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2017-07-08T23:55:14-06:00

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The Sermon After the Shooting

Last updated on: July 8, 2017 at 11:55 pm By Jeff Hood

Delivered after the July 7 shooting at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Denton, Texas on July 10, 2016. It’s been a very busy time. Just a few days ago, I organized the rally and march that preceded the deaths of five police officers in Dallas. This morning I want to journey through the story of Dallas and end with in the familiar story of the Good Samaritan. On Wednesday, I partnered with others to organize the protest. We were... Read more

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2017-07-01T23:51:30-06:00

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Truth=False

Last updated on: July 1, 2017 at 11:51 pm By Jeff Hood

God is truth. We are not. The mortal search for truth is continuous. The fullness of truth is never found in this life. Those who believe otherwise are perpetuators of that which is false. Often, I meet these assumed keepers of truth. I was exchanging small talk to a police officer. Then, he realized who I was. For a moment or two, we talked about what that night in Dallas was like. Before we left, he said, “If... Read more

2017-06-27T00:10:04-06:00

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Theology of Abuse in The Park

Last updated on: June 27, 2017 at 12:10 am By Jeff Hood

Earlier today, I took my kids to the park. While they were playing, I noticed a mom disciplining her child. When the child refused to do what she asked, the mom slapped the child across the face. Immediately, my son Jeff screamed, “You shouldn’t treat someone you love like that!” My heart was filled with pride. He’d listened to our teachings about speaking up for the abused. Though the woman acted like she was ignoring Jeff, she heard him.... Read more

2017-06-25T09:46:06-06:00

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Heresy is Participation: A Plea to My Colleagues

Last updated on: June 25, 2017 at 9:46 am By Jeff Hood

Just a few years ago, I traveled to stand in solidarity with a brutalized community. When I arrived, I followed the lead of local activists. They were ready to go. When we arrived at the authorities’ designated protest site, we started to march. For days, we marched along the same path. I even heard someone say, “If we march how we’re told, we’ll get what we want.” Ultimately, I realized that the designated spot was more about control than change.... Read more

2017-06-24T00:38:03-06:00

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3 Years Later: Don’t You Dare Turn Your Head: The Self-Immolation of The Rev. Charles Moore

Last updated on: June 24, 2017 at 12:38 am By Jeff Hood

As the lightening crashes on this night, the passion of Rev. Charles Moore visits me again… Originally written on July 3, 2014 The fiery passion of 79-year-old retired United Methodist pastor The Rev. Charles Moore is raging in my soul right now. On June 23 around 5:30pm, Moore exited his vehicle in Grand Saline, Texas, doused his body with gasoline and set himself on fire. After rescue efforts by bystanders, Moore was taken by helicopter... Read more

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2017-06-28T07:35:57-06:00

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The Murder of a Mom: Justice for Genevive Dawes!

Last updated on: June 28, 2017 at 7:35 am By Jeff Hood

On January 18, 2017, two Dallas police officers trapped a stolen car in the back of a parking lot. When the car started to move, the officers discharged their weapons into the car. Genevive Dawes was mortally wounded and bled out a short time later. The 21-year-old unarmed mother of two was murdered. In the police account of the events, they said that Dawes hit their patrol car and they had to discharge their weapons. The tape doesn’t... Read more

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2017-06-18T10:14:22-06:00

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Disruption: The Language of God

Last updated on: June 18, 2017 at 10:14 am By Jeff Hood

Today is the first Sunday after the acquittal of Officer Jeronimo Yanez. Nearing a year ago, Yanez murdered Philando Castile during a traffic stop. The entire incident was streamed live. The video seems clear. When police officers are involved, nothing is ever clear. How many pastors have mentioned anything about police brutality? How many have they spoken their names? I suspect very few. Chicken shit pastors rule the roost. Thankfully, we don’t have to wait on pastors to do... Read more

2017-06-16T23:44:51-06:00

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God is Afraid

Last updated on: June 16, 2017 at 11:44 pm By Jeff Hood

Humanity mixed with divinity is a lethal combination. Explanations are fleeting. Jesus is the full incarnation of God. Jesus is God. On the way to the cross, there is no doubt that Jesus is terrified of what’s next. From the anxious blood to the pleas for help to the shouts of abandonment, God was afraid. In the midst of pain and death, God wanted out. Moments like this are not foreign to humanity…nor are they foreign to divinity. If... Read more

2017-06-15T20:54:45-06:00

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Politicians Poison Prophesy: Damnable Awards

Last updated on: June 15, 2017 at 8:54 pm By Jeff Hood

Pandemonium filled the church. The television cameras rolled. I beamed as one of the top elected officials in our county walked up to receive an award. Everyone listened intently as I described the official’s accomplishments. Then, the moment we’d all been waiting for arrived. I extended the award and gave the official a hug. Pandemonium broke out again. In the midst of the joy, I saw the cross out of the corner of my eye. Slowly, sickness came upon... Read more

Politicians Poison Prophesy: Damnable Awards

2017-06-11T16:27:34-06:00

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I Don’t Believe You: On Following Jesus

Last updated on: June 11, 2017 at 4:27 pm By Jeff Hood

Jesus promised loyalty. Jesus promised care. Jesus promised miracles. Jesus promised salvation. What happened? Jesus left. Jesus doesn’t care. Jesus is powerless. Jesus has damned us. What in the hell happened? I believe in you. I don’t believe in you. In the chaos of belief, I follow Jesus. Amen. Read more

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