Changing our Faith Talk to Mirror Our Experience
We wonder in Luke’s Step Three how our spiritual lives might continue, even when “faith” is something we’re no longer interested in because of seeing how poorly some have lived it out. Anne Lammott’s voice in her speaking and writing helps expand our notion of discussing spirituality and theology. Rather than feeling constrained by the ideas and images of God from childhood, Anne brings close all the faith talk so that it is relatable and relevant to our real lives.
The Power of Music
Music plays such a central role in Luke’s Step Two. The power of making music and sharing it with others carries Luke through challenging seasons, sustaining his spirit when he is unsure how to move forward. Maria Popova’s exploration of John Berger’s writing points us toward the magic and mystery of music.
Growing Up Men
We read in Luke’s background how the actions and attitudes of the church leaders left him confused and ready to exit the church whenever he could manage to do so. David French explores this irony that there is always a debate within Christianity between orthodoxy (right belief) and orthopraxy (right conduct). Why is there even the notion that they could be distinct? Frank explores the church's future should Christians continue to act in ways that contradict their beliefs.