by Collin Brendemuehl | Feb 10, 2021 | Christianity and Society
There has been a lot of talk of cults lately. The language that describes a “Trump cult” has been popular among political pundits, both professional and amateur. The accusation is that people will follow him mindlessly, like automatons, without question and without...
by Collin Brendemuehl | Jan 23, 2021 | Christianity and Society
“Hot Box” is the term to describe the situation when a group studies everything from a singular perspective. It’s a situation where few options exist outside of those provided. Of course the implementation of a hot box varies from one situation to another, but always...
by Collin Brendemuehl | Jan 11, 2021 | Christianity and Society
It is clear that President Trump did not incite the riot and invasion of the capitol building. His language was clear, that they should cheer on Congress and go home peacefully. That’s a fact. People died in D.C. Many died during the Obama years when the mob...
by Collin Brendemuehl | Jan 2, 2021 | Christianity and Society
Book Review: Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man by Emannuel Acho Nobody who knows U.S. history doesn’t understand the problems we have faces with racial relations in this country. But for all of the sensible discussions we might have on the issue there are...
by Collin Brendemuehl | Jan 2, 2021 | Christianity and Society
Forty years ago we, in college, debated whether or not the “hot box” approach to Christian education was appropriate. Should we keep our children out of public school where there might be some influence? Should we keep them in Christian schools, isolated from the...
by Collin Brendemuehl | Apr 14, 2020 | Christianity and Society
People are looking for a reason to hope. They want hope, and the want a foundation for it. Take a look at the messages around you. The desire is everywhere. Watch The Man in the High Castle. The theme of the series is the quest for freedom. The definition of freedom...
