TEXAS FAITH: Images of God and Mental Health
When all else fails, a strong belief in God brings solace to one’s mental health. Many polls affirm the Baylor survey on God and mental health. A strong belief in… Read more »
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TEXAS FAITH: Should the word sin be part of our political vocabulary?
Two generations from now, the word sin would simply mean anything that man does to mess with the cohesiveness of the society. Any conflict that does not mess with the three… Read more »
TEXAS FAITH: What does the Occupy movement say about American society?
Indeed, the Occupy movement reflects the civility of our society. Frustration craves for expression and we ought to feel good that we have expressed that in the most civil manner…. Read more »
TEXAS FAITH: Why does a strong belief in heaven and hell motivate people?
Versions of Heaven and Hell “The majority of people who absolutely believe in Heaven and Hell are always or often motivated by their faith to pursue excellence, which certainly would please… Read more »
TEXAS FAITH: Is it ever right to divorce a spouse with Alzheimers?
Whether it is Pastor Robertson or Imam Mohiuddin, they are in the same garb. What I see is the abuse of one’s advisory position and misuse of scriptures. I would… Read more »
TEXAS FAITH: Is America a "Christian Nation" and what does that mean?
Do you agree with those religious leaders who say that America is a “Christian nation” or a “Judeo-Christian nation?” and what does that mean in practice? Our Texas Faith panel… Read more »
Texas Faith: How do you interpret the Genesis Creation story?
TEXAS FAITH: How do you interpret the Genesis creation story? An old Jewish folk tale makes the point. One day God said to Abraham, “If it weren’t for me, you… Read more »
Texas Faith – Religion and Art
Where would you take a visitor today to see a modern connection between religion and art? If you have an idea in mind, please explain why you would take a… Read more »
TEXAS FAITH: When is it okay to apply moral absolutes to public policy?
Dallas Morning news weekly question: When is it okay to bring a faith-based belief grounded in moral absolutes to public policy debate? MIKE GHOUSE, President, Foundation for Pluralism, Dallas The… Read more »
TEXAS FAITH: What responsibility should Murdoch or any CEO take for their company?
What does your training as theologians, ethicists, clergy, academics and people of faith teach you about situations like this? Specifically, what responsibility should the leader of an organization take for… Read more »