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The failed Samaritan
The failed Samaritan

In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus redefined the meaning of “neighbor” as the one who showed compassion. Then he added “Go and do likewise.” Of all Jesus’ parables, this is the only one where he added that phrase.

This little light of mine
This little light of mine

When we find ourselves, we find joy. We discover a testimony of grace planted in our hearts by the living God. When we find the little lights of ours, we cannot but let them shine. On this Trans Day of Visibility, find that light, and let it shine.

Weekly religion news roundup (March 14-20, 2025)
Weekly religion news roundup (March 14-20, 2025)

Each Friday in The Christian Citizen, we publish a Religion News Roundup with summaries of religion news stories and links for those who want to read more.

Pressing on into Lent
Pressing on into Lent

I need to find the holy in my semi-dark kitchen while I wait to pour 12 ounces of consolation into my cup. I need to escape into whatever wilderness I can, away from it all, while the world appears to burn around me.

The best book in the Bible that you’re not reading
The best book in the Bible that you’re not reading

I believe Habakkuk is the best book in the Bible that no one reads. When I look around in the world — when I wonder why the unjust prosper and righteous struggle — when I wonder why God seems silent in times of suffering, Habakkuk provides the reminder that the righteous commit to God’s ways, no matter the frustrations of the stormy present.

Rooted in Heaven * Grounded in Love

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Rooted in Heaven * Grounded in Love *

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