So, because this is a shared blog space for both of us, and because we took wedding vows that made the two of us one, when I (Eric) post within the 30 day challenge, it also counts for Joy. Now that the caveat is out of the way, Joy shared four blogs that she follows. We figured it would be fun to see the difference between us in who/what we choose to read. For the record, however, we do overlap...I do enjoy hearing about the good people at Rough Draft Farmstead.
Reclaiming the Mission:
David Fitch is a pastor, church planter, and Professor at Northern Seminary in Chicago. One of his earlier books, "The Great Giveaway," introduced me to his evangelical anabaptism, and I've followed his blog ever since. Fitch is a contextual theologian, always uniquely engaged in his surrounding, and deeply passionate about theology and practice. Much of what he has to say encourages me as we move deeper into Mission: Kona Coast.
The Other Journal:
This is an online magazine that deals with the intersection of theology and culture. The articles revolve around a particular theme for the quarter (For instance, The Other Journal's current issue is on the Body), and cover theology, creative writing, praxis, and art. The articles are well written, theologically engaging, and substantial. The site also carries some of my favorite blogs: The Amish Jihadist, and one with which I have contributed- Justice Outside the City.
ABC Religion and Ethics:
This is a wonderful site that offers reflections on present day issues around the globe; the role of the church in public life, Christian relationships with Judaism, Islamic faith and globalization, the importance of Pope Francis, Christian reflections on nonviolence and Just War, critiques of marxism and capitalism from theological perspectives, etc. This site never fails to reflect and critique our current time in history, and does so from some of the leading theologians and philosophers from around the world.
The Nuance:
Zach Hoag is a missional church planter, and another one of those pesky evangelical anabaptists. His blog offers a particular critique of the current state of the evangelical church, but it's the kind of critique that has a deep longing and passion to see the ship redirected towards it's proper destination- witness to the Kingdom of God on earth as it is in heaven. The Nuance probes, dismantles, and refuses to be pigeon-holed into right or left categories. In a world driven by ideologies, we need some who remain ideologically homeless.
Leslie Family Adventure:
Todd and Brittany Leslie are friends from college. They just spent the last five years as missionaries in South Africa, and have written about their experiences. I should say, Brittany does most of the writing, and as a lover of literature, I read her blog not just to keep up with her family, but because I value her writing skill. She reflects well on the small daily tasks of being a mother, wife, missionary, and disciple of Jesus.
Joy wanted me to list just five. Though there are a few others that deserve honorable mention: Faith and Theology; and Dry Bones Rattling.
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