Who is Jesus for Muslims? | The Christian Century
WEBJun 7, 2017 · Zeki Saritoprak, a professor of Islamic studies, explains how Muslims understand Jesus as one of the five greatest messengers of God, his miracles, his return, and his mother Mary. He also discusses the role of the Holy Spirit in Islam and the common ground between Christians and Muslims.
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WEBThe Christian Century is a weekly magazine and newsletter that covers religion, culture, politics, and the arts from a progressive Christian perspective. Read features, reviews, opinions, and news on topics such as Emily Dickinson, human flourishing, Israel-Palestine, and …
The quiet rise of Christian dominionism
WEBChristian dominionism is the belief that Christians should take control over society and implement Mosaic law. It differs from dispensationalism in its eschatology and political goals, but overlaps with it in its view of America's divine favor.
The strange, humbling ritual of foot washing
WEBHow did Jesus' command to wash one another's feet become a controversial and uncomfortable practice in the church? Explore the history, theology and meaning of foot washing in the context of Holy Week.
Does the promise still hold? Israel and the land: An essay and ...
WEBJan 13, 2009 · How should Christians understand God's promise to the Jews and their land of Canaan? This article explores the biblical and theological implications of Israel's supernatural claim to the land and its role in God's plan of blessing for the world.
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WEBJul 1, 2024 · Browse the latest and past issues of The Christian Century, a weekly magazine of religion, politics, and culture. Find articles, essays, reviews, and opinions on topics ranging from Christianity to social justice.
An even better Bible - The Christian Century
WEBNRSVue is a review and update of the NRSV translation of the Bible, led by the Society of Biblical Literature and the National Council of Churches. It contains tens of thousands of changes, mainly in philology, text-critical studies, and notes, and aims to reflect the best scholarship and ecumenical values.
September 2024 - The Christian Century
WEBSeptember 8, Ordinary 23B (Proverbs 22:1–2, 8–9, 22–23) There is no reward in heaven for those who work to accumulate wealth rather than care for people. by Katie Van Der Linden. September 1, Ordinary 22B (Mark 7:1–8, 14–15, 21–23) Jesus warns that the real danger lies within our minds and hearts. by Katie Van Der Linden.
Why some young Black Christians are practicing hoodoo
WEBJan 13, 2021 · Hoodoo is a form of Black American folk magic derived from West African cosmologies. Some young Black Christians are reclaiming their ancestral spiritual practices while maintaining their ties to Christianity, facing the challenges of ostracization and stigma.
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