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Tom Faletti
19 hours ago
God’s Downside-Up View of the World
Our society sees through the eyes of billionaires and influencers. God sees from the perspective of the people at the bottom. A comparison.
Tom Faletti
Mar 15
Did the Council of Nicaea Make Up the Divinity of Jesus – the Idea that Jesus is God?
Actually, the first Christian documents – Paul’s letters to the Thessalonians – used language indicating Jesus is God 275 years earlier.
Tom Faletti
Mar 7
Foot Soldiers for Justice
Betty Boynton was a 15-year-old "foot soldier" for voting rights in Selma. Every movement for justice needs foot soldiers. Are you one?
Tom Faletti
Jan 30
More than Getting Along with Other Church Members
In 1 Thessalonians, Paul calls for gentleness, affection, purpose, and the care of a mother or father for their children.
Tom Faletti
Jan 12
Jimmy Carter, Role Model of Faith in Action
Jimmy Carter never lost his empathy for people in small towns. He showed us how to practice solidarity, which is the call of all Christians.
Tom Faletti
Jan 7
Live a Thanksgiving Life Every Day
He never said "thank you." It’s a little thing, but it can have a big impact. Routinely giving thanks can change your whole outlook on life.
Tom Faletti
Dec 26, 2024
Christmas is About Union with God and Each Other
My wife Sonia and I were practicing. As I began to sing the second verse of my part, my voice cracked, I choked up, and I couldn’t go on.
Tom Faletti
Sep 17, 2024
Treat Your Family the Way You Would Treat a Stranger
In family relationships, choose respect rather than harsh words. When I was a teacher, I sometimes saw the verbal boxing matches that go...
Tom Faletti
Sep 7, 2024
The Good News in James: We Can Join in God’s Concern for the Poor
The Letter of James encourages us to think, act, and pray differently. The Book of James cautions us that the way we treat the poor may...
Tom Faletti
Jul 29, 2024
When Politics Makes You Anxious About the Future
Joseph and Jesus offer insights on how to deal with political uncertainties.
Tom Faletti
Apr 24, 2024
Jesus, the Woman Caught in Adultery, and Capital Punishment
Let the One Who is Without Sin Do What? It’s a terrible feeling when you realize you have misunderstood something all your life. That’s...
Tom Faletti
Apr 15, 2024
God Reveals Himself in Scripture and the Natural World, Faith and Science
A reflection for Earth Day and every day. I saw a meme that said, “I don’t follow the Science. I follow Jesus.” ...
Tom Faletti
Mar 31, 2024
We Can Learn from Each Other as We Explore Faith Together
Faith Explored is a virtual community for people of all denominations and backgrounds interested in exploring how to apply God’s Word to...
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