Replacing Religion’s Tribalism with Community

“Jesus said to his disciples: “Do not think that I have come to abolish the law… I have come not to abolish but to fulfill.” But then Jesus proceeds to in fact abolish the Old Testament and replace it. He says, for example, “You have heard the law, ‘An eye for an eye, a tooth … Continue reading “Replacing Religion’s Tribalism with Community”

Called to Community

Jesus is filled with the Holy Spirit. In the midst of rulers who devise division and hatred, Jesus is on a Spirited mission for community and love. “As he was walking by the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon who is called Peter, and his brother Andrew.” “He said to them, “Come after … Continue reading “Called to Community”