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Walter Brueggemann on How to Speak Truth to Power

Walter Brueggemann on How to Speak Truth to Power

The famed Bible scholar accepts a rare interview with Jonathan to discuss power.

CultureJonathanJune 26, 2014Bible, empire, Exodus, Gospels, History, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Jonathan Merritt, power, Roman, Scripture, theology, truth, Walter Brueggemann

King David Misunderstood Says Yale Scholar

King David Misunderstood Says Yale Scholar

Politician, psalmist, adulterer and more.

CultureJonathanNovember 8, 2013Bible, Christianity, Controversy, faith, George Washington, HarperOne, hermeneutics, heroes, History, Jewish, Jews, Joel Baden, Jonathan Merritt, Judaism, King David, Old Testament, power, Psalms, Scripture, Yale, Yale University

Bestselling Author Says Christians Should Wield Power for Good

Bestselling Author Says Christians Should Wield Power for Good

Andy Crouch says power isn't a bad thing after all.

Should Christians Oppose the "Surveillance State"?

Should Christians Oppose the "Surveillance State"?

The NSA scandal is dominating headlines. What position Christians should take?