Category Archives: martyr

Martyrs: Not bold or noble, but foolish and weak

Posted on September 22, 2020 by Pastor Foley

The way of the cross is the essential context for a biblical understanding of martyrdom. We wrongly associate martyrdom with bold and noble action on the part of the martyr: We think of the martyr as enduring persecution and torture, … Continue reading →

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Notes to myself during this ongoing police investigation

Posted on August 25, 2020 by Pastor Foley

This week I am scheduled to appear at the police station for my fourth day of investigation on charges related to our balloon launching work. I have decided not to make any public comment on the investigation while it is … Continue reading →

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Martyrdom precedes persecution, not the other way around

Posted on January 15, 2019 by Pastor Foley

We must learn how the Bible tells stories of persecution and make sure our modern accounts reflect biblical theology. Unfortunately, these days many accounts of Christian persecution are told like news stories designed to advance the narrative that Christians are … Continue reading →

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