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Category Archives: secularism
The Paranoid Mindset of the Religious Right and the “Worldview” that Fosters It
If one pays attention to the recent rhetoric of the Religious Right, one notices a predictable pattern. Not only does the movement loudly denounce things it doesn’t approve of, but it conjures up images of persecution. Its shrillness exemplifies a … Continue reading
Pope Francis’ Views on a Favorite Target of Culture Warriors: Secularism
Pope Francis’ recent statements urging restraint by the Catholic Church on hot-button issues is a hopeful sign that he may be looking to modify the Church’s behavior in the political sphere. His words are likely a reaction to the hierarchy’s … Continue reading
The Tale of Two Colsons
In the wake of Chuck Colson’s death, we hear a lot about the two Colsons. The theme usually comes in the form of a stark contrast: the Chuck Colson sullied by his early political misdeeds versus the Colson redeemed by his … Continue reading
Posted in Christian worldview, culture war, Religious Right, secularism
Tagged Charles Colson, Chuck Colson, Francis Schaeffer, theocracy
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For David Brooks, It’s All about Original Sin
Sigh. David Brooks is back at it again on original sin. It seems that whenever a heinous act is featured on the news, Brooks directs our attention to the dark underbelly of our own natures. Back in November, it was the … Continue reading
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Tagged David Brooks, original sin
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Rick Santorum’s Theology
Whatever Rick Santorum’s fate may be in the presidential sweepstakes, it’s obvious that he has risen to prominence by promoting a theology that resonates with the far right. Guided by its assumptions, Santorum has offered a religious critique of mainstream secular culture. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian worldview, secularism, separation of church and state, theology
Tagged Francis Schaeffer, Santorum
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