Southey & Slavery
By Nathan Trimble God often uses ordinary means to accomplish extraordinary feats in culture and in society. And all too often, Christians ignore one of the greatest tools that God has given them, namely, those talents with which He has gifted them. Several examples shine forth through the centuries, which represent attempts to redefine the cultural norms and to effect change in the name of Christ. Robert Southey was such a man. This...
Uniting for a Cause: Reestablishing the Local Society
When seeking to right the wrongs in society, many Christians feel helpless in their attempt to effect change. The task seems insurmountable, the problems overwhelming. Yet time and again, people make a difference. Some familiar examples include William Wilberforce and C. S. Lewis. The former dismantled an entire social structure, the English slave trade; and the latter has captured the imaginations of a countless many. Yet the...
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