Tag: politics
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A note to the church after the election
The election has happened. There are a lot of different feelings about it! Here are some thoughts, not just for citizens, but disciples of Christ.
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Christians risk getting sucked into a vortex. Here’s what to do.
Controversy and polarity are all around us. It’s like a vortex. How do we approach and respond to all of this in a way that is sane and centred on Christ? This sermon (also released as a podcast episode) find surprising guidance in Jesus’ transfiguration (Mark 9:2-13).
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A Troubling Week for the World—Specific things to pray (and work) for from January 17-23
From the Inauguration to forgotten tragedies, enemies and echo chambers, here are 6 ideas. Listening option available.
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More than just one or two “faith issues” at the polls
In an election, there are more ‘faith issues’ than you might think. How will the 20+ million Canadians who somehow identify with Christianity respond?
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Why I don’t always vote the same way anymore
With fluctuating polls, a new PC leader, and argumentative debates, there’s a lot of cynicism and uncertainty about what’s going to happen in the provincial election. Here are a few things to think about and why I don’t always vote the same way anymore.
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A Prayer for Justin Trudeau
Lord, you know what it’s like to lead. The rest of us can only imagine the cacophony of personalities and competing priorities, the stress and solitude, the temptations and trials. But also the opportunity. No matter who we support, we all seem to want a Canada that is “true north strong and free.” And so…
