addition to that -- she's an entrepreneur, Bible teacher, online leader and Mom to 1-year-old Emerson. I first discovered Amy through her company, Tiny Theologians,...