You Can Learn More About the Trinity, But You Probably Won’t Understand More
Sometimes trying to understand the Trinity feels like trying to understand the Jabberwock.
Purple Dye & Snails: Lydia
Making purple dye required an outrageous number of snails.
Overcoming Division & the American Revolution
The people who fought in the American Revolution were rich and poor, black and white, men and women, and had different religions.
Religious Courage Followed by Human Fear in the American Revolution: Rev. Jacob Duché, Jr.
The first chaplain of congress was passionate about ending tyranny, but ultimately he abandoned the cause, believing that order was more important than independence.
Resisting Nazis: The White Rose
The White Rose resisted the Nazis by calling on the conscience of Germans to stand up against persecution of Jews, violence, and injustice.
Reading the Writing on the Wall: Berlin Wall Graffiti & Downfall
Graffiti on the Berlin wall said “whoever builds walls needs them.” There is no tyranny that lasts forever.
There Were Some Warning Signs: The Titanic
People were overly optimistic about the Titanic so they misjudged the dangers right in front of their eyes.
Ground Control to Major Tom: David Bowie & Chris Hadfield
David Bowie’s song of heartbreak became the world’s first music video shot in outer space. Even a song of loneliness can be a source of connection.
Sin Boldly: Martin Luther
Sin, but don’t cover it up. Believe in Christ more than the power of sin.
Faith, Trust, Risks, Obedience, Belief: Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Faith means being willing to take risks that Jesus asked us to take.