Finding Community
Finding community is as critical as obtaining food and shelter, since the need to belong is what makes us human. The isolation and loneliness of modern life have led many people to search for deeper connection, which has resulted in a renewed interest in intentional communities. These intentional communities or ecovillages are an appealing choice […]
This Side of Heaven: Race, Ethnicity, and Christian Faith
In recent years Christian scholars have become increasingly aware of their responsibility to recognize and respond to the challenges posed by ethnic and racial diversity. Similarly, historically white Christian colleges, universities, seminaries and congregations are struggling to transform themselves into communities that are welcoming to minorities and sensitive to their needs. This collection of all-new […]
Lifestyle Worship
We frequently hear the catchphrase, “Worship is a lifestyle.” What does this really mean? It simply means to live a life of love to the Father and mankind. To love generously, giving everything that is within us. The Bible has given us the understanding of “lifestyle worship” as it pertains to being a commandment. The […]
Values in Conflict
Can nursing be Christian? The answer may seem obvious, yet in our pluralistic society, Christian nurses are often told to keep their values out of their work. In fact, Judith Shelly and Arlene Miller ask, can anyone nurse without being guided by some values? Or do advocates of “value-free” nursing actually struggle in their own, […]