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Patheos is the website of choice for millions of people looking for credible and balanced information about religion. Patheos brings together faith communities, academics, authors, and the broader public into a single environment. http://www.patheos.com

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Patheos.com @patheos.com · 4h

👻"Exorcisms have often been portrayed as a desperate struggle between God and the devil, a battle where the stakes are eternal. ✝️ In many Christian traditions, it carries the weight of ultimate fear…the idea that if demons are not cast out, souls may be lost..."👹

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Universalist Exorcism Or Exorcism In A Universalist Theology

Exorcism, in a universalist theology, confronts evil not as eternal damnation but as a temporary darkness—where divine love declares liberation and restoration.

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Patheos.com @patheos.com · 4h

👉"The morally bankrupt content of the current global-local state demands a critical epistemological pedagogy in how to contend with the corrupt slaughtering of identity. We could simply silence the phone, leave social media, and turn off the news. This confusing..."
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I Was A Teenage Critical Punk Apologist: Christian Punk Rock

Punk’s unapologetic ethos meets faith-based apologetics—reframing rebellion, DIY, and sonic release as spiritual disciplines in a morally bankrupt media age.

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Dr. Andrew Chesnut @drdeathanddivinity.bsky.social · 7h

New on my @patheos.com column by Guest Contributor Professor Mark Wood of VCU
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Onward Christian Soldier: Pete Hegseth's Crusade Against DEI

On September 30, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth delivered what amounted to an evangelical sermon to an assembly of more than 800 top military commanders at

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Henry Karlson @henrykarlson.bsky.social · 9h

Christ shows us the true way of peace, a peace which is not created or sustained by the sword: www.patheos.com/blogs/henryk... #Catholic #Peace #Christ

Rejecting Pseudo-Peace: Embracing The Shalom Of God

Psuedo-peace is the way of the swords, of might making right, of attempts to force innocents to compromise with their oppressors.

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Patheos.com @patheos.com · 22h

"The mad king and his regime is scared of No Kings Day.

They have good reason to be.

Tyrants fear the people they govern. They know that if enough of the people they govern rise up against them, they are on their way out.

That’s why tyrants lie to the people..."✍️
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The Mad King And His Stooges Are Scared Of No Kings

The mad king and his regime is scared of No Kings. They have good reason to be. Tyrants fear the people they govern. They know that if enough of the

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Patheos.com @patheos.com · 1d

👉"In May 2020, my mother was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. My first reaction after crying was to pray (which I continued to do throughout her entire illness). Then I began searching for every possible way I could help her.

By October 2022, my mom had grown..."

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How Christians Face Cancer And Extreme Illness

Illness can shake even the strongest faith. God doesn’t promise an easy road, but He promises His presence on it. Discover how Christians face cancer and illness with unshakable hope in Jehovah Rapha,...

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Patheos.com @patheos.com · 1d

"Have you ever wondered if God loves even the bad people? How can God love those who are in darkness? How can He love those who hurt others?

It seems to be a natural human response to be repulsed by evil. We may fail to live up to our own standards of goodness..."

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7 Ways That God Loves Even The Bad People

Have you ever wondered if God loves even the bad people? How can God love those who are in darkness? How can He love those who hurt others? It seems to be

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Jeff McLain @jeffmclain.bsky.social · 1d

This is my story, and I’m sticking to it—wandering, grace, and finding home in unexpected places.

🛣️ The Sojourn Series is live:
1️⃣ Becoming a Spiritual Pilgrim
2️⃣ Becoming Vineyard
3️⃣ Becoming Anabaptist

...more to come.

Blogs on @patheos.com!

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Patheos.com @patheos.com · 1d

👉"There’s a fascinating story in the Gospels where Jesus meets a man possessed by demons.👹 When Jesus asks their name, they reply, “Legion, for we are many.” That’s not just spiritual, it’s political. 🪖A Legion was a unit of Roman soldiers. 👀To a first-century..."

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The Metaphorical Miracles Of Jesus

What if the miracles of Jesus aren't literal? What if they're metaphorical analogies intended to teach us valuable spiritual truth?

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Patheos.com @patheos.com · 1d

Despite its presence in some religious texts, polygamy remains uncommon. Cultural attitudes, mortality rates, and agricultural needs often drive polygamous marriages, not religious doctrine.
The Christian community has long opposed polygamy.
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Polygamy: History, Religious Views, and Modern Trends #shorts

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alanlechusza.bsky.social @alanlechusza.bsky.social · 1d

MY ARTICLE ON PATHEOS! www.patheos.com/blogs/theswe...
#punkrock #christianpunkrock #christianity #analysis #culture #punkculture @punkrocksaveslives.bsky.social @christianmusic.bsky.social @punkrockhistory.bsky.social

Patheos.com @patheos.com · 2d

"The first undergraduate course I taught was Ways of Peace in World Religions. I tried to provide a variety of texts from various religious traditions to help the class see what people of different faiths not only meant by the term peace, but the way they viewed..."
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Nobel Peace Prize Recipients And The Betrayal Of Peace

Winners of the Nobel Peace Prize often disappoint us as they betray the spirit of the prize and undermine the work for peace and justice.

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Patheos.com @patheos.com · 2d

👉"I’ve recently started to sign my work by adding SDG to my name, and a friend asked me why I do that. The truth is, it gets to the soul of being an artist, or at least it does for me. I’d like to explain why.
Art is subjective. One man’s trash is another man’s..."

