Love as a Public Policy Principle
Homelessness, as an issue, had a huge impact on my philosophical development. As stated previously, I once volunteered for a local coalition of churches working to solve homelessness in our city. As a conservative Christian, my heart wasn’t necessary cold, but I didn’t believe government had any place in altruism. Then the idea of permanent…
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Christians and a Wrong Interpretation of Natural Law
This is an issue I’ve wanted to address for some time, but wasn’t quite sure how. Ironically, this is the general subject of the Law and Public course…
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Depression, Anxiety, COVID-19, and My Faith
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 5:3 NRSV I have long suffered with depression and anxiety. My particular affliction is…
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China, Counter-terrorism, and the Uighur’s
I wrote this back in Law School. Sadly, the Uighur’s are still facing many of the same issues. This should give you some background. Table of Contents I.…
COVID-19 Makes Need for Solutions to Homelessness More Urgent
People Experiencing Homelessness are Adversely affected by COVID-19 The Coalition for the Homeless did a preliminary study on the impact of COVID-19 in New York on people experiencing…
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Generational Battles: Change is Led by Youth
When you are young you are a product of your environment, completely. Your world is created for you by those in authority.…
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“Blessed Are the Peacemakers” says Jesus, so What’s a Peacemaker?
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” Matthew 5:9 Christians, not unlike everyone else, are largely divided on political lines…
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The Individual vs. The Community
In one of my favorite books, “On The Rule of Law” (the book I used with my students), Brian Tamanaha offers of…
God’s Role for Law and Government
Before we get into the nitty gritty of public policy and how Christians should behave in today’s environment, we need to discuss…
God’s Role for Kingdom Builders in a Political World
For about 4 or 5 years I volunteered for a coalition of churches, that focused on addressing a few major local issues.…
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Love and Selfishness
Christians have many thoughts on the creation of the world and the nature of the world. Old earth, young earth, and everything…