"At times, the evangelical church has been indistinguishable from Western, white American culture."
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Quote of Note #153: Lament and the Study of our History
photo by GAC "American history tends to be filled with a sense of triumphalism. America's greatest moments are found in winning wars, conquering economic difficulties, and inventing new modern conveniences. The story of America is often portrayed as the story of tremendous success. There have been, however, times in American history for which we should … Continue reading Quote of Note #153: Lament and the Study of our History
Quote of Note # 149: The Materialistic Values of the American Church
photo by GAC "Typically, we see the success of churches measured by the numerical size of the church or the financial health of the church (often reflected in the condition and appearance of the church building). In more colloquial language, we focus on the ABCs of church success: Attendance, Buildings, and Cash. Or even more … Continue reading Quote of Note # 149: The Materialistic Values of the American Church
Quote of Note #147: The Real Nature of Race
Photo by GAC "The category of race has no scientific justification. As a person of Korean ancestry, I have as much in common genetically and biologically with a Swede, a Zulu, or a Lakota as I do with someone of Chinese ancestry. While different theories abound regarding the origins of the category of race, it … Continue reading Quote of Note #147: The Real Nature of Race
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