From last Sunday's service, the story of Pandita Ramabai, an activist in 19th century #India who worked for #equalrights for women and girls. Later, she converted to Christianity and opened a charitable and educational mission for orphans and widows. universalrestoration.org/2021/05/09/pan…

In my sermon last Sunday I talked about the #DivineFeminine in the Judeo-Christian tradition. God is both male and female, and many verses in the #Bible confirm it! This is an important subject — I hope many Christians will consider it. #HeavenlyMother universalrestoration.org/2021/05/09/hea…

Who goes to heaven, and what is the meaning of #salvation? Some say people are saved if they have the right beliefs. Others say we must live a good life. And some believe in #universalism. In this week's service we explore these important questions. universalrestoration.org/2021/05/16/ful…

From last Sunday's service, the story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a 20th century German minister who warned against "cheap grace," teaching that true #discipleship can be costly. He lived his teachings, becoming a #martyr at a Nazi concentration camp. universalrestoration.org/2021/05/16/die…

In my sermon last Sunday, I explain how the Bible teaches both #universalsalvation as well as the importance of living a moral life. Confessing Christ with our mouth is good, but there's much more to our spiritual journey. #universalism #sanctification universalrestoration.org/2021/05/16/asc…

On #Pentecost, we celebrate the coming of the #HolySpirit. In the early church, many people believed in ongoing revelations from God. This belief reemerged with the modern #Pentecostal movement, creating both confusion and potential for positive change. universalrestoration.org/2021/05/23/ful…

From last Sunday's service, the story of William Seymour, an early 20th century minister who led the Azusa Street Revival, an interracial, Spirit-filled movement that gave rise to the modern Pentecostal/Charismatic tradition. universalrestoration.org/2021/05/23/wil…

In my sermon last Sunday, I discussed the beliefs and practices of #Pentecostalism and how this tradition is having both positive and negative effects on Christianity. Also, the true meaning of receiving the #HolySpirit and being open to God's presence. universalrestoration.org/2021/05/23/com…

Through the sacramental ritual of the #Eucharist, Christians find connection with Christ. In this service, we explore the theme of the #church itself as the mystical body of Christ, in which we should be united in helping each other become our best selves. universalrestoration.org/2021/06/06/ful…

Like the Biblical Hebrews, the United States of America has conceived of itself as a chosen people, called by God to be an example to the world. In our #FourthofJuly service, we consider what it means to be a righteous nation. universalrestoration.org/2021/07/04/ful…

From last Sunday's service, the story of Washington Gladden, the founder of the #SocialGospel movement. He taught that Christians should build God's Kingdom on Earth, and advocated for the rights of workers, the poor, African Americans, and women. universalrestoration.org/2021/07/04/was…

Last Sunday, in my Fourth of July sermon, I discussed what it means to be a righteous nation. Americans have envisioned our country as a "shining city upon a hill," a New Jerusalem to serve as an example to the nations. How can we live up to this calling? universalrestoration.org/2021/07/04/rig…

What does it mean to have a mature religious #faith? Should we close our eyes to other religions and belief systems — or should we seek for truth with an open mind? In today's service we explore the subject of faith, doubt, and #SpiritualGrowth. universalrestoration.org/2021/08/01/ful…

In our fast-paced, materialistic modern world, it's easy to get caught up in the desire for worldly things. But Jesus warns of the spiritual danger of accumulating lots of stuff. In today's service, we explore the theme of the #SimpleLife. #simplicity universalrestoration.org/2021/09/05/ful…

We live in a world full of #evil. The inclination to sin lurks in our hearts. Why does evil so often triumph over good, and how can we change that? In today's service we begin a three-part series on evil: what it is, how it works, and how to overcome it. universalrestoration.org/2021/10/03/ful…

#Evil is constantly at work all around us. It's important to understand it, so that we can effectively resist it. In today's service, we discuss the mechanism of evil: how it works through #addiction, conflict, misguided idealism and loss of #integrity. universalrestoration.org/2021/11/07/ful…

Check out our last service of 2021. We conclude the year with the third and final part of our series on #Evil: How to overcome the wickedness of this world, heal and break free. universalrestoration.org/2021/12/05/ful…

Our ministry in 2022 will focus on blogging about #ChristianUniversalist theology and reenvisioning the gospel for a rapidly changing world. Read this article for more about our plans, and thoughts on the future of Christianity in general. universalrestoration.org/2022/01/09/new…

Many #Christians today are divided by #politics. In my latest blog post, I explain why Christianity should not be politicized. Both liberals and conservatives of faith should focus on living a Christlike life and pursue the ministry of #reconciliation. universalrestoration.org/2022/02/05/why…

Many Christians have doubts about whether the #resurrection could *really* have happened. But the latest advancements in science & tech should open our minds to the supernatural. In this article, we present a 21st century case for the miracle of #Easter. universalrestoration.org/2022/04/17/yes…