Love is the goal, and without love, nothing Christians do has value. How does that posture affect our reading of scripture?
Author Archives: Brice Laughrey
Walking in the Light
What does it mean to walk in the light, according to the author of 1 John? There’s more going on there than conservative purity culture tends to claim.
Victor Frankenstein: the God People Hate
Examining the similarities between Victor Frankenstein, the protagonist of Mary Shelley’s novel, Frankenstein, and some of the perceptions of God presented in Christianity.
From the Wilderness to the Mountain of the Lord
When Christian communities and congregations stagnate, those who pursue God can find themselves in the wilderness, rejected by their communities. What happens then?
Christopher Columbus Was a Christian
Christopher Columbus was a Christian, and his faith was an integral part of his life, even the parts we consider evil. Let’s wrestle with this.
The American Dream
What happens when James encounters the American dream? What happens when the Gospel encounters the American vision of “the good life”?
Positivity
Positivity is important for self-care. Let’s talk about how to recognize negativity in our environments and combat it with positivity.
What Are Breath Prayers?
Breath prayers are a form of meditative prayer that follow the rhythm of your breathing and are great for kids and adults, alike. Let’s explore together.
Dangerous Words: Just
The word “just,” as in “merely,” can be used to dismiss or diminish opposing voices. Let’s look at how this can happen and why it’s dangerous.
Who Is Jesus?
Who is Jesus historically, and who is Jesus to Christians? Also, where does the name Jesus come from, and why do some people call him by other names?
Breaking Bread Theology 