n the Roman Empire, sexual abuse was rampant.  Male slave owners regularly raped their male and female slaves.  “Homosexuality” did not exist as a distinct social category at the time:  it was common for otherwise heterosexual men to engage occasionally in homosexual acts. 

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.

We know how hard it is to come up with fresh sermons each week. Take Back Christianity has condensed an array of thoughtful and theologically-rooted sermon starters. We invite you to peruse and use these resources, as you use your voice to help create a better world for our Christian faith and our nation.

We know how hard it is to come up with fresh sermons each week. Take Back Christianity has condensed an array of thoughtful and theologically-rooted sermon starters. We invite you to peruse and use these resources, as you use your voice to help create a better world for our Christian faith and our nation.

We know how hard it is to come up with fresh sermons each week. Take Back Christianity has condensed an array of thoughtful and theologically-rooted sermon starters. We invite you to peruse and use these resources, as you use your voice to help create a better world for our Christian faith and our nation.

We know how hard it is to come up with fresh sermons each week. Take Back Christianity has condensed an array of thoughtful and theologically-rooted sermon starters. We invite you to peruse and use these resources, as you use your voice to help create a better world for our Christian faith and our nation.

We know how hard it is to come up with fresh sermons each week. Take Back Christianity has condensed an array of thoughtful and theologically-rooted sermon starters. We invite you to peruse and use these resources, as you use your voice to help create a better world for our Christian faith and our nation.

As Christians, if we are going to make informed choices that align with our values, we need to be aware of falsehoods being perpetrated in Jesus’ name. Here’s a quick take on some of those myths.

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.

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.

The history of Christianity and its weaponization against the queer community

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.

The text is meant to acknowledge both our humility in the face of human frailty and our hope of grace, acceptance, and compassion.

his video sets out to debunk ideas linking what is "Natural" with puritanical admonitions of morality. Being "natural" or somehow like animals does not equate with clean or moral living. The video draws on historical Christian examples and what we know as scientific facts to make the case.

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 John 11:3, Lazarus is referred to as the one Jesus loves. In Greek, the word used here for ‘loves’ is phileis, but the word for ‘loved’ in verse 5, ‘Jesus loved Martha and her sister Mary and Lazarus,’ is egapa. Therefore, Jesus has a different kind of love for Lazarus on his own.

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.

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 watched Giovanni's interview on iOne Digital wearing a T-shirt that said, "I write banned books." During the interview, she talked about getting old, finding joy, and, of course, banned books. I LOVED Nikki Giovanni long before I LOVED Toni Morrison. During the Black Arts and Black Panther eras, I grew up  listening and grooving to Giovanni's voice on scratchy vinyl albums as she read her poems.

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.

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.

Hymn text for an Advent sermon (Advent 2) in peace in a time of violence.

For African Americans, the disparities within the healthcare system contribute disproportionately to the high number of HIV/AIDS, directly affecting the quality of life and its spread.

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.