Narrow prophetic interpretation creates a paradox that threatens to undermine Christianity’s ability to address pressing current issues and fulfill its divine mandate.
When Legal Strategies Go Awry: Gordon College’s Misuse of RFRA and Its Implications
In an unprecedented legal maneuver, Gordon College’s attempt to use the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA) to avoid repaying a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan not only misinterprets the intent of RFRA but also endangers the very protections the Act was designed to uphold.
Project 2025’s Sunday-Saturday Challenge: Should Adventists Be Concerned?
The project’s proposal to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) to mandate time-and-a-half pay for Sunday work reflects a traditional view of the Sabbath. However, this focus on Sunday has sparked concerns among religious groups like Seventh-day Adventists, who observe their Sabbath from Friday sundown to Saturday sundown. While the proposal includes provisions for varying Sabbath practices, its primary emphasis on Sunday could inadvertently marginalize other faiths.
The Perilous Power of Political Rhetoric
When wielded by influential figures, harmful rhetoric can set the stage for violence, even if the original intention was merely to win an argument or score political points.
Michigan’s Vintage Solution to Religious Accommodation: Using a Ford Model T to Ensure Amish Road Safety
Michigan’s use of the Ford Model T serves as an exemplary model of how governments can creatively and sensitively address the unique needs of all community members, preserving tradition while ensuring safety and inclusivity.
Belgian Court Fines Government-Paid Catholic Leaders for Gender Discrimination
A Belgian court fined Catholic leaders for gender discrimination after denying Veer Dusauchoit entry into a deacon formation program.
Arizona Governor Vetoes Detransition Coverage Bill
Governor Hobbs vetoes Senate Bill 1151 requiring insurance coverage for gender detransition procedures, citing privacy concerns.
Courts in Kansas and Florida Challenge Biden Title IX Interpretation
The Kansas and Florida rulings challenge the Biden administration’s Title IX policies on gender identity inclusion.
The United States and the Promotion of Religious Freedom: A Fourth of July Reflection
On the Fourth of July, Americans come together to celebrate the birth of a nation founded on the principles of liberty and justice for all. Among the cherished freedoms enshrined in the American ethos, religious freedom stands out as a cornerstone of the nation’s identity.
Balancing Faith and Public Health: The Ninth Circuit’s Ruling in Bacon v. Woodward on Vaccine Mandates and Religious Exemptions
The primary issue in Bacon v. Woodward concerns whether the City of Spokane’s implementation of Washington Governor Jay Inslee’s COVID-19 Proclamation, which required state agency workers to be fully vaccinated, violated the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment as applied to Spokane firefighters who sought religious exemptions.