A worldview shapes how we interpret and engage with the world around us. In this series, we explore the concept of a biblical worldview and its vital importance for Christians today. Rooted in the grand narrative of Creation, Fall, Redemption, and Restoration, a biblical worldview offers a comprehensive framework for understanding reality and guides us in living a life aligned with God’s truth. By examining these overarching themes, we will see how they influence our beliefs, values, and actions, providing a lens through which we can navigate contemporary culture with clarity and purpose. Throughout this series,…
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Why Religious Liberty Matters Today
Religious liberty is more than a line in the Bill of Rights; it’s woven into the very fabric of America. But what exactly is religious liberty, and why does it matter so…
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Servant Leadership Examples from the Bible
Leadership isn’t just about power and authority; it’s about service, humility, and making a lasting impact. In this series, we’ll explore the profound lessons of Servant Leadership as exemplified by some of…
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A Tale of Fire: Reflections on Rome, Nero, and Los Angeles
Rome burned for six days in the summer of AD 64. Flames devoured ten of its fourteen districts, and the city that had been the beating heart of an empire was reduced…
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Conclusion: Reflections on Religious Liberty’s Role in American Identity
This is Part 10 of the series Why Religious Liberty Matters Religious Liberty in America:A Journey Through Faith and Freedom Religious liberty is more than a foundational principle of American law—it is…
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Part 9: Religious Liberty and International Comparisons
This is Part of the series Why Religious Liberty Matters Religious Liberty Beyond Borders:A Biblical View on Freedom and Faith Religious liberty is not merely a legal concept; it is rooted in…
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Part 8: Contemporary Issues and Future Directions
This is Part 8 of the series Why Religious Liberty Matters Faith Under Pressure: Religious Liberty in the Face of Cultural and Ideological Change Religious liberty is at a critical juncture in…
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Part 7: Religious Liberty in the Workplace and Public Sphere
This is Part 7 of the series Why Religious Liberty Matters Walking by Faith: Navigating Religious Freedom in Business and the Public Sphere Religious liberty is more than just a constitutional right;…
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Part 6: Modern Challenges and the Rise of RFRA (1990s)
This is Part 2 of the series Why Religious Liberty Matters Religious Liberty on Trial: The Path to RFRA and Beyond In the 1990s, America faced new challenges in balancing religious liberty…
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Part 5: The Civil Rights Era and Minority Faiths
This is Part 5 of the series Why Religious Liberty Matters Faith in Action: Religious Freedom During the Civil Rights Era The Civil Rights Era of the 1950s and 1960s reshaped American…
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The Real History of Thanksgiving: A Story of Faith, Gratitude, and Wild Turkey (Not the Whiskey)
Ah, Thanksgiving! A day when we gather with family, eat enough food to make a Roman emperor blush, and engage in the time-honored tradition of awkward conversations with relatives. But beyond the…
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Part 4: The Expansion of Rights (1900s)
This is Part 4 of the series Why Religious Liberty Matters Faith Under the Law: The Evolution of Religious Liberty in Modern America Religious liberty is a gift rooted in God’s design…
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Part 3: Early Challenges and Interpretations (1800s)
This is Part 3 of the series Why Religious Liberty Matters Balancing Belief and Practice: The Early Challenges of Religious Liberty By the early 19th century, America was an independent, rapidly expanding…
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Part 2: Founding Principles and the First Amendment
This is Part 2 of the series Why Religious Liberty Matters The Birth of Religious Liberty: Founding Principles and the First Amendment As America’s founders embarked on the journey of establishing a…