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Why I’m NOT a big fan of authenticity

“I know you, and I don’t blame you. You don’t want to go out with her ’cause she’s a little chubby.” [Awkward pause.] “What? I’m just keepin’ it real.” I’m not sure how many times I’ve heard this or similar conversations, but it’s often enough for me to want to give up on authenticity. Why [...]

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Your objections to slavery (and my responses)

Slavery is objectionable. I get that. I don’t want to imply slavery is a perfect, all-inclusive way of describing the Christian’s relationship with God. Sounds small to me. And if you don’t think of yourself as a slave, this might not change your mind – and I’m not necessarily here to do that. What I’d [...]

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Top 10 reasons to become a slave

Last week, I shared an introduction to slavery, but I didn’t explain why becoming a slave matters or why Christians should be all over it. That was a mistake – I should have started with this article. In a era where slavery is marginalized, its benefits  go unnoticed… forgotten. Who wakes up in the morning [...]

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Can you do for Christianity what Michael Hyatt did for Thomas Nelson?

I hated Thomas Nelson Publishers. [Update: Check Michael's comment response here for why that hate's dwindling even faster now.] Question: What’s more important than the Holy Grail? Answer: The Holy Bible. And Thomas Nelson doesn’t get it. I’m a fan of the New King James Version. I’ve read from the same Bible my whole life: [...]

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Slavery 101: Fundamentals for slave life

Once upon a time, everyone understood slavery. You either owned a slave or were one. Sure, some cultures traditionally never had slaves, but for the most part, it's been a normal part of life. Until now. Now slavery's banned. (But secretly - or not so secretly - I'm bringing it back.)

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