When it becomes clear that their beloved pastor is all too non-human, it’s then up to the faithful themselves to offer their own particular gifts for ministry in order to keep the Spirit moving.

Transformation ought to be an essential part of Christianity, but all too often, it isn't.  ProgressiveChristianity.org Co-Executive Director Rev. Dr. Caleb Lines discusses how we must embrace change to experience true transformation.

In order to begin to grasp the levels of evil and the unending darkness of Trump 2.0, it's important to understand some of the background that explains his behavior.

The story I try to impress upon folks is that we are Beloved Partners who have agency, choice, gifts and callings that we must use to heal ourselves and the world. This partnership is our responsibility.

The central idea in the Old Testament is that God is revealed in history. I don’t know how much actual history these stories represent, but they do reveal a God. Sadly, with few exceptions, this is a God I don’t want to have anything to do with.

There is that ritual re-enactment in the Christian faith tradition of spiritually healing with some balm, of sorts. It’s known as the oil of Chrism. Traditionally, it’s a blend of olive oil and balsam.

We’ve all heard the term RINO. It means “Republican In Name Only.” Tragically, a significant segment of American religion has become what I call CINO—“Christian in name only.” Numerous examples follow.

Court orders are being ignored, people are unlawfully detained, those who speak out are intimidated and threatened, universities lose grants, and millions of innocent people are treated as though they did not exist.

Anyone studying the psychology of the public knows full well that if you want that public to approve and accept something, like tax policy that helps the rich, make it sound like an irresistible brownie and ice cream. How about a tax break, ya’ll? 

Transformation ought to be an essential part of Christianity, but all too often, it isn't.  ProgressiveChristianity.org Co-Executive Director Rev. Dr. Caleb Lines discusses how we must embrace change to experience true transformation.

Join Mark and Caleb for this live recording as they enjoy a themed drink (or two) and bring their high-octane progressive Christian perspectives in consideration of the first episode of season 15 of "Doctor Who": The Robot Revolution.

Transformation ought to be an essential part of Christianity, but all too often, it isn't.  ProgressiveChristianity.org Co-Executive Director Rev. Dr. Caleb Lines discusses how we must embrace change to experience true transformation.

Transformation ought to be an essential part of Christianity, but all too often, it isn't.  ProgressiveChristianity.org Co-Executive Director Rev. Dr. Caleb Lines discusses how we must embrace change to experience true transformation.

Join Mark and Caleb for this live recording as they enjoy a themed drink (or two) and bring their high-octane progressive Christian perspectives in consideration of "Star Trek: Section 31"

Join Mark and Caleb for this live recording as they enjoy a themed drink (or two) and bring their high-octane progressive Christian perspectives in consideration of the second season of Apple TV's big hit show, "Silo."

Transformation ought to be an essential part of Christianity, but all too often, it isn't.  ProgressiveChristianity.org Co-Executive Director Rev. Dr. Caleb Lines discusses how we must embrace change to experience true transformation.

Queer & Christian by Brandan Robertson offers a powerful and affirming perspective for those at the intersection of queer identity and Christian faith.

In the third verse from the very end of The Book of Job’s last chapter, the narrator reveals that Job has taken action that would have been shocking to an ancient-world readership: He has granted inheritance of his estate to his daughters as well as his sons.

As one of the most conservative administrations in recent times settles into the White House, concern grows on the left around what this means for reproductive rights. The overturning of Roe v Wade, back in June 2022, was a seismic decision by the Supreme Court and one that has made abortion one of the most important and divisive issues in the United States, but why?

Yes, Jesus lived and suffered under a tyrant all his life.       However, the  Herods are scarcely remembered, but we even date our calendars from Jesus' birth,  and billions think he is the one to go to when we search for the purpose and meaning of our lives.

There is a lot of room for misunderstanding... You have to know what you are looking for, and you have to state it clearly. Perhaps most worrisome is the lurking fear that you may be being misled by the answer you are inclined to trust.

Most nights, for the last few months, at 7pm—the time we once banged pots and pans in appreciation of healthcare workers during COVID—I stand on my front porch and play “We Shall Overcome” on my French horn for the neighborhood to hear. I do it to remind me about hope.

I am sick of white supremacy. I am sick of white people thinking they are smarter, better, sharper, more gifted, more entitled, more beautiful, more holy, more pure, more saved, and more predestined for goodness, love, fortune, blessedness, and thriving than people who are BIPOC.

I believe in God… most days. Of course, there are days when the chaos of the world, unanswered questions about suffering, or a really articulate atheist makes me question whether God could possibly exist.

Trump himself has seriously called for Canada to become our 51st state. Suppose, on the other hand, that various US states would choose to join Canada, if the neighbor to the north would be so kind.

Q&A with Rev. Dr. Mark Sandlin, President and Co-Executive Director of ProgressiveChristianity.org

Transformation ought to be an essential part of Christianity, but all too often, it isn't.  ProgressiveChristianity.org Co-Executive Director Rev. Dr. Caleb Lines discusses how we must embrace change to experience true transformation.

I began to write this reflection on a historic Monday in January, when Donald Trump was sworn into office as our president on the same day our nation observed the annual commemoration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Flipped Table Theology interviews Rev. Dr. Caleb J. Lines, Co-Executive Director of ProgressiveChristianity.org.

I believe anyone can have an experience of God’s presence and that mystical poetry has the power to awaken its insights and revelations. Sourced from mystical consciousness, the words and ideas from this genre of poetry are alive with Spirit.