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The Most Rebellious Thing a Christian Can Do

Jesus taught us how to #resist. Jesus was a revolutionary who stood... read more


I Found God in a Gay Bar

There were barstools instead of pews, and bartenders standing in for ushers.... read more


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3 Reasons Why Clergy Care Matters

As a formerly suicidal pastor, I’ve learned a lot about recovery and... read more


Why I am Resolving to be a Grace...

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How One Southern Girl Found the Limit of...

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