Abortion vs. character
In the Trump-Biden race, which issue matters more to Christian voters? By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle For Connor McDaniel, one issue ranks as most important in the 2020 presidential race. Abortion. “There are few people of character/integrity in politics,” said McDaniel, a member of the Bremen Church of Christ in Georgia. “The same way we go to (a department store) and buy clothes made with … Continue reading Abortion vs. character
Why these 21st century David Lipscombs won’t vote for Trump or Biden
Turned off by divisive politics, some Christians see wisdom in the late Gospel Advocate editor’s hands-off approach to government. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle David Lipscomb, an influential leader in Churches of Christ from the Civil War until World War I, urged Christians to refrain from voting and participation in civil government. More than a century after the Tennessee preacher’s death, his approach to Caesar … Continue reading Why these 21st century David Lipscombs won’t vote for Trump or Biden
Will we soon live in a world without Mormons and Southern Baptists?
By Bobby Ross Jr. | Religion Unplugged Editor’s note: Every Friday, “Weekend Plug-In” features analysis, fact checking and top headlines from the world of faith. Got feedback or ideas for this column? Email Bobby Ross Jr. at therossnews@gmail.com. When it comes to religious groups, what’s in a name? In 2018, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints began a push to get rid of the term “Mormon.” (A quick … Continue reading Will we soon live in a world without Mormons and Southern Baptists?
Trump vs. Biden: How to keep politics from dividing Christians
Talk. Love. Show respect. Believers offer advice for improving dialogue in a polarized nation. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle Dan Sims, a member of the Caldwell Church of Christ in Idaho, supports President Donald Trump. Jenna Howard, a member of the Heritage Church of Christ in Fort Worth, Texas, favors former Vice President Joe Biden. Jared Randall, preacher for the Greater Portland Church of Christ in Maine, remains undecided. … Continue reading Trump vs. Biden: How to keep politics from dividing Christians
My grandson, COVID-19 and me
Seeing the once-in-a-century pandemic through the eyes of a 2-year-old. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle OKLAHOMA CITY — As soon as I open the garage door, I hear the sweet voice of my 2-year-old grandson. “Hey, Papa, I’m riding a bike!” he calls from our front sidewalk. Taking a break from a Christian Chronicle deadline, I find Bennett playing outside with his Nana — my wife, … Continue reading My grandson, COVID-19 and me
You are what you tweet
I moderated a recent “Christian Chronicle Live” panel discussion on best social media practices for Christians during an election year. Digital news editor Chellie Ison wrote about the “You are what you tweet” discussion for the Chronicle. Continue reading You are what you tweet
An emotional return
Worship center reopens at site of deadly Texas church shooting. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle Visible scars were gone — the bullet holes, the bloodstained carpet — as the West Freeway Church of Christ in White Settlement, Texas, made an emotional return to its worship center Sunday. Eight months after a gunman opened fire during the Lord’s Supper, new blue-cushioned pews, reconfigured walls and a lowered ceiling … Continue reading An emotional return
Time for a pop quiz: 7 questions about the stunning exit of Jerry Falwell Jr.
By Bobby Ross Jr. | Religion Unplugged Editor’s note: Every Friday, “Weekend Plug-In” features analysis, fact checking and top headlines from the world of faith. Got feedback or ideas for this column? Email Bobby Ross Jr. at therossnews@gmail.com. Was it just three weeks ago that we were talking about a “racy picture” of Liberty University’s then-president, Jerry Falwell Jr., sparking curiosity and controversy? Given the allegations that surfaced this week, … Continue reading Time for a pop quiz: 7 questions about the stunning exit of Jerry Falwell Jr.
Family who survived Katrina by escaping to church balcony marks storm’s 15th anniversary
God used the 2005 hurricane, the Marsalises believe, to prepare them for what came next. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle NEW ORLEANS — Even a decade and a half after the storm, Angela Marsalis still prefers to avoid the subject of Hurricane Katrina. “I guess it feels like I’m still not ready to deal with it, even though I know all the … Continue reading Family who survived Katrina by escaping to church balcony marks storm’s 15th anniversary
Faith. Family. Fastballs. 