Justice requires focusing on the well-being of all people — I am a professor of religion at Luther College, a small liberal arts college in Decorah, Iowa. One of the courses I teach is called “Clamoring for Change.” In that course, we examine the power, politics, and meaning behind the rhetoric of “change,” as well as the role of Christianity…

What to do when you’re struggling with the struggle — If you have never struggled with not giving up, then this article is not for you. If, however, you are like me and virtually everyone I know who has struggled to not give up, then this 7-minute article is for you. Most of us realize that pursuing what we want…

It’s impossible to love the “unborn” while failing to love the “born” — The scriptural hypocrisy of the anti-abortion argument Since much of the opposition to abortion is led by members of the so-called “religious right,” allow me to begin with a passage of scripture from the Christian New Testament: Those who say, “I love God,” and hate a brother or sister are liars, for those who do not love…

Christian Nationalism and the January 6 Capitol Insurrection — On June 9, I was one of 20 million Americans who watched the first in a series of hearings focused on the January 6, 2021 U.S. Capitol insurrection. While the hearing did a good job of presenting new facts, evidence, and information implicating Donald Trump (and some members of the…

The 2nd Amendment is rarely invoked to ensure the rights of Black gun owners — Black and white gun owners are not equally protected by the 2nd Amendment. This is one of the reason why I choose not to carry a gun in public. I’m an African American Army veteran who has possessed and fired several types of firearms. While I am a skilled marksman…

Stop whining: you got what you voted for — I’m so sick and tired of Democrats whining about getting exactly what they voted for. According to a recent New York Times/Siena College poll, 64 percent of Democrats say they want a new Democratic nominee for president in 2024. While 33% of Democrats identify Biden’s age as the most important…

Freedom from celebrating American white supremacy — I’m an African American currently living in Nottingham, England. This is my 58th July 4th experience. While I have experienced two July 4ths abroad while serving in the U.S. Army, this is my first July 4th experience outside the U.S. when I have felt no ties to the U.S. As…

Tales of An African American Living in the U.K. — My experience on Medium has been wonderful thus far. I began publishing “regularly” during February this year. I greatly appreciate the support, responses, and feedback of those of you who follow me or simply engage with my articles. I am beginning a new endeavor that I hope to chronicle here…

Requesting inspiration for and from all my brothas — Okay, so Father’s Day and Juneteenth have aligned this year. Here is our opportunity to contribute to a GLOBAL celebration of BOTH!!! For me, six months into the year has already felt like 12 months. I’m exhausted and need a little inspiration. I usually turn to music for inspiration. The…