No such thing as a “Righteous War”

This week marks the centennial anniversary of the First World War’s beginning.  For many, it was the war to end all wars; and for powerful clergy that shaped religious and political life in America at the time, it was the very war by which God would usher in His Kingdom. In his book, The War for Righteousness, historian (and myContinue reading “No such thing as a “Righteous War””

How to give, where to give: An exercise in Generosity

Over the past few years, I have been solicited by friends who are on the mission field.  These days, denominations do not fully fund missionaries, so many who are called to spread God’s Word rely on individual support. Although there is a debate about tithing in church, there is no doubt that giving is aContinue reading “How to give, where to give: An exercise in Generosity”