Key 2417 – John 9
Readers of the blind man’s healing in John 9 miss a significant portion of the story by not realizing the social welfare context in which…
Key 2416 – Fascism
Like the meaning of religion has changed since the time of Jesus, modern definitions of fascism no longer resemble what creators of the word intended….
Key 2415 – John Part 8
John 8 contains the story of the adulterous woman who was nearly stoned and Jesus explains that he is the light of the world. But…
Key 2414 – Government Provision vs Mutual Aid
Brother Gregory responds to an online discussion around government provision in which modern Christians participate versus the mutual aid community of early Christians. by Gregory…
Key 2413 – John Part 7
When read with right reason rather than ritualistic religiosity, John 7 is full of insights into the teachings of Jesus in Galilee about practical government….
Key 2412 – Ceding Government vs Relocalizing
Activities of the Oregon General Jural Assembly provide an opportunity to highlight the dangers of using force and authority to reform government and practical considerations…
Key 2411 – John Part 6
John 6 is where we find the traditional story of the “miracle of loaves and fishes.” But a careful reading and a deeper understanding of…
Key 2410 – John Part 5
Understanding the key difference between the baptism of Herod and the baptism of John described in John 4 transforms one’s perspective on the entire Bible….
Key 2409 – John Part 4
Activists spreading falsehoods around things like gun violence and climate change demonstrate the importance of a society built on logos. The Book of John—and the…
Key 2408 – John Part 3
Reviewing John 1-3 in light of current events shows us how important it is to have Mountains of Samaria who prioritize the logos. by Gregory…