Archive - A Public Witness

Cooperative Baptists Remember Historical Injustices, Confront Contemporary Ones

“An unhealed past is why we find ourselves mired in an uncertain and unstable present.

Jun 30 •

Word&Way News: June 27

Here’s the weekly roundup from A Public Witness. This week we published a critique of the president’s comments about God when announcing an attack on…

Jun 27 •

Review & Giveaway: Accompanying Disability

I’m guilty as charged.

Jun 26 •

John Pavlovitz Has Jumped the Shark

The dangers of progressive election denialism.

Jun 24 •

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Bombing God’s Love

“I want to just thank everybody and, in particular, God.

Jun 22 •

Weekly Roundup: June 20

Here’s the weekly roundup from A Public Witness. In addition to a consideration of a biblical passage that declares “no kings” and a look at a…

Jun 20 •

When Christian Nationalism Trumps Religious Liberty

If you wanted to create a parody commission on religious liberty that actually undermined the stated goal, you’d be hard-pressed to top the actual White…

Jun 19 •

Operation Mauling Scripture

On Thursday (June 12), Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu went to the Western Wall to place a note between the stones.

Jun 17 •

Raining on the King’s Parade

As ancient Israel coronated its first king, the prophet Samuel wasn’t happy.

Jun 16 •

Weekly Roundup: June 13

Here’s the weekly roundup from A Public Witness. In addition to a reflection on Pentecost and protests in L.A.

Jun 13 •

An Unhealthy Blue ‘Sermon’

Across the country, it’s not uncommon for a state lawmaker to open up a Bible during a legislative debate to admonish their colleagues about how to vote…

Jun 12 •

Summer Reads 2025

It’s the time of year when many publications suggest good books you can enjoy during the summer, perhaps reading while tanning on the beach, relaxing in…

Jun 10 •

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