Again and Again: A Song for Lent
There's lament - “Why are things so broken – again and again – where has all the mercy gone.” But also this gratitude – "again and again"– in the midst of it all, "God’s love remains."
Look for the Helpers
What can the "look for the helpers" advice do for us in these times? I suggest that, while it doesn't diminish the painful realities of our corporate life, it does offer us one path through the valley of cynicism.
Oh God, Where Are You Now?
If you’re on any kind of a spiritual journey, there inevitably comes a day when all the usual “lights” go out.
The Burning Bush
Some realities are projected onto others disallowing them to be free. My father called this being Black in America. And some realities are not yet. Our children will call that home.
1,000 Tongues, and the Job of Telling the Truth
She spoke with affection about her mother and grandmother and the struggles of their lives. “And my great-great grandmother,” she added in conclusion, “was a slave.” Her last sentence hit me like a thunder clap.
Love for Enemies
As we seek to do justice let’s not forget to love kindness and walk humbly with our God, even in 2020. They will know we are Christians by our love.
Inclusive Hymn Rewrite Challenge
There is nothing gratuitous about the arts right now. They are not added, they are essential—like spirituals in the hell of cotton fields, anti-war songs of the 60s, AIDS blankets and inner city murals and poetry that says what everybody’s tired souls are feeling.
White Church Leaders’ Praise + Protest Pledge
We come together to express our commitment towards fighting racial injustice in our own spheres of influence and America at large.
Waking Up
I turn my face with hand upraised
overwhelmed by the rays of truth
That illuminate injustice
The Coalition For Praise and Protest Statement
If ever there was a time for the church to regain its leadership in integrous, prophetic music that can bring about lasting change, it is now.