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Brooks S. McDaniel | 01-12-2026 How Should Christians Treat Immigrants Christians today find themselves navigating a deep moral tension. On one hand, Scripture calls believers to respect governing authorities, to uphold order, and to act with integrity under the law. On the other hand, the same Scriptures repeatedly command God’s people to show mercy to the poor, to welcome the stranger, and to defend the vulnerable. In public discourse, these commitments are often plac

Why the Gospel Divides Humanity Not by Identity, but by Mercy Brooks Siegal McDaniel | 01-13-2026 Introduction: A Mirror, Not a Target Christians often speak confidently about sin. We debate it, categorize it, rank it, and—at times—assign it to others with great clarity. Yet the gospel does not invite us to become observers of sin in the lives of others. It invites us to stand exposed before God. The most dangerous sin in Scripture is not always the most visible one. It

Colossians 3:13-17 What do football, soccer, basketball, and other sports all have in common? They all rely on referees. Without someone to enforce the rules, the game quickly turns chaotic. Referees aren’t there to steal the spotlight they exist to keep the game fair, clear, and moving forward. Paul uses a similar idea in Colossians 3:15 when he writes, “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” To l

How Christians Walk in the Light Without Taking Up the Sword By Brooks Siegal McDaniel Introduction Why Fear Is Not a Faithful Guide We live in a time marked by anxiety. Violence, political unrest, misuse of power, and deep social division have left many people fearful about the future. Christians are not immune to this fear. In fact, faith communities often feel the pressure more acutely, torn between a desire for moral clarity and a fear that restraint will be mistaken for

A Christian Response to Fear, Power, and Faithful Witness In moments of national pain, fear spreads quickly. When violence, injustice, or abuse of power enters public view, many begin to fear escalation—retaliation on one side, overreach on the other. Some worry that disorder will be used to justify greater control, even at the cost of dignity or democratic trust. These fears do not arise from nothing. Real harm has occurred. Real people have suffered. But fear is not the sam

In moments of grief and moral complexity, Scripture is often quoted quickly in search of certainty. This reflection invites a slower reading of Romans 13—one that remains attentive to conscience, mercy, and the wider witness of Scripture.