Tag Archives: Jesus

Why Shane Claiborne’s Idea of Being “Long Gone” is the Wrong Kind of Holiday Mischief

Posted on December 6, 2010 by Pastor Foley

One of my new year’s resolutions for 2011 is to try hard to agree with Shane Claiborne and Christianity Today’s Mark Galli at least one time apiece. But it is still 2010. Shane’s A Season for Mischief and Conspiracy: A … Continue reading →

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The Alternative to Changing the World is not Insignificance. It’s Faithfully Re-Presenting Christ.

Posted on November 5, 2010 by Pastor Foley

I agree with CT’s Mark Galli.  It’s stunning and disconcerting to see the number of new books and articles encouraging Christians to change the world. But I disagree with Mark Galli that the solution is to glorify insignificance. The opposite … Continue reading →

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How to Build Generosity: Don’t Teach People How to Give More. Instead, Teach Them How to Love More, and the Giving Will Follow

Posted on October 20, 2010 by Pastor Foley

I wrote earlier this week about how much I liked David Brooks’ review of David Platt’s book, Radical, which I am anticipating I will also like very much. And since I am having a like-fest this week, let me note … Continue reading →

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