Defining Inclusion Ironically, my job just did a survey about diversity inclusion and one of the definitions given for an "inclusive environment" was the ability to be your authentic self. Even after desegregation, black people were considered unprofessional if we wore our hair in it's natural state. Our way of talking, our style of dress, etc., are often dubbed as "ghetto" and labeled inappropriate. There's a long sta… Read more »

A major transition happened in the course of Christianity after the stoning of Stephen--the Word began to be preached to the Gentiles! In this episode we cover: Acts 6-7: The Stoning of Stephen Acts 8: Philip Preaches to the Samaritans & an Ethiopian Acts 10-11: Preaching to the Gentiles We'll get back to the conversion of Paul in Acts 9 next week! Also, what exactly does it mean to be a Gentile? Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in te… Read more »

Pagan Christianity? by Frank Viola and George Barna dives into the traditions of most modern churches. The authors research the history of each tradition and contrast it with the early Church described in the New Testament. Pagan Christianity?: Exploring the Roots of Our Church Practices by Frank Viola and George Barna was recommended to me by a friend from church. Many of the young adults I know have been on a quest to sort out what's real … Read more »

And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers. Acts 2:42 NKJV I have a more in depth overview of Acts 1-5 here This is the first episode in a series covering the book of Acts and the history of the Church When is the last time you heard a sermon on the book of Acts or the history of the Church? Usually you learn the history of organizations you are part of: Fraternal Organizatio… Read more »

There are over 40,000 Denominations in Christianity; let's talk about where they came from and what the major differences are. Introduction Denomination is defined as "a religious group, usually including many local churches, often larger than a sect" or "a group having a distinctive interpretation of a religious faith and usually its own organization." [2] There are an estimated 41,000 denominations of Christianity, thoug… Read more »