Category: religion
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Theology of the Body – Is Sex Just for Making Babies?
Is sex only for making babies? Many theological traditions say yes—but what happens when intimacy is no longer procreative? In… READ MORE
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Whose Bible Is It Anyway?
Many trust one Bible translation without realizing the complexity behind how we got the text. From canonization to translation debates,… READ MORE
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Whispers in the Sanctuary: Why We Don’t Talk About Sex
Why is sex so hard to talk about—especially in church? In this post, we explore the silence around sexuality in… READ MORE
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Why Studying Old Errors Might Save Modern Faith
Ancient heresies aren’t just dusty debates—they shape today’s misunderstandings. Know the Heretics shows how early errors like Arianism and Gnosticism… READ MORE
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Candles and Questions: Rethinking Religion and Spirituality
Is “spiritual but not religious” a deeper path—or just different language? This post explores the tension between ritual and relationship,… READ MORE
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Ancient Laws, Modern Questions: Unraveling the Logic Behind Old Testament Commands
Were Old Testament laws purely religious commands, or did they serve practical purposes for ancient Israel? From mold abatement to… READ MORE
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Exploring philosophy, science, culture, and faith, this blog invites readers to think deeply, question assumptions, and grow toward wisdom. With reflections that weave together reason, imagination, and lived experience, it seeks not easy answers but a more thoughtful way of engaging the world—and our responsibility within it.
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