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Psychedelic churches in US pushing boundaries of religion
The tea tasted bitter and earthy, but Lorenzo Gonzales drank it anyway. On that frigid night in remote Utah, he was hoping for a life-changing experience, which is how he found himself inside a tent with two dozen others waiting for the psychedelic brew known as ayahuasca to kick in.
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Maybe we should let someone hold our mule
"Hold my mule" is a figurative expression from the American South that means when a person is leading a mule and they need to go somewhere or do something very important, they will ask someone to hold their mule.
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BreakPoint: Remembering Amy Carmichael, missionary and defender of children
This month marks the death of Amy Carmichael, missionary to India and defender of children. Though she died in 1951, she is a profound example of not only being faithful to the Gospel but of what being faithful to the Gospel means. Throughout history, in fact, Christians have taken the lead in defending children.
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Pastor Bo: Never dive in the stupid end of relationships
The first thing I wrestle with when taking issue with anyone is whether or not to name them. Sometimes, in so doing, you only add to their notoriety. And in this particular instance, that would undoubtedly be the case and is exactly the thing that the man in question most enjoys anyway.
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The AP Interview: Pope says homosexuality not a crime
Pope Francis criticized laws that criminalize homosexuality as "unjust," saying God loves all his children just as they are and called on Catholic bishops who support the laws to welcome LGBTQ people into the church.
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BreakPoint: Repenting of elitism and chronological snobbery
In a recent Twitter thread, Michael Clary, an evangelical pastor based in Cincinnati, addressed an unhelpful attitude pervasive among Christians.
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Living on Purpose: They hear his voice and follow him
Life is changing all around us.
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Tennessee’s University of the South launches new racial reconciliation program
The University of the South launched a new initiative this week, aimed at promoting frank discussions on racial issues and opening up new political possibilities.
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BreakPoint: Simulated sensations cannot replace human presence
If by pressing a button you could get the same sensation as the most pleasant, relaxing or enjoyable experience you've ever had, would you do it? If so, how often?
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Living on Purpose: Accomplishing God’s will is our purpose
It's disappointing to God that most people are usually more concerned about what they want in life than asking him what he requires of them.