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The Simple Truth: SDG

I’ve recently started to sign my work by adding SDG to my name, and a friend asked me why I do that. The truth is, it gets to the soul of being an artist, or at least it does for me. This article expl...

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Patheos.com @patheos.com · 2d

👉"Ever have the feeling in the pit of your stomach that something’s missing? An inner yearning that you can’t quite put your finger on? Well, if it’s not time for dinner, and you consider yourself spiritual but not religious (SBNR), it might be a sign: It’s time..."
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The Beginner’s Guide To Spiritual Practice

Your Personal Path: 9 Ways to Start or Enhance a Spiritual Practice.

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Patheos.com @patheos.com · 3d

Eric Metaxas first became famous as the author of two popular biographies of heroic historical figures, first William Wilberforce and then Dietrich Bonhoeffer. At the time those books first came out — back in 2007 and 2009 — I was encouraged to see them praised..."

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History As Flattery Is A Dangerous Thing

Eric Metaxas's failed dream of hosting a late night talk show and what that has to do with the legacy of Silas Soule.

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Patheos.com @patheos.com · 3d

"I often hear people question the existence of God because of theodicy, which is the challenge of reconciling the omnipotence of God with the existence of evil. The logic of those so questioning—at least as I’ve heard it—goes something like this: How can a loving..."✍️
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God Chooses Powerlessness

God chooses powerlessness. When life breaks us, we want an omnipotent God who fixes things. But what if love means giving freedom and not taking control? What if God joins us in the mess instead of pu...

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Patheos.com @patheos.com · 4d

I have to be honest. Most of the time, writing comes easily to me; words flow like a steady stream, but every once in a while, that flow turns into a leaky faucet. A drop comes out once in a while, in a slow, unpredictable pattern that drives me nuts.

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#Joy

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Personal Reflections On Gratitude During Sukkot

Dive into the significance of Sukkot and the lessons it offers. Personal reflections on gratitude and the importance of community.

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Dr. Andrew Chesnut @drdeathanddivinity.bsky.social · 5d

My latest @patheos.com on "Pope Bob"
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Pope Leo, The Liberation Theologian?

From the vantage of Latin America’s long tradition of “theology from the below,” Pope Leo XIV has already signaled what many liberation theologians call

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Patheos.com @patheos.com · 5d

"It was on Sunday, September 21, at the Charlie Kirk memorial that pointed words were expressed by Erika Kirk. Her comments do more than display humanity; these words frame the importance of the country to critically assess itself for substantial progress, change..."✍️
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In The Wake Of: Framing Charlie Kirk In Christian Hip Hop

The outpouring of response to this moment in time from the Christian Hip Hop community is a present recognition of faith over socio-political issues.

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Patheos.com @patheos.com · 5d

In a recent post, Michael Clary, a pastor in Kentucky, made an incisive statement about the nature of Christian academics in light of the ministry & the recent killing of Charlie Kirk. Clary’s claim highlights a seemingly new divide within Evangelical Christianity.
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Of Prophets And Pedants: A "New" Spilt Among Evangelicals?

Recently, Pastor Michael Clary made an insightful claim about a growing rift among Evangelical Christians. But, is this anything really new?

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Patheos.com @patheos.com · 6d

👉"There are common themes that recur in many religions, and they are generally consistent. Of course, they do not always agree on the details. This column is subtitled 'An Interspiritual Journey.' Often, I highlight some of the common themes and differences in..."🪷

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There Are Common Themes That Recur In Many Religions

They are consistent in general, but they do not always agree on the details. Interspirituality draws inspiration from several traditions.

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Patheos.com @patheos.com · 8d

👉 I have often said that headlines shape our imaginations before we even read the story. In the rush of today’s 24/7 news cycle, those few bolded words at the top of the page can frame entire communities in ways that linger for years.📰

#FaithAndMedia
#MediaBias

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Headlines Of Faith: When Media Gets It Wrong (and Right)

Media headlines shape how faith is seen—for better or worse. Here's why telling the full story matters for communities of belief and the public good.

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Mary Pezzulo @marypezzulo.bsky.social · 8d

The boilerplate. In the middle of the month is the best time to visit the tip jar or get a paid substack subscription, because it's when all the bills are due! Thank you to my readers, more writing is coming soon!

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Blogkeeping Notes For Fall 2025

Hi friends, This isn't a real post. This is just my every-few-months blogkeeping post, to help you keep track of what I've been up to and how to

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Patheos.com @patheos.com · 8d

👉"Empathy, compassion and self-control – these are probably some of the most important things we want to teach our children. We want to raise a generation that knows how to love and to be loved. A generation with their hearts set in the right place so that they..."

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Are Digital Devices Corrupting Children’s Hearts?

How do we protect our children’s hearts in this digital age? Should technology be avoided to develop empathy, compassion and self-control?

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Thumper Forge @fivefoldlaw.bsky.social · 8d

LOOK WHAT OFFICIALLY EXISTS. Splattering onto shelves November 8, currently available for pre-order. (Link in the comments.) 🎉 #TheChaosApple #DiscordianWitchcraft

A bearded person wearing a black kufi with thin gold stripes and a blue-and-white checkered button-down shirt holds up a copy of the book THE CHAOS APPLE: MAGIC AND DISCORDIANISM FOR THE POSTMODERN WITCH.